Greenwich horse is positive for West Nile virus

A 25-year-old miniature horse from Greenwich recovers after testing positive for West Nile virus.

The State Department of Agriculture recently announced that the Greenwich Horse and an 18 year old horse from Glastonbury were the first cases of animals infected with West Nile virus this year.

While the Greenwich horse was being treated and recovering, the state of Glastonbury's horse continued to deteriorate and the vet humiliated him.

By the end of August, the Greenwich horse had an abnormal gait and its owner observed that the Glastonbury horse was lethargic and was not eating. Diagnostic samples were collected and submitted by the veterinarian and found positive for West Nile virus infection.

Both horses had no recent history of vaccination or WNV removal.

Since 2001, a WNV vaccine for horses has been available from licensed veterinarians.

"Horse owners should review their pets' vaccination records with their veterinarians to ensure that WNV vaccinations and equine encephalomyelitis are common and that their horses are protected during the mosquito season." in one version.

"Vaccination is the best way to protect your horse."

Lis says that horses are the pets most likely to be infected with the virus. Neurological diseases of domestic animals, such as WNV and EEE, must be reported to the state veterinarian.

On Thursday, the state's Department of Public Health reported five new cases of West Nile virus among state residents in the cities of Stamford, Norwalk, Dambury, Westbrook, and Thompson. The total cases of the state this season is 15.

The department said hot weather is expected this weekend and many Connecticut residents will enjoy country fairs, family gatherings and other events, especially in the early evening, when mosquitoes are the most assets.

"Please, take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. An infection with WNV is preventable, "he said.