Potomac Horse Fever - Fairfax County, VA
August 08, 2022
Confirmed Case(s): - No Quarantine
Source: Attending Veterinarian
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: Unknown
Facility Type: Boarding Facility
Notes: A horse in Fairfax County has tested positive for Potomac Horse Fever.
August 08, 2022
Confirmed Case(s): - No Quarantine
Source: Attending Veterinarian
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: Unknown
Facility Type: Boarding Facility
Notes: A horse in Fairfax County has tested positive for Potomac Horse Fever.
Equine Influenza- Fairfax County, VA
March 10th, 2021
Confirmed Case(s): No Quarantine
Source: Attending Veterinarian
Number Confirmed:1
Number Suspected: 2
Number Exposed: 40
Notes: A horse in Fairfax County has tested positive for Equine Influenza.
March 10th, 2021
Confirmed Case(s): No Quarantine
Source: Attending Veterinarian
Number Confirmed:1
Number Suspected: 2
Number Exposed: 40
Notes: A horse in Fairfax County has tested positive for Equine Influenza.
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Hanover County, VA
February 16, 2021
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1;
Facility Type: Boarding Facility;
Age: Not Reported; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Cross; Onset of Clinical Signs: 1/25/2021;
Clinical Signs: Dribbling Urine, Hind limb ataxia, Progressing to recumbency; Confirmation Date: 1/26/2021; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated;
Notes: Update 2/16/21: The quarantine for this property has been released.
February 16, 2021
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1;
Facility Type: Boarding Facility;
Age: Not Reported; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Cross; Onset of Clinical Signs: 1/25/2021;
Clinical Signs: Dribbling Urine, Hind limb ataxia, Progressing to recumbency; Confirmation Date: 1/26/2021; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated;
Notes: Update 2/16/21: The quarantine for this property has been released.
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Hanover County, VA
January 28, 2021
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1 Number Exposed: 32
Facility Type: Boarding Facility Gender: Gelding Breed: Cross Onset of Clinical Signs: 1/25/2021
Clinical Signs: Dribbling Urine, Hind limb ataxia, Progressing to recumbency; Confirmation Date: 1/26/2021; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated
Notes: One horse from another farm in the same county was exposed. The second farm is currently under quarantine. The horses from the second barn are included in the 32 number of exposed horses. For more information about EHM go to https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Outside%20Linked%20Documents/DiseaseFactsheet-EHM_Update%20Cobranded%20.pdf;
January 28, 2021
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1 Number Exposed: 32
Facility Type: Boarding Facility Gender: Gelding Breed: Cross Onset of Clinical Signs: 1/25/2021
Clinical Signs: Dribbling Urine, Hind limb ataxia, Progressing to recumbency; Confirmation Date: 1/26/2021; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated
Notes: One horse from another farm in the same county was exposed. The second farm is currently under quarantine. The horses from the second barn are included in the 32 number of exposed horses. For more information about EHM go to https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Outside%20Linked%20Documents/DiseaseFactsheet-EHM_Update%20Cobranded%20.pdf;
West Nile Virus- Chesapeake County, VA
August 14, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): No Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1 Age: 13; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 8/7/2020;
Clinical Signs: Acute Onset, Neurologic Signs- Severe; Confirmation Date: 8/14/2020; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Undervaccinated;
Notes: The horse was diagnosed with a co-infection of EEE and WNV
August 14, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): No Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1 Age: 13; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 8/7/2020;
Clinical Signs: Acute Onset, Neurologic Signs- Severe; Confirmation Date: 8/14/2020; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Undervaccinated;
Notes: The horse was diagnosed with a co-infection of EEE and WNV
Eastern Equine Encephalitis- Isle of Wight County, VA
August 07, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): No Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Age: Weanling; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 7/30/2020;
Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Drowsy, Hyperesthetic; Confirmation Date: 8/7/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated;
Notes: For more information about EEE go to https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Outside%20Linked%20Documents/DiseaseFactsheet_EEE%20Cobranded.pdf;
August 07, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): No Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Age: Weanling; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 7/30/2020;
Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Drowsy, Hyperesthetic; Confirmation Date: 8/7/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated;
Notes: For more information about EEE go to https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Outside%20Linked%20Documents/DiseaseFactsheet_EEE%20Cobranded.pdf;
Eastern Equine Encephalitis- Suffolk County, VA
August 04, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): No QuarantineSource: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Age: 2; Gender: Mare; Breed: Thoroughbred (TB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 7/23/2020
Clinical Signs: Neurologic Signs; Confirmation Date: 8/3/2020; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Undervaccinated
Notes: For more information about EEE go to https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Outside%20Linked%20Documents/DiseaseFactsheet_EEE%20Cobranded.pdf;
August 04, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): No QuarantineSource: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Age: 2; Gender: Mare; Breed: Thoroughbred (TB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 7/23/2020
Clinical Signs: Neurologic Signs; Confirmation Date: 8/3/2020; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Undervaccinated
Notes: For more information about EEE go to https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Outside%20Linked%20Documents/DiseaseFactsheet_EEE%20Cobranded.pdf;
Eastern Equine Encephalitis- Suffolk County, VA
July 21, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): No QuarantineSource: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 2
Horse Status: Both horses were euthanized
Notes: 2 horses on a farm in Suffolk County have tested positive for EEE. For more information about Eastern Equine Encephalitis go to https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Outside%20Linked%20Documents/DiseaseFactsheet_EEE%20Cobranded.pdf
July 21, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): No QuarantineSource: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 2
Horse Status: Both horses were euthanized
Notes: 2 horses on a farm in Suffolk County have tested positive for EEE. For more information about Eastern Equine Encephalitis go to https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Outside%20Linked%20Documents/DiseaseFactsheet_EEE%20Cobranded.pdf
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Fauquier County, VA
July 06, 2020
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 6
Age: 26; Gender: Mare; Breed: Warmblood (WB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 6/12/2020;
Clinical Signs: Fever, Neurological Signs, Recumbency; Confirmation Date: 6/16/2020; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated;
Notes: Update 7/6/2020: The quarantine for a farm in Fauquier County Virginia has released. All exposed horses remained afebrile and free of clinical signs for 21 days post exposure
July 06, 2020
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 6
Age: 26; Gender: Mare; Breed: Warmblood (WB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 6/12/2020;
Clinical Signs: Fever, Neurological Signs, Recumbency; Confirmation Date: 6/16/2020; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated;
Notes: Update 7/6/2020: The quarantine for a farm in Fauquier County Virginia has released. All exposed horses remained afebrile and free of clinical signs for 21 days post exposure
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Fauquier County, VA
June 17, 2020
Confirmed case(s): Official QuarantineSource: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 6
Age: 26; Gender: Mare; Breed: Warmblood (WB) Onset of Clinical Signs: 6/12/2020
Clinical Signs: Fever, Neurological Signs, Recumbency Confirmation Date: 6/16/2020 Horse Status: Euthanized Vaccination Status: Vaccinated
Notes: The infected horse had been treated in isolation at the clinic for a few days before acutely showing neurologic signs. The horse was subsequently euthanized. The clinic practiced approved biosecurity protocol at all times during the horse’s stay. No other horses at the clinic were exposed and the clinic remains open to patients. The horse originated from a private farm in Fauquier County. The farm and the neighboring farm, that shares a fence line, have both been placed under quarantine. All exposed horses on the farms are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.5 0 F) and other clinical signs. None of the horses on either property are showing signs of illness. No trail riding is conducted through either property that could have exposed other horses. No additional Virginia horses have been exposed as none of the horses from either property had contact with other horses in the two weeks leading up to the illness in the index horse.
