Equine Innovators: West Nile Virus in HorsesRisks, Signs, and Prevention
In this episode of TheHorse.coms Equine Innovators, Dr. Sally DeNotta, a clinical associate professor in large animal clinical sciences at the University of Florida, describes West Nile virus in horses, explaining how the disease spreads, what signs to watch for, and why vaccination remains the most effective prevention tool. She also highlights how climate, mosquito control, and One Health surveillance efforts influence riskand why even experienced horse owners must stay vigilant year after year.The Equine Innovators podcast series is brought to you by Zoetis. You can find the Equine Innovators podcast on TheHorse.com, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many other podcast apps. Dont miss a single episode! Sign up now to receive email reminders from The Horse.Additional Reading:West Nile Virus in U.S. Horses (interactive feature)Core Vaccination: Protecting Horses From 5 Deadly DiseasesOlder Horses and Stallions at Increased WNV RiskEquine Disease Communication Center (EDCC)Disease Alerts on TheHorse.comAbout the Researcher:SallyAnne L. DeNotta, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, is a clinical associate professor in large animal clinical sciences at the University of Floridas College of Veterinary Medicine, in Gainesville. Her clinical and research interests include neonatology, neurology, infectious disease, hemostatic therapies, and colic.