EIA in Alberta Horses: One Case Confirmed

The affected horse from Bonnyville, Alberta, Canada, had potential exposure to EIA and, at the time of testing, was exhibiting clinical signs compatible with EIA infection
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A Coggins test screens horses' blood for antibodies that are indicative of the presence of EIA. | Photo: Alexandra Beckstett/The Horse

The Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) reported Oct. 9 that a horse in Bonnyville, Alberta, Canada, has tested positive for equine infectious anemia (EIA).

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) confirmed the case Sept. 29.

“The horse had potential exposure to EIA and at the time of testing was exhibiting clinical signs compatible with EIA infection,” the EDCC said. “A CFIA investigation is underway and as per program policy, a quarantine has been placed on the infected animal and other animals on the premises. The quarantine will remain until all disease response activities have been completed, including follow-up testing and ordering the destruction of positive cases. Trace-out activities may require the CFIA to undertake actions at additional premises as outlined in the current program policy

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Erica Larson, former news editor for The Horse, holds a degree in journalism with an external specialty in equine science from Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and has dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddle seat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in eventing with her OTTB, Dorado.

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