June 17, 2020
Confirmed case(s): Official QuarantineSource: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 6
Age: 26; Gender: Mare; Breed: Warmblood (WB) Onset of Clinical Signs: 6/12/2020
Clinical Signs: Fever, Neurological Signs, Recumbency Confirmation Date: 6/16/2020 Horse Status: Euthanized Vaccination Status: Vaccinated
Notes: The infected horse had been treated in isolation at the clinic for a few days before acutely showing neurologic signs. The horse was subsequently euthanized. The clinic practiced approved biosecurity protocol at all times during the horse’s stay. No other horses at the clinic were exposed and the clinic remains open to patients. The horse originated from a private farm in Fauquier County. The farm and the neighboring farm, that shares a fence line, have both been placed under quarantine. All exposed horses on the farms are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.5 0 F) and other clinical signs. None of the horses on either property are showing signs of illness. No trail riding is conducted through either property that could have exposed other horses. No additional Virginia horses have been exposed as none of the horses from either property had contact with other horses in the two weeks leading up to the illness in the index horse.
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Amelia County, VA
April 06, 2020
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 40
Notes: Update 4/6/20: The index case died due to an unrelated cause during the quarantine.
April 06, 2020
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 40
Notes: Update 4/6/20: The index case died due to an unrelated cause during the quarantine.
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Amelia County, VA
March 18, 2020
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 41
Age: 26 Gender: Gelding Breed: Thoroughbred (TB) Onset of Clinical Signs: 3/15/2020
Clinical Signs: Hind limb ataxia, Urine Dribbling; Confirmation Date: 3/17/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated;
Notes: On March 17, the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed one horse tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), the virus that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The infected horse was at a boarding stable in Amelia County. The horse is receiving medical care and is stable. The boarding stable has been placed under quarantine. All exposed horses on the farm are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No additional Virginia horses have been exposed
March 18, 2020
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 41
Age: 26 Gender: Gelding Breed: Thoroughbred (TB) Onset of Clinical Signs: 3/15/2020
Clinical Signs: Hind limb ataxia, Urine Dribbling; Confirmation Date: 3/17/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated;
Notes: On March 17, the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed one horse tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), the virus that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The infected horse was at a boarding stable in Amelia County. The horse is receiving medical care and is stable. The boarding stable has been placed under quarantine. All exposed horses on the farm are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No additional Virginia horses have been exposed
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Powhatan County, VA
March 16, 2020
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 53;
Notes: Update 3/16/20: The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has lifted the quarantine of a boarding facility in Powhatan County, Virginia
March 16, 2020
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 53;
Notes: Update 3/16/20: The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has lifted the quarantine of a boarding facility in Powhatan County, Virginia
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Powhatan County, VA
February 24, 2020
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 53
Age: 19; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Thoroughbred (TB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 2/20/2020;
Clinical Signs: Hind limb ataxia, Urine dribbling progressing to recumbent; Confirmation Date: 2/21/2020; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Not Reported
Notes: On Friday February 21, the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed one horse tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), the virus that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The infected horse was at a boarding stable in Powhatan County. The boarding stable has been placed under quarantine. No horses had left the property in at least two weeks. All exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No additional Virginia horses have been exposed.
February 24, 2020
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 53
Age: 19; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Thoroughbred (TB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 2/20/2020;
Clinical Signs: Hind limb ataxia, Urine dribbling progressing to recumbent; Confirmation Date: 2/21/2020; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Not Reported
Notes: On Friday February 21, the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed one horse tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), the virus that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The infected horse was at a boarding stable in Powhatan County. The boarding stable has been placed under quarantine. No horses had left the property in at least two weeks. All exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No additional Virginia horses have been exposed.
Strangles- Montgomery County, MD
January 29, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): Voluntary Quarantine
Source: Attending Veterinarian
Number Confirmed: 2
Number Exposed: 4
Age: 12; Gender: Mare; Breed: Pony; Onset of Clinical Signs: 1/16/2020;
Clinical Signs: Bilateral Nasal Discharge, Fever; Confirmation Date: 1/22/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Status Unknown
Age: 29; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 1/14/2020
Clinical Signs: Bilateral Nasal Discharge, Fever; Coughing Confirmation Date: 1/22/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Status Unknown
January 29, 2020
Confirmed Case(s): Voluntary Quarantine
Source: Attending Veterinarian
Number Confirmed: 2
Number Exposed: 4
Age: 12; Gender: Mare; Breed: Pony; Onset of Clinical Signs: 1/16/2020;
Clinical Signs: Bilateral Nasal Discharge, Fever; Confirmation Date: 1/22/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Status Unknown
Age: 29; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 1/14/2020
Clinical Signs: Bilateral Nasal Discharge, Fever; Coughing Confirmation Date: 1/22/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Status Unknown
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic - Montgomery County, VA
December 06, 2019
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia State Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1;
Number Exposed: 14;
Notes: The quarantine at the Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine is released
December 06, 2019
Quarantine Released
Source: Virginia State Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1;
Number Exposed: 14;
Notes: The quarantine at the Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine is released
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Baltimore County, MD
November 23, 2019
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 25
Age: Not Reported; Gender: Not Reported; Breed: Not Reported; Onset of Clinical Signs: Not Reported;
Clinical Signs: Not Reported; Confirmation Date: Not Reported; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Status Unknown;
Notes: The Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Animal Health Program confirmed a horse in Baltimore County tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1) on Nov. 21, 2019. Samples from the symptomatic horse were sent to the Frederick Animal Health Laboratory, where the non-neurotropic strain of EHV-1 was confirmed. The horse was euthanized yesterday due to complications. The Baltimore County farm has been placed on a hold order by the department, prohibiting movement on or off the farm until any exposed horses have been cleared for release. The horse was previously housed in an isolated barn with three other horses. The farm stables a total of 25 horses, none of which are showing clinical signs of EHV-1 or fever at this time. The veterinary practitioner and stable are providing follow-up care to the asymptomatic horses on the farm. Possible links to the positive EHV-1 equine are actively being investigated. For more information go to: https://news.maryland.gov/mda/press-release/2019/11/22/baltimore-county-horse-tests-positive-for-equine-herpesvirus/
November 23, 2019
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture
Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: 25
Age: Not Reported; Gender: Not Reported; Breed: Not Reported; Onset of Clinical Signs: Not Reported;
Clinical Signs: Not Reported; Confirmation Date: Not Reported; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Status Unknown;
Notes: The Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Animal Health Program confirmed a horse in Baltimore County tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1) on Nov. 21, 2019. Samples from the symptomatic horse were sent to the Frederick Animal Health Laboratory, where the non-neurotropic strain of EHV-1 was confirmed. The horse was euthanized yesterday due to complications. The Baltimore County farm has been placed on a hold order by the department, prohibiting movement on or off the farm until any exposed horses have been cleared for release. The horse was previously housed in an isolated barn with three other horses. The farm stables a total of 25 horses, none of which are showing clinical signs of EHV-1 or fever at this time. The veterinary practitioner and stable are providing follow-up care to the asymptomatic horses on the farm. Possible links to the positive EHV-1 equine are actively being investigated. For more information go to: https://news.maryland.gov/mda/press-release/2019/11/22/baltimore-county-horse-tests-positive-for-equine-herpesvirus/
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Montgomery County, VA
November 21, 2019
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Age: 20; Gender: Mare; Breed: Thoroughbred (TB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 11/17/2019
Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Recumbency, Vestibular; Confirmation Date: 11/20/2019; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated
Notes: In conjunction with the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture, all exposed horses at the hospital were immediately isolated from the rest of the hospital population with strict biosecurity protocol and placed under quarantine. All quarantined horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. The hospital remains open and able to admit patients needing veterinary care. The farm where the index case resided before going to VMCVM has been placed under quarantine. Horses at this farm are also being monitored for fever and clinical signs. The State Veterinarian’s Office has contacted all other horses that may have been secondarily exposed while at the teaching hospital.
