According to recent news reports 21 out of the 80 horses in the University of Connecticut herd are now affected with EHV. Five of the horses are showing neurological signs. None have been euthanized and all are expected to recover.

From UConn’s recent press release regarding EHV: “Some of the horses that are ill at the UCONN facility have exhibited fever and respiratory disease and some have exhibited the neurological form of the disease. Affected horses are being tested and treated to minimize discomfort. In the meantime, the stables are being sanitized regularly and coursework directly involving the horses, polo practice and other activities has been temporarily suspended.”

As a replacement for The Connecticut Horse Symposium held annually by UConn and canceled in light of the EHV outbreak, UConn will be hosting a conference on Saturday, March 24th entitled “New England Conference on Equine Health and Management”. The conference will focus on biosecurity measures, disease prevention, and management practices for horse owners. It will take place at the Ratcliffe Hicks Arena on the University of Connecticut campus and will cost $5. Click here for more information.

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