West Nile virus (WNV) is spreading, and horse owners are asking, "What can I do to protect my horses?" The good news is that a vaccine for horses has been developed and conditionally approved by the USDA. Experts say the WNV vaccine should work like other encephalitis vaccines, which are protective. However, responsible horse owners must take steps to prevent the disease by managing their

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