November 21, 2019
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Confirmed: 1
Age: 20; Gender: Mare; Breed: Thoroughbred (TB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 11/17/2019
Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Recumbency, Vestibular; Confirmation Date: 11/20/2019; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated
Notes: In conjunction with the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture, all exposed horses at the hospital were immediately isolated from the rest of the hospital population with strict biosecurity protocol and placed under quarantine. All quarantined horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. The hospital remains open and able to admit patients needing veterinary care. The farm where the index case resided before going to VMCVM has been placed under quarantine. Horses at this farm are also being monitored for fever and clinical signs. The State Veterinarian’s Office has contacted all other horses that may have been secondarily exposed while at the teaching hospital.
Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic- Loudoun County, VA
November 14, 2019
Quarantine Released
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Notes: No other horses on the farm showed clinical signs of EHV-1 and tested positive. The quarantine was released after 21 days from the positive test of the index case.
November 14, 2019
Quarantine Released
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Notes: No other horses on the farm showed clinical signs of EHV-1 and tested positive. The quarantine was released after 21 days from the positive test of the index case.
Equine Herpesvirus- Respiratory - Loudoun County, VA
October 25, 2019
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Notes: The State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed one horse tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), the virus that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The infected horse was at a boarding stable in Loudoun County. The boarding stable is now under quarantine. Two exposed horses also have been traced back to a boarding stable in Maryland and VDACS has notified the Maryland State Veterinarian. All exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No additional Virginia horses have been exposed.;
October 25, 2019
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Notes: The State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed one horse tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), the virus that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The infected horse was at a boarding stable in Loudoun County. The boarding stable is now under quarantine. Two exposed horses also have been traced back to a boarding stable in Maryland and VDACS has notified the Maryland State Veterinarian. All exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No additional Virginia horses have been exposed.;
Strangles- Prince William County, VA
September 25, 2019
Confirmed Case(s): Voluntary Quarantine
Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1;
Number Exposed: 70
Age: 16; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Paint; Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/17/2019;
Clinical Signs: Depression, Fever, Lymphadenopathy and Draining at Jaw; Confirmation Date: 9/24/2019; Horse Status: Recovering; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated;
Notes: A 16 year old quarter horse mare and an aged pony mare have been reported as two additional suspect cases on the property.
September 25, 2019
Confirmed Case(s): Voluntary Quarantine
Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1;
Number Exposed: 70
Age: 16; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Paint; Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/17/2019;
Clinical Signs: Depression, Fever, Lymphadenopathy and Draining at Jaw; Confirmation Date: 9/24/2019; Horse Status: Recovering; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated;
Notes: A 16 year old quarter horse mare and an aged pony mare have been reported as two additional suspect cases on the property.
Equine Infectious Anemia- Transylvania County, NC
March 13, 2019
Suspected Case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Affected: 1
Breed: Mule; Horse Status: Euthanized;
Notes: The mule displayed clinical signs and at necropsy had histopathological changes consistent for EIA. Additional blood from the animal was not available for testing for EIA, so out of an abundance of caution the case is considered presumptive positive by animal regulatory health officials. The remaining equids at the facility were tested and were negative for EIA and will be observed and retested in 60 days.
March 13, 2019
Suspected Case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number Affected: 1
Breed: Mule; Horse Status: Euthanized;
Notes: The mule displayed clinical signs and at necropsy had histopathological changes consistent for EIA. Additional blood from the animal was not available for testing for EIA, so out of an abundance of caution the case is considered presumptive positive by animal regulatory health officials. The remaining equids at the facility were tested and were negative for EIA and will be observed and retested in 60 days.
Strangles- Augusta County, VA
February 28, 2019
Ongoing Investigation
Source: Attending Veterinarian
Number Affected: 1; Age: 6; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Thoroughbred (TB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 2/12/2019;
Clinical Signs: Fever, Sub-mandibular Abscess; Horse Status: Euthanized;
Notes: Horse has been located on farm for 5 weeks, was a new arrival.
February 28, 2019
Ongoing Investigation
Source: Attending Veterinarian
Number Affected: 1; Age: 6; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Thoroughbred (TB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 2/12/2019;
Clinical Signs: Fever, Sub-mandibular Abscess; Horse Status: Euthanized;
Notes: Horse has been located on farm for 5 weeks, was a new arrival.
Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy- Hanover County, VA
February 01, 2019
Quarantine Released
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number affected: 1; Onset of Clinical Signs:__Jan 10, 2019 ; Clinical Signs:__Neurologic_ ; Horse Status: _Recovering;
Notes: The quarantine for Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy on both premises in Hanover County is released. One additional horse, which showed neurologic signs on 1/10/2019 and tested positive for the A and G strain of the virus is recovering. No additional cases were identified.
February 01, 2019
Quarantine Released
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Number affected: 1; Onset of Clinical Signs:__Jan 10, 2019 ; Clinical Signs:__Neurologic_ ; Horse Status: _Recovering;
Notes: The quarantine for Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy on both premises in Hanover County is released. One additional horse, which showed neurologic signs on 1/10/2019 and tested positive for the A and G strain of the virus is recovering. No additional cases were identified.
Equine Herpes Viruses- Hanover County, VA
January 10, 2019
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture
On January 9, 2019 the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed 3 horses tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The infected horses reside on a pleasure horse farm (index farm) in Hanover County. Two horses were euthanized due to severe neurologic signs (due to Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy). A third horse on the index farm began exhibiting neurologic signs on January 10th. The farm in Hanover County and a neighboring farm sharing a fence line are under quarantine and all horses and donkeys are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No horses from the index farm have left the farm in 2 weeks prior to exhibiting clinical signs. For more information go to http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml and https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/DiseaseFactsheetEHM.pdf. Horse owners may also contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
Equine Herpes Viruses- Fredericksburg and Powhatan County, VA
February 28, 2018
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in two horses in Virginia. On Tuesday, February 27, the State Veterinarian’s Office at VDACS confirmed that two horses exhibiting neurological signs tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), the virus that causes EHM. Both horses were euthanized. There is no link between the two horses and the timing of the EHM finding is coincidental. One horse was housed at the Hazelwild Equestrian Center in Fredericksburg and the second was located on a private farm in Powhatan County. Both facilities have been placed under quarantine. All exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. VDACS is working with the facility owners to determine if any exposed horses have left the premises. Owners of exposed horses will be notified and are advised to isolate and observe their horses closely for signs of the disease.
