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Location: Where I am happiest | media release Colorado Department of Agriculture www.colorado.gov/ag www.facebook.com/coloradoag FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 16, 2014 Contacts: (media) Christi Lightcap, (303) 239-4190, Christi.Lightcap@state.co.us (horse owners & event organizers) CDA State Veterinarian’s Office, (303) 239-4161 or contact your local veterinarian Colorado Horse Tests Positive for Equine Herpes Myeloencephalitis LAKEWOOD, Colo. – The Colorado State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (CSU-VDL) has notified Colorado Department of Agriculture’s State Veterinarian’s Office that the horse which was showing signs consistent with Equine Herpes Myeloencephalitis (EHV-1) on 5/14/14 tested positive for EHV-1. The horse was euthanized due to complications from the neurologic form of EHV-1. A second horse that resided with the EHV-1 positive horse has developed a fever and is considered a suspect case but is not displaying any neurologic signs at this time. This second horse attended some of the same events within the rodeo/barrel racing circuit as the original horse. Because of these developments and the recent history of other EHV-1 cases in other states, the State Veterinarian’s Office in Colorado recommends that equine event organizers and horse owners competing in the rodeo/barrel racing circuit exercise extreme caution with regards to the planning and holding of equine events. “Disease prevention practices and good biosecurity should be implemented,” said State Veterinarian, Dr. Keith Roehr. “Owners should consider the risk for exposure to EHV-1 at upcoming events to be elevated and owners may want to consider keeping their horses at home to limit their individual risk.” The EHV-1 positive horse and its stable-mates have a history of travelling to events within Colorado over the last few weeks and there is a potential link to other horses that have attended the National High School Rodeo and Colorado Junior Rodeo Association events located in: Henderson (April 26-27) Eagle (May 2-4) Rocky Ford (May 10-11) The Colorado State Veterinarian’s office is in the process of contacting all Colorado contestants that were involved in these events. Important recommendations: If your horse attended any of the above events or has a direct link to a horse that attended one of these events: Monitor its temperature twice daily and report temperatures greater than 101.5 F to your veterinarian. Isolate your horse from others if possible for 21 days past the event. Contact your veterinarian if your horse is showing other signs of illness or if you have concerns about its health. Limit horse-to-horse contact at equine events. EHV-1 can by spread on tack, grooming equipment, feed/water buckets, and people’s hands or clothing. Do not share among horses or clean properly between use. Symptoms include fever, decreased coordination, nasal discharge, urine dribbling, loss of tail tone, hind limb weakness, leaning against a wall or fence to maintain balance, lethargy, and the inability to rise. While there is no cure, the symptoms of the disease may be treatable. EHV-1 is not transmissible to people; it can be a serious disease of horses that can cause respiratory, neurologic disease and death. Additional Resources: A Guide to Understanding the Neurologic Form of EHV Infection: http://www.aphis.usda.gov/vs/nahss/equine/ehv/equine_herpesvirus_br... Biosecurity-The Key to Keeping Your Horses Healthy: http://www.aphis.usda.gov/publications/animal_health/2011/bro_keep_... CDA Animal Health: www.colorado.gov/ag/animals and click on “Animal Health.” ### | |
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| Yep, that's from the 16th and was documented on the other ehv-1 thread.
It sounds as though the second horse has yet to develop any neuro symptoms and is doing well. Mile Hi has been cancelling events and keeping everyone updated on their FB page. They posted a positive update yesterday, but my phone won't let me copy/paste it over here.
My understanding from following a FB friend who lives in the Denver area is the weather out yonder has been conducive to the spread, kind of like it was in MN and WI when it was active... | |
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Location: Here | love2ridepre - 2014-05-21 12:48 PM MO has not been hit yet, correct? Just checking
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Location: Colorado | OhMax - 2014-05-21 12:08 PM Yep, that's from the 16th and was documented on the other ehv-1 thread. It sounds as though the second horse has yet to develop any neuro symptoms and is doing well. Mile Hi has been cancelling events and keeping everyone updated on their FB page. They posted a positive update yesterday, but my phone won't let me copy/paste it over here. My understanding from following a FB friend who lives in the Denver area is the weather out yonder has been conducive to the spread, kind of like it was in MN and WI when it was active...
Hey thanks for the kind words!! Much appreciated! Here is OUR update from May 21 which we posted our Facebook page and we would like to invite all of you to switch over to it and post a prayer!
EHV-1 UPDATE: Just learned that the second horse here in Colorado that has been spiking a temp over the past week or so has been tested and the results came back POSITIVE for EHV-1.
