The North Dakota Department of Agriculture (NDDA) has indicated three cases of non-neuropathogenic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) have been confirmed in Burleigh County thus far in 2014.

The affected horse is from Northern Virginia and was euthanized.

Fourteen horses are receiving rehabilitative care and another 18 await removal after authorities discovered the remains of 49 horses on a property in Pendleton County, Ky.

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In an April 3 statement, the Minnesota Board of Animal Health said a total of “seven Minnesota horses with neurologic signs have tested positive for EHV-1 infection (non-neuropathogenic strain).”

“Participation in one historically popular class, Amateur Versatility has been declining for the past decade. The tough decision was made to not offer Amateur Versatility in 2014. Versatility may return in future years. There is even discussion about bringing Open Versatility back to the Congress.”

Horses impacted by a mudslide that obliterated parts of Snohomish County in rural Washington state are being cared for by area volunteers.

“The most common way for EHV-1 to spread is by direct horse-to-horse contact but it can also spread through the air, contaminated equipment, clothing and hands; this certainly highlights the importance of practicing basic biosecurity practices,” said State Veterinarian, Dr. Keith Roehr.