February 28, 2018
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in two horses in Virginia. On Tuesday, February 27, the State Veterinarian’s Office at VDACS confirmed that two horses exhibiting neurological signs tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), the virus that causes EHM. Both horses were euthanized. There is no link between the two horses and the timing of the EHM finding is coincidental. One horse was housed at the Hazelwild Equestrian Center in Fredericksburg and the second was located on a private farm in Powhatan County. Both facilities have been placed under quarantine. All exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. VDACS is working with the facility owners to determine if any exposed horses have left the premises. Owners of exposed horses will be notified and are advised to isolate and observe their horses closely for signs of the disease.
Strangles- Bedford County, VA
February 07, 2018
Quarantine Released
Source: Attending Veterinarian
An attending veterinarian has confirmed an outbreak of Strangles in Bedford County, Virginia. 8 horses have been reported as affected with 12 horse in total under quarantine. The index horse showed an onset of symptoms on December 21st, 2017 including cough, nasal discharge, swollen lymph nodes, and fever. There have been no further horses with clinical signs other than the original 8 that showed signs within the first 7 days. All the affected horses have since recovered and have been free of any clinical signs for the last 3 weeks. The quarantine has been released.
February 07, 2018
Quarantine Released
Source: Attending Veterinarian
An attending veterinarian has confirmed an outbreak of Strangles in Bedford County, Virginia. 8 horses have been reported as affected with 12 horse in total under quarantine. The index horse showed an onset of symptoms on December 21st, 2017 including cough, nasal discharge, swollen lymph nodes, and fever. There have been no further horses with clinical signs other than the original 8 that showed signs within the first 7 days. All the affected horses have since recovered and have been free of any clinical signs for the last 3 weeks. The quarantine has been released.
Equine Herpes Viruses- Chesterfield County, VA
February 06, 2018
Outbreak Update
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
On February 1, 2018 a horse boarding stable in Chesterfield County was placed under quarantine after a horse with fever and neurologic signs tested positive to the equine herpes virus-1 (EHV) that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM). Since that time, nine horses in the stable have developed fevers, but none have exhibited neurologic signs. Three of these horses have been tested for EHV and one has tested positive. Testing for the remainder of the febrile horses will continue over the next several days. The facility will remain under quarantine for 21 days past the last positive finding of EHV. The febrile horses have been isolated on the farm and are under veterinary care. Four of these febrile horses have been transferred under quarantine to the isolation unit at Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg for additional care and monitoring. Because these horses were admitted under the established isolation protocol, the Equine Medical Center is not under quarantine and is admitting and treating patients normally. Neither of these facilities pose a risk to the Virginia horse population.
February 06, 2018
Outbreak Update
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
On February 1, 2018 a horse boarding stable in Chesterfield County was placed under quarantine after a horse with fever and neurologic signs tested positive to the equine herpes virus-1 (EHV) that causes Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM). Since that time, nine horses in the stable have developed fevers, but none have exhibited neurologic signs. Three of these horses have been tested for EHV and one has tested positive. Testing for the remainder of the febrile horses will continue over the next several days. The facility will remain under quarantine for 21 days past the last positive finding of EHV. The febrile horses have been isolated on the farm and are under veterinary care. Four of these febrile horses have been transferred under quarantine to the isolation unit at Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg for additional care and monitoring. Because these horses were admitted under the established isolation protocol, the Equine Medical Center is not under quarantine and is admitting and treating patients normally. Neither of these facilities pose a risk to the Virginia horse population.
Equine Herpes Viruses- Chesterfield County, VA
February 01, 2018
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
On January 31, 2018 the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in a horse in central Virginia. A horse exhibiting neurological signs and a fever is housed in a horse-boarding stable in Chesterfield County that has been placed under quarantine. All exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs, and VDACS will be working with the stable’s owner to determine if any exposed horses have left the premises. For more information go to: https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/DiseaseFactsheetEHM.pdf and https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Guidelines/EHV1_4_Final.pdf
February 01, 2018
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
On January 31, 2018 the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in a horse in central Virginia. A horse exhibiting neurological signs and a fever is housed in a horse-boarding stable in Chesterfield County that has been placed under quarantine. All exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs, and VDACS will be working with the stable’s owner to determine if any exposed horses have left the premises. For more information go to: https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/DiseaseFactsheetEHM.pdf and https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Guidelines/EHV1_4_Final.pdf
Equine Herpes Viruses- Albemarle County, VA
January 23, 2018
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
On Thursday January 18, the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed that a horse that had been exposed to another horse with Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The infected horse is on a small private sport horse farm in Albemarle County. The horse had been a patient at New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine where it was exposed to a horse that was subsequently diagnosed with Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The Virginia horse had a fever but is not showing any other clinical signs. The farm in Albemarle County is under quarantine and all exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No horses have been off the farm since this horse returned from New Bolton Center. No other horses have been exposed to this horse.
January 23, 2018
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
On Thursday January 18, the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) confirmed that a horse that had been exposed to another horse with Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The infected horse is on a small private sport horse farm in Albemarle County. The horse had been a patient at New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine where it was exposed to a horse that was subsequently diagnosed with Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The Virginia horse had a fever but is not showing any other clinical signs. The farm in Albemarle County is under quarantine and all exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. No horses have been off the farm since this horse returned from New Bolton Center. No other horses have been exposed to this horse.
Equine Herpes Viruses- Laurel Park Racetrack, MD
January 23, 2018
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture
One horse previously housed in barn 20 at Laurel Park Racetrack has tested positive on nasal swab for EHV-1 wild type. The horse had recently been discharged from New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, PA prior to a quarantine being put in place after an EHM case last week. The horse tested negative for EHV-1 on whole blood and is clinically normal but was removed from barn 20 and placed in strict isolation off the premises. Barn 20 is under an Investigational Hold Order for now. The horse will be retested on Tuesday January 22, 2018 to determine how long Barn 20 will be kept under the Investigational Hold Order. Currently, all five Maryland quarantined equine premises exposed to EHV-1 that are being monitored with twice daily body temperatures and enhanced biosecurity are clinically normal. For precautionary measures, shipping restrictions and racing other than Barn 20 is being determined by the various race track officials.
January 23, 2018
Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture
One horse previously housed in barn 20 at Laurel Park Racetrack has tested positive on nasal swab for EHV-1 wild type. The horse had recently been discharged from New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, PA prior to a quarantine being put in place after an EHM case last week. The horse tested negative for EHV-1 on whole blood and is clinically normal but was removed from barn 20 and placed in strict isolation off the premises. Barn 20 is under an Investigational Hold Order for now. The horse will be retested on Tuesday January 22, 2018 to determine how long Barn 20 will be kept under the Investigational Hold Order. Currently, all five Maryland quarantined equine premises exposed to EHV-1 that are being monitored with twice daily body temperatures and enhanced biosecurity are clinically normal. For precautionary measures, shipping restrictions and racing other than Barn 20 is being determined by the various race track officials.