OMGosh, this is even more DEVASTATING news for the family involved. You might recall, this horse has been undergoing constant care, monitoring, and has been in isolation for the past week; ever since the first one was euthanized mid-week last week.
NOW, the next several days are critical. They and, more importantly, the horse could use our prayers. We’ve all seen the power of prayer and the miracles it can bring….please consider saying a prayer for this horse….this family……it would very VERY MUCH APPRECIATED!
Again, we cannot suggest it strong enough STAY HOME!! This is nothing to mess with! Many have the attitude or say it’s just ONE HORSE….really? What if it were just YOUR HORSE? WE need to show compassion, support and above all that we care…..please consider keeping this situation in your thoughts and prayers over the next several days! I know the family see’s our posts…
Here is the official post from State Vet:
STATE VETERINARIAN'S OFFICE - EHV-1 Update in Colorado
EHV-1 update as of 5/21/14:
There are no new EHV-1 affected premises in Colorado. The quarantine is still in place at the affected stable in Rio Grande County. The Colorado Department of Agriculture has been notified that the second horse on the original EHV-1 premises that was considered a suspect case has now tested positive for EHV-1. Testing revealed that it was the wild-type virus. The horse is being monitored and under quarantine with no signs of neurological disease at this time.
No additional movement restrictions have been put in place for horses moving into or within Colorado. Horses moving into Colorado are required to have a certificate of veterinary inspection / health certificate issued within the last 30 days and a negative Equine Infectious Anemia test (Coggins Test) within 1 year. Specific horse events may require more recent health certificates and other requirements, so participants are encouraged to contact the event manager prior to leaving for equine events to get updated entry requirements.
Again, THANKS for the kind words about our posts! You made my night! :)
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Location: Here | Mile Hi Barrel Horse - 2014-05-22 12:36 AM
OhMax - 2014-05-21 12:08 PM Yep, that's from the 16th and was documented on the other ehv-1 thread. It sounds as though the second horse has yet to develop any neuro symptoms and is doing well. Mile Hi has been cancelling events and keeping everyone updated on their FB page. They posted a positive update yesterday, but my phone won't let me copy/paste it over here. My understanding from following a FB friend who lives in the Denver area is the weather out yonder has been conducive to the spread, kind of like it was in MN and WI when it was active...
Hey thanks for the kind words!! Much appreciated! Here is OUR update from May 21 which we posted our Facebook page and we would like to invite all of you to switch over to it and post a prayer! EHV-1 UPDATE: Just learned that the second horse here in Colorado that has been spiking a temp over the past week or so has been tested and the results came back POSITIVE for EHV-1. OMGosh, this is even more DEVASTATING news for the family involved. You might recall, this horse has been undergoing constant care, monitoring, and has been in isolation for the past week; ever since the first one was euthanized mid-week last week. NOW, the next several days are critical. They and, more importantly, the horse could use our prayers. We’ve all seen the power of prayer and the miracles it can bring….please consider saying a prayer for this horse….this family……it would very VERY MUCH APPRECIATED! Again, we cannot suggest it strong enough STAY HOME!! This is nothing to mess with! Many have the attitude or say it’s just ONE HORSE….really? What if it were just YOUR HORSE? WE need to show compassion, support and above all that we care…..please consider keeping this situation in your thoughts and prayers over the next several days! I know the family see’s our posts…
Here is the official post from State Vet:
STATE VETERINARIAN'S OFFICE - EHV-1 Update in ColoradoEHV-1 update as of 5/21/14: There are no new EHV-1 affected premises in Colorado. The quarantine is still in place at the affected stable in Rio Grande County. The Colorado Department of Agriculture has been notified that the second horse on the original EHV-1 premises that was considered a suspect case has now tested positive for EHV-1. Testing revealed that it was the wild-type virus. The horse is being monitored and under quarantine with no signs of neurological disease at this time.
No additional movement restrictions have been put in place for horses moving into or within Colorado. Horses moving into Colorado are required to have a certificate of veterinary inspection / health certificate issued within the last 30 days and a negative Equine Infectious Anemia test (Coggins Test) within 1 year. Specific horse events may require more recent health certificates and other requirements, so participants are encouraged to contact the event manager prior to leaving for equine events to get updated entry requirements.
Again, THANKS for the kind words about our posts! You made my night! :)
Thank you for the update Many prayers for all involved I truly wish everyone would just stay put for a little while | |
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EHV 1. More barrel horses.