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The multi-state Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) outbreak is reaching its conclusion. The single EHV-1 positive horse in Colorado has made a full recovery and was released from quarantine on December 11, 2025. Additionally, after a period of close monitoring ensuring no new cases of illness, all hold orders for Colorado horses exposed at the Texas and Oklahoma events were released on December 10, 2025. We encourage owners to remain cautious, especially during out-of-state travel and at commingling events.

For a comprehensive resource of general guidelines and best practices, visit the EHV/EHM webpage at https://ag.colorado.gov/animal-health/reportable-diseases/equine-neurologic-disease/equine-herpes-virus-outbreak 

If you weren't able to join the live EHV-1 Updates webinar last night, be sure to take advantage of our on-demand recording. Please remember that the situation is evolving rapidly and the best place to get up-to-date information is the Equine Disease Communication Center's website, or ask your local veterinarian!

You can find the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XzuuYmIEQY

Thank you to our speakers for joining us and providing all of this invaluable information.

In light of the current EHV-1 outbreak, the AAEP and the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) have organized a horse owner education webinar to bring you the most up to date information on this issue.

Next Tuesday, join specialists Lewis R. “Bud” Dinges (Texas Animal Health Commission Executive Director and Texas State Veterinarian), Dr. Krista Estell (AAEP/EDCC) and Dr. Katie Flynn (USEF) for an informative discussion about what EHV-1 is, how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to prevent its spread.

This webinar is FREE, but registration is required. Register here: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AnIoJrASj0vuX7Q_K87mKEjg5bxeMAkqp7fpSoOgVtVm_Zgo1g5m~AiiV7ZQ3bbmlEW2iSkeRTSAfMCYf2QhFMoprr7WRbM_MsiJRcBGT1oLj0Q

*PLEASE NOTE: the attendee limit for this session is capped at 1,000. However, all who register will be emailed a link to an on-demand recording that will become available 24 hours after the live session ends.

Good information about the disease responsible for an outbreak in TX and OK. Stay safe!!

What is Equine Herpesvirus (EHV)?

You've probably heard it called Rhinopneumonitis, a respiratory tract disease that results in "snotty noses," but EHV is more than that. Depending on the strain, this virus can also cause abortion in broodmares, and equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy (EHM) — the often-deadly neurologic form of the disease.

Because EHV is endemic in many equine populations, most mature horses have developed some immunity through repeated natural infection. However, they remain a source of infection for other susceptible horses, like weaned foals and yearlings, who usually display symptoms of the respiratory form of the disease in autumn and winter. Performance and show horses are also more vulnerable to the disease, as they commingle with unfamiliar equines in close quarters while under stress from travel and competition.

Proper biosecurity protocols can help reduce EHV outbreaks and other disease transmission. A variety of vaccines are also available for protection against both the respiratory and abortive form of the disease, but there is no equine licensed vaccine at this time that has a label claim for protection against the neurologic form (EHM).

Consult your primary equine veterinarian to learn more about this disease and work with them to determine the optimal vaccine protocol for your horses.

You can learn more about all three forms on the Equine Disease Communication Center's website here: https://equinediseasecc.org/infectious-diseases

And I want to be clear: it is ok to be upset with a vet staff, it is NOT ok to be abusive. If a mistake happens or the vet staff messes up, anger towards the staff can be justified. When I say terrible pet owner, I mean the people who can’t control their emotions, or are unjustifiably abusive towards a veterinary staff even though the staff did absolutely nothing wrong. #reels #reality #petlover #catlover #doglover #vet #vets #vetsofinstagram

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It’s that time of year when social media fills with posts from horse owners in financial crisis—often blaming vets for the cost of care. But here’s the truth: your vet didn’t ask you to own horses. That decision was yours. Raising foals and keeping horses healthy is expensive—especially this time of year when infections, ortho issues, unpredictable weather, and emergencies spike.

Vets aren’t villains. They’re overworked professionals in a field with a national shortage—especially in large animal care. They didn’t choose this job to “steal your money”; they chose it because they care.

It’s your responsibility to plan ahead—whether that’s insurance, an emergency fund, or just realistic budgeting. Your vet isn’t the reason you’re struggling—lack of preparation is. Let’s stop the blame and start taking ownership.

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