Equine Herpes Viruses- Baltimore County, MD
January 18, 2018
Suspected Case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture
The Maryland Department of Agriculture announced that a Baltimore County horse was euthanized at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 after testing positive for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1). Epidemiology on the EHM positive horse that was transported to New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania has confirmed that the horse originated from a farm in Baltimore Maryland. The horse was euthanized at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 after testing positive for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1). The horse was originally transported to the facility for an unrelated medical issue. The horse began displaying neurological symptoms on January 14, 2018. The Baltimore County farm of origin is presently under a 21-day investigational hold and strict biosecurity measures are in place while Maryland Department of Agriculture inspectors perform additional epidemiological and infectious disease testing. The Maryland and Pennsylvania Departments of Agriculture are working with the University of Pennsylvania to establish and notify epidemiologic links to the sick horse.
January 18, 2018
Suspected Case(s): Official Quarantine
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture
The Maryland Department of Agriculture announced that a Baltimore County horse was euthanized at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 after testing positive for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1). Epidemiology on the EHM positive horse that was transported to New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania has confirmed that the horse originated from a farm in Baltimore Maryland. The horse was euthanized at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 after testing positive for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1). The horse was originally transported to the facility for an unrelated medical issue. The horse began displaying neurological symptoms on January 14, 2018. The Baltimore County farm of origin is presently under a 21-day investigational hold and strict biosecurity measures are in place while Maryland Department of Agriculture inspectors perform additional epidemiological and infectious disease testing. The Maryland and Pennsylvania Departments of Agriculture are working with the University of Pennsylvania to establish and notify epidemiologic links to the sick horse.
Update: Virginia Horses Test Positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1
August 25, 2017
~ Horses are in King William, and unrelated to the Culpeper farm where the virus was detected 10 days ago ~
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (VDACS) has confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) on a second farm in Virginia. On August 15 the department announced an unrelated finding of EHV-1 on a farm in Culpeper County. That farm continues to be under quarantine.
This new case originated from a small private pleasure horse farm in King William County. Out of the 4 horses that showed clinical signs compatible with Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), 2 horses tested positive and both of them were euthanized.
This farm is under quarantine and all exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50o F) and other clinical signs.
No horses have been on or off the premises for 1 year. There are no horses near this farm that have been exposed, and there is no association between this farm and any of the horses or people at the first quarantined farm, including equine professionals. While there are vaccines against the EHV-1 virus, the vaccines are ineffective against the neurologic strain.
Dr. Charles Broaddus, State Veterinarian with VDACS, says there is no cause for alarm concerning the general horse population in Virginia. “Equine Herpes Virus-1 (EHV-1) is a virus that is present in the environment and found in most horses all over the world,” he said. "Horses are typically exposed to the virus at a young age with no serious side effects. A large percentage of horses carry the virus with no clinical signs for the remainder of their lives. Horses can spontaneously shed it in their nasal secretions. Rarely this causes exposed horses to develop the neurologic form of the disease.” He added that practicing good biosecurity every day is the best way to minimize disease spread.
The Equine Disease Communications Center at equinediseasecc.org/biosecurity has more information on best practices for disease prevention in horses and VDACS has more information on EHV-1 here. vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml. Horse owners may also contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
August 25, 2017
~ Horses are in King William, and unrelated to the Culpeper farm where the virus was detected 10 days ago ~
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (VDACS) has confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) on a second farm in Virginia. On August 15 the department announced an unrelated finding of EHV-1 on a farm in Culpeper County. That farm continues to be under quarantine.
This new case originated from a small private pleasure horse farm in King William County. Out of the 4 horses that showed clinical signs compatible with Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), 2 horses tested positive and both of them were euthanized.
This farm is under quarantine and all exposed horses are being monitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50o F) and other clinical signs.
No horses have been on or off the premises for 1 year. There are no horses near this farm that have been exposed, and there is no association between this farm and any of the horses or people at the first quarantined farm, including equine professionals. While there are vaccines against the EHV-1 virus, the vaccines are ineffective against the neurologic strain.
Dr. Charles Broaddus, State Veterinarian with VDACS, says there is no cause for alarm concerning the general horse population in Virginia. “Equine Herpes Virus-1 (EHV-1) is a virus that is present in the environment and found in most horses all over the world,” he said. "Horses are typically exposed to the virus at a young age with no serious side effects. A large percentage of horses carry the virus with no clinical signs for the remainder of their lives. Horses can spontaneously shed it in their nasal secretions. Rarely this causes exposed horses to develop the neurologic form of the disease.” He added that practicing good biosecurity every day is the best way to minimize disease spread.
The Equine Disease Communications Center at equinediseasecc.org/biosecurity has more information on best practices for disease prevention in horses and VDACS has more information on EHV-1 here. vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml. Horse owners may also contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
Equine Infectious Anemia Case Confirmed in North Carolina
August 24, 2017
A mule in Johnston County has tested positive for equine infectious anemia, according to a release from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. It is the first documented case in the state since 2005.
The North Carolina Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory discovered the infection after a routine blood test. The case was confirmed by the United States Department of Agriculture.
EIA, an incurable bloodborne disease, is spread between equines, such as horses, mules and donkeys, after infection from fly or tick bites. There is no approved vaccine for EIA in the United States. The Johnston County facility is under quarantine and the infected mule was euthanized.
EIA does not affect humans.
“The remaining equine at the facility were tested and were negative for EIA and will be observed and retested in 60 days,” said Michael Neault, director of livestock and animal health programs at the NCDA&CS, in the press release. “We are monitoring neighboring facilities for the disease.”
Clinical signs include fever, weakness and weight loss and is potentially fatal to equines. The United States typically sees few EIA cases a year. Equine owners with concerns about an animal’s health should contact their veterinarian.
For more information about EIA, including details on symptoms and prevention techniques, go to https://cvm.ncsu.edu/equine-infectious-anemia-facts/.
NCDA&CS can be reached at 919-707-3250 or ncagr.gov. Veterinary disease alerts can be found at ncagr.gov/vet/DiseaseAlerts.htm.
~Jordan Bartel/NC State Veterinary Medicine
August 24, 2017
A mule in Johnston County has tested positive for equine infectious anemia, according to a release from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. It is the first documented case in the state since 2005.
The North Carolina Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory discovered the infection after a routine blood test. The case was confirmed by the United States Department of Agriculture.
EIA, an incurable bloodborne disease, is spread between equines, such as horses, mules and donkeys, after infection from fly or tick bites. There is no approved vaccine for EIA in the United States. The Johnston County facility is under quarantine and the infected mule was euthanized.
EIA does not affect humans.
“The remaining equine at the facility were tested and were negative for EIA and will be observed and retested in 60 days,” said Michael Neault, director of livestock and animal health programs at the NCDA&CS, in the press release. “We are monitoring neighboring facilities for the disease.”
Clinical signs include fever, weakness and weight loss and is potentially fatal to equines. The United States typically sees few EIA cases a year. Equine owners with concerns about an animal’s health should contact their veterinarian.
For more information about EIA, including details on symptoms and prevention techniques, go to https://cvm.ncsu.edu/equine-infectious-anemia-facts/.
NCDA&CS can be reached at 919-707-3250 or ncagr.gov. Veterinary disease alerts can be found at ncagr.gov/vet/DiseaseAlerts.htm.
~Jordan Bartel/NC State Veterinary Medicine
Update on Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy in Virginia
August 17, 2017
On August 15, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) reported that its Animal Health Laboratory in Warrenton confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) on two horses from Culpeper County.
