For horses vaccinated against WNV this spring and now traveling to or stabled in areas where there is current mosquito activity and a history of WNV, an additional booster might be beneficial. | Photo: iStock

Although fall is underway, the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) is reminding owners that it’s not too late if they’re considering vaccinating horses against West Nile virus (WNV) or boostering existing vaccines.

The Equine Disease Communication Center reports 152 confirmed cases of WNV thus far in 2018, with almost all diagnosed during the months of August and September. Most confirmed cases occurred in horses which were unvaccinated or had an unknown vaccination history.

In geographic areas with continued warm weather and mosquito activity, horse owners are encouraged to talk to their equine veterinarian today about WNV protection