The first equine case of West Nile Virus this year in Kentucky was confirmed June 27. A thoroughbred yearling died in Fayette County on June 4, even though the colt had received the recommended series of two vaccinations earlier this spring. A second equine death in Nelson County has also been attributed to the West Nile Virus. A third death, this time in Greenup Co, occurred July 29 and was recently confirmed. A 13-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse in Whitley Co. was also diagnosed with the disease in July, but has recovered. Last year six horses died of West Nile Virus in Kentucky. For more information on this potentially deadly mosquito-borne virus, visit the CDC's website. Feel free to share your ideas here about how to reduce the risk of infection for people and animals. Post Comment
