b"Vet continued from page 5should be submitted to maximize the likelihood of aInfections other than EHV-1 can also spread by correct diagnosis. Blood samples should be collectedhorse-to-horse contact, so keeping a horse with a two to three weeks apart for levels of antibodies specificfever isolated is a very good practice in any case. to EHV-1. However, any horse returning from any event should be isolated to prevent the spread of any infectious TREATMENT FOR EHM disease whether or not there is a fever. Owners Treatment is primarily supportive. This includesshould call their veterinarian to discuss how long anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant drugs andto keep the horses isolated at home, but even if intravenous fluids if the horse is having troublethey don't develop fevers this should be at least 21 drinking. Nursing care is also extremely important ifdays. These horses should have their temperature the horse is unable to rise. Antibiotics are not effectivetaken twice a day and recorded, as elevation in body but can be used if there is a secondary bacterialtemperature is typically the first and most common infection. Antiviral drugs such as valacyclovir maysign of infection. Horses with elevated temperatures prevent infection in exposed horses if given before the(101.5 degrees or greater) should have nasal swabs onset of fever. and blood drawn by your veterinarian. If a horse develops a fever and is found to be shedding EHV-1 VACCINATION then the level of risk to other horses on the premises While there are several vaccines available that provideincreases significantly. protection against respiratory disease and abortion, none is labeled for protection against the neurologicBiosecurity means doing everything you can to form and there is no evidence for such protection.The use of vaccination is, therefore, a risk-basedreduce the chances of an infectious disease being More research is needed to identify a vaccine thatdecision. Speak with your vet regarding vaccinating. carried onto your property by people, animals, may prevent this form of the disease. Some of theequipment, or vehicles, either accidentally or on EHV-1 vaccines have been shown to reduce nasalThe EHV-1 virus is a normally occurring virus foundpurpose. Anything that touches an infected horse or shedding and, in some cases, reduce viremia which isin the equine population. All of the reasons whysheds secretions from sick horses has the potential to a condition where the virus enters the bloodstream.EHV-1 causes severe neurological signs in sometransfer pathogens to other horses. You are the best horses are not fully understood. If you are traveling toprotection your horses have. Implementing routine biosecurity practices is the bestan event, contact your veterinarian well in advance of way to minimize viral spread, and the best way tothe departure date to verify what testing is required.Stay informed through the Equinecontrol the disease is to prevent it. If a horse has beenInterstate travel may have different requirements andDisease Communication Center at previously vaccinated against EHV-1, the boosterthese requirements may vary for each equine eventEquineDiseaseCC.org/alertsvaccination could quickly increase immunity, andor venue. There is never an ALL CLEAR/NO RISK perhaps reduce the spread of EHV-1 if it is present.when horses commingle. Vaccination in these circumstances is controversial.Little Bighorn Native Capture Gun SOLD $42,500403 N. Florence St., Casa Grande, AZ 85122Huge Painting by Lane Timothy(520) 426-7702 Former Mexican President to FOR SALE $45,000 WesternTradingPost.com FOR SALE $20,000 Admiral Byrd Historical SaddleHow can we help you?Antique BuermannLone Mountain Snake Pattern SpursTurquoise Cluster Bracelet FOR SALE $3,500 FOR SALE $6,000Bronze by Dave McGary Old Gutierrez Spade Bit FOR SALE $12,500 FOR SALE $3,500Live Bidding Low FeesOnline Bidding Worldwide ShippingUpcoming Auctions: March 11, April 8, May 136 April 2023 Upcoming Auctions: Oct. 8th | Nov. 12th | Dec. 3rd"