A third horse on the quarantined farm developed a fever the evening of August 16 and tested positive for the neuropath genic strain of the Equine Herpes Virus -1. The quarantine will be extended until September 6th.
The horse is under veterinary care and has no other symptoms. Because the farm is under quarantine, no additional horses have been exposed.
The Equine Disease Communications Center Biosecurity web pages has more information on best practices for disease prevention in horses (equinediseasecc.org/biosecurity) and VDACS has information on EHV-1 at vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml. Horse owners also may contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at804.786.2483.
Please check the VDACS Facebook page or Twitter feed for future updates at @VaAgriculture.
August 17, 2017
On August 15, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) reported that its Animal Health Laboratory in Warrenton confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) on two horses from Culpeper County.
A third horse on the quarantined farm developed a fever the evening of August 16 and tested positive for the neuropath genic strain of the Equine Herpes Virus -1. The quarantine will be extended until September 6th.
The horse is under veterinary care and has no other symptoms. Because the farm is under quarantine, no additional horses have been exposed.
The Equine Disease Communications Center Biosecurity web pages has more information on best practices for disease prevention in horses (equinediseasecc.org/biosecurity) and VDACS has information on EHV-1 at vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml. Horse owners also may contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at804.786.2483.
Please check the VDACS Facebook page or Twitter feed for future updates at @VaAgriculture.
Virginia Horses Test Positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1
August 15, 2017
On Aug. 11, a horse exhibiting neurologic signs was transported to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg from Culpeper. The horse was immediately isolated from the hospital population and has not come into contact with any other patients.
On Aug. 12, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (VDACS) Animal Health Lab in Warrenton confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The horse remains isolated while undergoing supportive care.
On Aug. 14, a second horse from the same farm developed a fever and neurologic symptoms and was euthanized. VDACS’ Animal Health Lab confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The farm is under quarantine.
The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center employed strict biosecurity measures and disinfection upon arrival and will continue to do so during the entirety of the horse’s hospitalization. The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center is operating normally.
For more information on EHV-1, see http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml or contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
August 15, 2017
On Aug. 11, a horse exhibiting neurologic signs was transported to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg from Culpeper. The horse was immediately isolated from the hospital population and has not come into contact with any other patients.
On Aug. 12, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (VDACS) Animal Health Lab in Warrenton confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The horse remains isolated while undergoing supportive care.
On Aug. 14, a second horse from the same farm developed a fever and neurologic symptoms and was euthanized. VDACS’ Animal Health Lab confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The farm is under quarantine.
The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center employed strict biosecurity measures and disinfection upon arrival and will continue to do so during the entirety of the horse’s hospitalization. The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center is operating normally.
For more information on EHV-1, see http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml or contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
Maryland Horse Tests Positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1 in Virginia
April 6, 2017
On April 2, a horse exhibiting neurologic signs was transported to the isolation facility at Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg, Virginia from Anne Arundel County, Maryland, and it was euthanized shortly after arrival. On April 4, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (VDACS) Animal Health Lab in Warrenton, Virginia confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
The Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center employed strict biosecurity measures and disinfection upon arrival and during the horse’s hospitalization. As a result, no horses in Virginia were exposed. The Equine Medical Center is operating normally.
For more information on EHV-1, see http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml or contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
April 6, 2017
On April 2, a horse exhibiting neurologic signs was transported to the isolation facility at Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg, Virginia from Anne Arundel County, Maryland, and it was euthanized shortly after arrival. On April 4, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (VDACS) Animal Health Lab in Warrenton, Virginia confirmed a diagnosis of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
The Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center employed strict biosecurity measures and disinfection upon arrival and during the horse’s hospitalization. As a result, no horses in Virginia were exposed. The Equine Medical Center is operating normally.
For more information on EHV-1, see http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml or contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
VIRGINIA HORSE TESTS POSITIVE FOR EQUINE HERPESVIRUS-1 IN FLORIDA
March 1, 2016
On the evening of February 29, the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) was notified by the Florida State Veterinarian’s Office that a Virginia horse recently relocated to Martin County, Florida was confirmed with Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). Clinical signs were consistent with Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM). The infected (index) horse was placed in isolation early in the day and the Florida facility was placed under quarantine.
An investigation revealed that the index horse was shipped from a Thoroughbred training facility in Fauquier County, Virginia to Florida on February 22. The Virginia training facility has been placed under quarantine by VDACS, and all exposed horses are beingmonitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. To date, no exposed horses in Virginia have shown clinical signs of disease or been febrile, but the monitoring will continue throughout the quarantine period. In addition to the horses exposed at the training facility, the investigation has revealed only one other exposed horse that traveled out of state.
The index horse traveled from Virginia to Florida with additional horses that off loaded in South Carolina. The South Carolina State Veterinarian was notified and has taken similar precautions for those exposed horses.
State animal health officials in Virginia and Florida will continue to monitor the situation and will provide updates as warranted.
For more information on EHM, see http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml or contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
March 1, 2016
On the evening of February 29, the State Veterinarian’s Office of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) was notified by the Florida State Veterinarian’s Office that a Virginia horse recently relocated to Martin County, Florida was confirmed with Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). Clinical signs were consistent with Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM). The infected (index) horse was placed in isolation early in the day and the Florida facility was placed under quarantine.
An investigation revealed that the index horse was shipped from a Thoroughbred training facility in Fauquier County, Virginia to Florida on February 22. The Virginia training facility has been placed under quarantine by VDACS, and all exposed horses are beingmonitored twice daily for fever (temperature over 101.50 F) and other clinical signs. To date, no exposed horses in Virginia have shown clinical signs of disease or been febrile, but the monitoring will continue throughout the quarantine period. In addition to the horses exposed at the training facility, the investigation has revealed only one other exposed horse that traveled out of state.
The index horse traveled from Virginia to Florida with additional horses that off loaded in South Carolina. The South Carolina State Veterinarian was notified and has taken similar precautions for those exposed horses.
State animal health officials in Virginia and Florida will continue to monitor the situation and will provide updates as warranted.
For more information on EHM, see http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/animals-equine-herpes-virus.shtml or contact VDACS’ Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483.
THIRD CASE OF EASTERN EQUINE ENCEPHALITIS IN A VIRGINIA HORSE FOR 2015!!
Monday October 5, 2015
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) today announced the third case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in a Virginia horse this year. The horse, a 19-week-old Racking filly, was from Chesapeake. Because of its young age, it had not been vaccinated yet. The horse was euthanized September 24 due to the severity of the illness. All three cases of EEE this year have been in horses from Chesapeake. In mosquito-prone areas like this, most veterinarians recommend a six-month vaccination schedule to provide full protection from EEE, West Nile Virus (WNV) and other mosquito-borne illnesses.
Last year Virginia had one reported case of EEE, in a horse from Suffolk, and one of WNV. EEE has a mortality rate of 80 to 90 percent, so prevention is a key part of equine health. Vaccination and mosquito control/ avoidance are the central elements of prevention.
Horse owners will find more information on EEE at http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/animals/eee.shtml. Or they may contact VDACS’ Office of the State Veterinarian at 804.692.0601 or consult their local veterinarian.
Confirmed Case Of West Nile Virus in VA!!
Monday August 17, 2015
First positive case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in a horse in Virginia!
