Increased Equine West Nile Virus Activity in 2012
Erica Larson
August 18, 2012
More than 70 equine West Nile virus cases have already been diagnosed in the United States in 2012.
More than 70 equine West Nile virus cases have already been diagnosed in the United States in 2012.
An unvaccinated 16-month-old Tennessee Walking Horse colt from Warren County tested positive today.
In order for a horse to reach his athletic potential, his cardiorespiratory system must function properly.
A horse in Jackson County has tested positive for WNV, the first in the state to do so since 2010.
The BLM will analyze the potential impacts of the proposed northeast Nevada wild horse ecosanctuary.
Scientists are reviewing hendra virus cases to understand why some horses become infected and others don’t.
The AAEP Foundation will donate $15,000 to the Operation Gelding program.
The colt will be evaluated by specialists at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky.
All human and equine samples taken during the Olympic equestrian events at Greenwich Park were negative.
The changes came about after eight racing fatalities occurred during the month of May at Churchill Downs.
The WNV positive horses are from Fremont, Weld, Montrose (2), and Larimer counties.
More than 70 horses on 22 premises in Western Canada have tested positive for EIA thus far in 2012.
Officials have seen an increase in visitors and an increase in people trying to get close to the horses.
More than 100 horses have been evacuated from areas affected by a wildfire raging in central Washington,
The day-long event focused on matters of equine health, primarily Thoroughbred retirement and aftercare.
Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill into law Tuesday designating Miniature Horses as recognized service animals.
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