Colorado’s Equine WNV Cases Now Number 10
Horses in eight counties are reportedly affected.
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West Nile virus transmission occurs when infected mosquitoes feed on animals, as well as humans, after having fed on infected birds. | Photo: Photos.com
The affected horses resided in eight counties:
- Adams (1);
- Garfield (1);
- Larimer (1);
- Mesa (1);
- Montrose (1);
- Pueblo (1);
- Rio Blanco (1); and
- Weld (3).
Veterinarians involved with the cases report that more affected horses than usual seem to be acutely neurologic with severe symptoms. Due to the severity of their clinical signs, four of the horses have been euthanized.
About West Nile Virus
West Nile virus transmission occurs when infected mosquitoes feed on animals, as well as humans, after having fed on infected birds
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