This horse was not current on its WNV vaccination. This is just another example as to why it is important to discuss your horse’s risk factors with your veterinarian and come up with a vaccination protocol appropriate for your horse!
Please give us a call to discuss your horses risk today, 804.333.0333/769.2433.
For more information on this case of WNV and tips for prevention please visit
http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/ne…/releases-b/081415wnv.shtml
Monday August 17, 2015
First positive case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in a horse in Virginia!
This horse was not current on its WNV vaccination. This is just another example as to why it is important to discuss your horse’s risk factors with your veterinarian and come up with a vaccination protocol appropriate for your horse!
Please give us a call to discuss your horses risk today, 804.333.0333/769.2433.
For more information on this case of WNV and tips for prevention please visit
http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/ne…/releases-b/081415wnv.shtml
Confirmed Cases of Potomac Horse Fever in Central VA!!
Monday July 20, 2015
We have had 2 confirmed Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) cases in our area over the past couple weeks. We are recommending people booster the PHF vaccination especially if your horse is at high risk (*see below for more information). If you have not vaccinated your horse for PHF or if your horse is in need of a booster please give us a call 804.769.2433/333.0333 to set up an appointment today. We are happy to discuss any questions you may have about PHF and your horses risk, feel free to give us a call or shoot us an email.
Here is some information on the disease and treatments:
http://www.thehorse.com/…/potomac-horse-fever-cause-and-tre…
Here is some information on the disease and who should be vaccinated!
http://www.aaep.org/info/potomac-horse-fever
Monday July 20, 2015
We have had 2 confirmed Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) cases in our area over the past couple weeks. We are recommending people booster the PHF vaccination especially if your horse is at high risk (*see below for more information). If you have not vaccinated your horse for PHF or if your horse is in need of a booster please give us a call 804.769.2433/333.0333 to set up an appointment today. We are happy to discuss any questions you may have about PHF and your horses risk, feel free to give us a call or shoot us an email.
Here is some information on the disease and treatments:
http://www.thehorse.com/…/potomac-horse-fever-cause-and-tre…
Here is some information on the disease and who should be vaccinated!
http://www.aaep.org/info/potomac-horse-fever
FIRST CASE OF EASTERN EQUINE ENCEPHALITIS IN VA!
Tuesday July 7, 2015
First case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in VA, not far from us!!
This is a preventable disease with proper vaccination. It is very important we protect our horses.
Please give us a call if you have any questions about the risk to your horse. 804.333.0333/769.2433
http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/…/releas…/070715firsteee.shtml
Tuesday July 7, 2015
First case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in VA, not far from us!!
This is a preventable disease with proper vaccination. It is very important we protect our horses.
Please give us a call if you have any questions about the risk to your horse. 804.333.0333/769.2433
http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/…/releas…/070715firsteee.shtml
Positive Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy in Virginia Horse, February 2015
Monday, February 9, 2015
A VDACS Veterinarian visited the Virginia EHV-1 equine premises again this morning to evaluate the current situation. Even though the index horse continues to drag his rear feet when walking, he is afebrile and is able to gallop. No other horses on the premises have been febrile (fever of 101.5° F) or neurologic.
Thursday, February 5, 2015
VDACS was notified of a positive result for Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) on a horse displaying neurologic signs in western Albemarle County, Northwest of Charlottesville. The affected horse is located at a boarding stable with 14 other horses at the facility. VDACS contacted the stable manager and placed the facility under quarantine – no horses are allowed to exit or enter the premises until the quarantine is released.
The affected horse is a 14-year-old gelding that showed symptoms on Saturday, January 31, became recumbent on Sunday, February 1, but is now stable. Samples were taken by a private veterinarian and the result was reported to VDACS February 5. An epidemiologic investigation is underway; initial findings indicate that only one exposed horse from the facility has left the premises within the last 14 days, and that horse went out of state.
A VDACS Veterinarian visited the Virginia EHV-1 equine premises again this morning to evaluate the current situation. Even though the index horse continues to drag his rear feet when walking, he is afebrile and is able to gallop. No other horses on the premises have been febrile (fever of 101.5° F) or neurologic.
Thursday, February 5, 2015
VDACS was notified of a positive result for Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) on a horse displaying neurologic signs in western Albemarle County, Northwest of Charlottesville. The affected horse is located at a boarding stable with 14 other horses at the facility. VDACS contacted the stable manager and placed the facility under quarantine – no horses are allowed to exit or enter the premises until the quarantine is released.
The affected horse is a 14-year-old gelding that showed symptoms on Saturday, January 31, became recumbent on Sunday, February 1, but is now stable. Samples were taken by a private veterinarian and the result was reported to VDACS February 5. An epidemiologic investigation is underway; initial findings indicate that only one exposed horse from the facility has left the premises within the last 14 days, and that horse went out of state.
Equine Infectious Anemia Diagnosed in South Carolina Mule, September 2014
A mule in Aiken County, SC, has tested positive for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), which is caused by a virus related to Human Immunodeficiency Virus. This is the virus we test for with yearly Coggins testing. The affected mule did not show any outward symptoms of its EIA infection. State officials will continue their investigation to determine if other equines may have been exposed that require additional quarantine and testing. "This new diagnosis serves as a wake-up call for us and should remind horse owners of the importance of continue to test for the disease, even in horses that appear perfectly healthy," says Adam Eichelberger, Director of Animal Health Programs in the SC State Veterinarian's Office.
New IN HOUSE Blood Work Machines!
We now have both a Complete Blood Count (CBC) and Chemistry machine IN HOUSE! This means we are able to run your blood work immediately in the clinic, rather than having to send it to outside labs. Eliminating the lag time caused by sending blood work out means that we can have the critical information needed to diagnose/treat your horse immediately. And we can all agree that when it comes to our equines' health, time matters! These tests can provide answers and information regarding your horses' kidneys, liver, signs of infection, muscle enzymes, and so much more. Whether you're having blood work run on your horse to help diagnose a problem, or as a maintenance and preventative routine check, we hope that having immediate results will give you as much comfort as it does us!
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We now have both a Complete Blood Count (CBC) and Chemistry machine IN HOUSE! This means we are able to run your blood work immediately in the clinic, rather than having to send it to outside labs. Eliminating the lag time caused by sending blood work out means that we can have the critical information needed to diagnose/treat your horse immediately. And we can all agree that when it comes to our equines' health, time matters! These tests can provide answers and information regarding your horses' kidneys, liver, signs of infection, muscle enzymes, and so much more. Whether you're having blood work run on your horse to help diagnose a problem, or as a maintenance and preventative routine check, we hope that having immediate results will give you as much comfort as it does us!
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Confirmed Cases of Potomac Horse Fever in Central VA!!
Due to several confirmed cases of Potomac Horse Fever in central Virginia, an outbreak alert has been released, go to the Dover Equine Facebook page to read the alert, https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dover-Equine-Veterinary/203564849658857.
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) recommend that horses be vaccinated for Potomac Horse Fever every 3 months through the fall for high risk areas. http://www.aaep.org/potomac_fever.htm
Because of all the rainy weather we have had this year and the confirmed cases in our area, we are recommending that horses be vaccinated at the Very minimum every 6 months, and ensuring you understand that since the vaccine isn't 100% and immunity can be short lived a 3 month booster may be warranted especially if your horse is high risk ie. horses that live around bodies of water, marsh areas or standing water in the pastures, trail rides where horses are allowed to drink from bodies of water, barns that use night time lighting, etc.
