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California’s Eleventh Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed

September 13, 2012
Posted by Erica Larson

An unvaccinated 4-year-old gelding was euthanized after contracting the virus.

Topics: Article, Vaccinations, West Nile Virus (WNV)

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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) confirmed one additional case of equine West Nile virus (WNV) on Monday, according to a statement on the organization’s website.

"On Sept. 10, 2012, the CDFA Animal Health Branch confirmed one additional case of WNV in an unvaccinated 4-year-old gelding located in Sacramento County," the statement read. "The horse was euthanized."

The Sacramento County gelding is the eleventh California horse to test positive for WNV in 2012. The nine other cases were identified in Butte, Fresno (2), Glenn, Merced, Sacramento, San Joaquin (2), Stanislaus, and Yolo counties. Four of the positive horses have been euthanized, the CDFA reports.

"The CDFA continually monitors and investigates equine neurologic cases for the presence of WNV in California," the statement read. "The CDFA urges horse owners to consult their veterinarian concerning a WNV vaccination program to ensure maximum protection of their horses

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Erica Larson

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.