New EHV Cases Confirmed in Los Angeles County, California

A 12-year-old Quarter Horse mare displaying severe neurologic signs tested positive for non-neuropathogenic (EHV-1).
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) reported Jan. 10 that a 12-year-old Quarter Horse mare displaying severe neurologic signs of disease has tested positive for non-neuropathogenic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).

“Due to the severity of clinical signs the horse was euthanized,” the CDFA said. “The premises of 56 exposed horses in Los Angeles County has been placed under quarantine and all horses are being monitored for clinical signs with twice daily temperature monitoring.”

Additionally, the CDFA said, a febrile 32-year-old horse residing on the index property tested positive for non-neuropathogenic EHV-1 on Jan. 10.

“This horse has been placed in isolation on site,” the agency said

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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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