Please give us a call if you have any further questions 804.333.0333/769.2433
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The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) recommend that horses be vaccinated for Potomac Horse Fever every 3 months through the fall for high risk areas. http://www.aaep.org/potomac_fever.htm
Because of all the rainy weather we have had this year and the confirmed cases in our area, we are recommending that horses be vaccinated at the Very minimum every 6 months, and ensuring you understand that since the vaccine isn't 100% and immunity can be short lived a 3 month booster may be warranted especially if your horse is high risk ie. horses that live around bodies of water, marsh areas or standing water in the pastures, trail rides where horses are allowed to drink from bodies of water, barns that use night time lighting, etc.
Please give us a call if you have any further questions 804.333.0333/769.2433
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News Alert- THIS WILL AFFECT YOU AS A PET OWNER:
Congress is trying to enforce a law that will make it illegal for Mobile Veterinarians - LIKE US!! - to carry controlled substances. These substances are used by most mobile vets daily for sedation, pain control, surgeries, and euthanasias.
FOLLOW THIS LINK TO VOICE YOUR OPINION:
http://avmacan.avma.org/avma/issues/alert/?alertid=62592206
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FOLLOW THIS LINK TO VOICE YOUR OPINION:
http://avmacan.avma.org/avma/issues/alert/?alertid=62592206
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Welcome Donna!!
We're very excited to welcome a new member to our Dover Equine team! Donna Margulies is joining us this July as our new office administrator. She will be available 8:30-12:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday to answer your phone calls and help you out however she can.
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News Alert - Increased Number of Chokes on Beet Pulp Pellets
There have been an increased number of esophageal obstructions, or "chokes," involving the feeding of beet pulp pellets. While the label instructions on certain products, such as Standlee Hay Company's "Beet Pulp Pellets," say that they "can be soaked for two hours" prior to feeding, it is extremely important to note that this is not adequate. ALL beet pulp products, whether they are shredded or pelleted, MUST be soaked for two hours prior to feeding. Feeding them dry astronomically increases the risk of your horse developing a choke or an impaction colic, both of which are life-threatening diseases. Please do not put your horse at risk!
Neurologic Form of EHV-1 Confirmed in NC Horse - 1/9/12
The neurologic form of equine herpesvirus, EHV-1, has been confirmed in a North Carolina horse. The horse resided in a stable in Rockingham County and is currently being quarantined in the isolation unit at the College of Veterinary Medicine at N.C. State University. For more information, please follow this link: http://www.ncagr.gov/paffairs/release/2012/1-12EHV1.htm. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like more detailed information about EHV-1 symptoms and prevention.
First Horse in Virginia Tests Positive for West Nile Virus - 2011
We have received multiple concerned calls from clients requesting information about the recent case of West Nile Virus (WNV) that was diagnosed in a horse in VA at the end of August. This was the first case of WNV reported in Virginia in 2011. Follow the link below to read the press release from Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for more details on this case and links to more information on WNV and how to protect both humans and horses: www.vdacs.virginia.gov/news/releases-b/090611wnv.shtml
The report states that the horse had been vaccinated, but was due for a booster in September. However, the report leaves many questions unanswered. One of which is whether the horse was due for a 6 month or 1 year booster. This would make a difference depending on the type of vaccination used and the risk posed to the horse depending on its location. In our area of Virginia we recommend 6 month boosters due to both the long mosquito season and the large amount of water in the area which provides ample breeding grounds for the mosquitoes. The report also fails to state whether the horse had the proper initial vaccination series protocol, which is two doses administered three to six weeks apart. It is also important to ask if the horse was vaccinated by a veterinarian or by the owner. Vital questions that must be asked by owners administering their own vaccinations include, but are not limited to: was the vaccination purchased through a reliable source, did the vaccine arrive in an insulated container with the ice pack still frozen ensuring that the product was maintained at the correct temperature at all times during transport, was the vaccination stored at the proper temperature after the owner received it and prior to administration, and was it administered correctly and at the right dose?
As veterinarians it is our job to give the best possible care to our patients, which includes ordering medications through reputable sources no matter the cost and administering medications and vaccinations per the recommended protocols. When vaccinations or other medications are ordered and shipped from a creditable supplier, the manufacturers guarantee their products. When the products arrive damaged, incorrect or at the wrong temperature they are replaced with new merchandise. Veterinary practices are also required to pass inspections by the Board of Veterinary Medicine. Among the many requirements, thermometers have to be placed in the refrigerators that house the vaccinations to ensure proper storage and temperature regulation.
There are a lot of variables that go into the statement ‘The horse was vaccinated’. There could be multiple reasons for the “vaccinated” horse to have become infected with WNV. The bottom line is all equine owners should discuss the proper protocol for vaccination, for your horse and your area, with your veterinarian to ensure your horse is protected! While vaccinations do not offer 100% protection, they are the best way to keep your animal as healthy as possible. For more information on proper vaccination protocols, please feel free to contact us.
The report states that the horse had been vaccinated, but was due for a booster in September. However, the report leaves many questions unanswered. One of which is whether the horse was due for a 6 month or 1 year booster. This would make a difference depending on the type of vaccination used and the risk posed to the horse depending on its location. In our area of Virginia we recommend 6 month boosters due to both the long mosquito season and the large amount of water in the area which provides ample breeding grounds for the mosquitoes. The report also fails to state whether the horse had the proper initial vaccination series protocol, which is two doses administered three to six weeks apart. It is also important to ask if the horse was vaccinated by a veterinarian or by the owner. Vital questions that must be asked by owners administering their own vaccinations include, but are not limited to: was the vaccination purchased through a reliable source, did the vaccine arrive in an insulated container with the ice pack still frozen ensuring that the product was maintained at the correct temperature at all times during transport, was the vaccination stored at the proper temperature after the owner received it and prior to administration, and was it administered correctly and at the right dose?
As veterinarians it is our job to give the best possible care to our patients, which includes ordering medications through reputable sources no matter the cost and administering medications and vaccinations per the recommended protocols. When vaccinations or other medications are ordered and shipped from a creditable supplier, the manufacturers guarantee their products. When the products arrive damaged, incorrect or at the wrong temperature they are replaced with new merchandise. Veterinary practices are also required to pass inspections by the Board of Veterinary Medicine. Among the many requirements, thermometers have to be placed in the refrigerators that house the vaccinations to ensure proper storage and temperature regulation.
There are a lot of variables that go into the statement ‘The horse was vaccinated’. There could be multiple reasons for the “vaccinated” horse to have become infected with WNV. The bottom line is all equine owners should discuss the proper protocol for vaccination, for your horse and your area, with your veterinarian to ensure your horse is protected! While vaccinations do not offer 100% protection, they are the best way to keep your animal as healthy as possible. For more information on proper vaccination protocols, please feel free to contact us.
Emergency Preparedness
The AAEP has a number of good articles for horse owners with tips for emergency preparedness. The "Emergency Preparedness: Being Prepared During Times of Disaster, Important Tips for Horse Owners" is an excellent overview of what you need to do!
Dover Equine Veterinary
P.O. Box 246 | Aylett, VA 23009
804.333.0333 | 804.769.2433
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