Tag Archive for PRO/AH/EDR> West Nile virus (12): Americas (Canada) horses
PRO/AH/EDR> West Nile virus (12): Americas (Canada) horses
West Nile Virus -- CanadaWest Nile virus is becoming a more serious issue in horses; rates are rising in Alberta, and 1/3rd of the horses which become infected will die.But there is a way to protect your horses, said veterinarian Melissa Smith of West Wind Veterinary Hospital in Sherwood Park."There are vaccines available for West Nile," she said. "It is one we consider a core vaccination for horses. We know any horse can be exposed, and it is a disease seen in our area, and it can have severe consequences Read more [...]
