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Wellington County, ON
Outbreak Identifier: 5565
Alert ID: 2964
April 14, 2023
Confirmed Case(s) - Voluntary Quarantine

OMAFRA

Number Confirmed: 1
Number Exposed: Unknown
Facility Type: Boarding Facility
Age: 22; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Mixed breed; Onset of Clinical Signs: 4/13/2023
Clinical Signs: On April 13, the gelding developed signs of vestibular disease and abnormal urination. He was referred to an equine hospital for assessment and treatment.  Confirmation Date: 4/13/2023; Horse Status: Affected And Alive
Comments: The facility owner is working with their veterinarian to implement voluntary movement restrictions and biosecurity protocols. For more information about EHM, go to: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/equine-herpesvirus