USDA Issues Situation Report Due to Vesicular Stomatitis Cases
Edited Press Release
August 20, 2019
Here’s an update of equine-related VS cases as of Aug. 15.
Discussions about the welfare of our equine friends
Here’s an update of equine-related VS cases as of Aug. 15.
The organization signs on as the Makeover’s top supporter for the seventh consecutive year.
The yearling filly marks the first confirmed New York case of EEE in 2019.
Officials announce the state’s first cases of Eastern equine encephalitis and West Nile virus for 2019.
The 17-year-old gelding finished ninth in the 100-mile Tevis Cup. This was his fifth consecutive Tevis, and he’s never finished out of the Top 10.
The 18-year-old, riding an Arabian gelding found for free in a Craigslist ad, edged out three-time winner Jeremy Reynolds in a race to the finish.
A horse and a mule on the same Taylor County premises tested positive.
USDA also updates confirmed VSV cases in Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Texas.
The state’s first two cases of 2019 occurred in Essex and Norfolk counties.
The number of confirmed cases remains within normal ranges.
The Mitchell County mare died on Aug. 13.
Veterinarians diagnosed and euthanized two mares in two counties.
The unvaccinated Standardbred mare was unable to rise and was euthanized.
A good lesson horse is a valuable member of any riding program. Our sources share tips on keeping these trusty steeds happy and healthy.
Yearling Paint gelding euthanized after becoming recumbent.
The researchers will weigh the elite equine endurance athletes before they travel, before they start, and during and after the grueling 100-mile ride.
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