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EHV-1 Equine Herpes Virus Outbreak Update
Reported this week in California: Three new cases of EHV – 1 (Equine Herpes Virus) were reported and confirmed this week, on January 13th, at a California barn in San Juan Capistrano. The infection is not thought to be show related and the barn is under quarantine. A fourth case is suspected (but not confirmed by this source) at a second location in Raleigh at a School of Veterinary Medicine. Folks are advised to watch their horses carefully for any possible symptoms and be aware of contact with other horses and barns. It is not advisable to admit any horses of unknown previous origin into your facility or to have contact with outside animals (i.e. avoid contact with other unfamiliar horses on trail rides, at commuter barns, etc.) Below you’ll find a recap of a previous post with information on EHV-1. As with all health alerts, if you are unsure or have questions, be sure to contact your veterinarian.
- EHV-1 Outbreak Virus Alert
The least you need to know:
- EHV 1 or Equine Herpes Virus is a long existing viral infection that, when an outbreak occurs is very contagious and easily spread.
- Spread by a variety of means: Airborn, close contact, via handler’s clothing, shared stalls/feed/grounds
- It it not known to infect humans
- It can cause multiple forms of disease in horses (4 types) but respiratory is the most common
- Symptoms: High Fever, Lethargy, Runny Nose (clear), Difficulty Standing, Neurological Effects
- Many horses develop respiratory symptoms and eventually recover
- When the disease crossed into the central nervous system the results are disastrous and deadly
- There is no known vaccine against EHV-1 and only supportive care treatment for those infected
- Current recommendation is to keep horses home, move only in emergency and avoid transport from one facility to another
- If you have been to a barn today DO NOT go to another as you may transmit the virus on your person.
The bottom line here is that this disease is a rapid spread and rapid fizzle virus with a high morbidity and mortality rate. Evaluate your plans carefully for where and when you are traveling and working with your horse.
Further Information:
Current Disease Origin – Canada
Largest Recent Outbreak Source – National Cutting Horse Association’s Western National Championships in Ogden, Utah
Current States with Identified Cases: Alberta Canada, California, Colorado, Utah, Washington
Resource Links:
UC Davis link http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/ceh/ehv1_general.cfm
- EHV – 1 Virus
**If you have updated information or suggested resource links, please submit them for posting asap
Cremello Lusitano Caetano at 4 years of Age
Here’s an update for those of you interested in our Cremello Lusitano Stallion, Caetano. As many of you are aware, he recently turned 4 years old and looks quite a bit different from his “teenager” look as a 3 year old! While he still has a way to go, he is definitely filling out and growing up. Please see his page for many more updated photos and soon a few new videos:
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- Cremello Lusitano Stallion Caetano
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- Beautiful Lusitano Neck
Cremello Lusitano Stallion for Sale
Cremello Lusitano for sale
Caetano is a very special young Lusitano stallion with lovely movement, extension, long neck and legs, short back and that long sought double dilute color (e/e, A/a, Cr/Cr). Out of 2 PSL, 16.1hh Brazilian parents, he throws the creme gene producing Palomino, Buckskin, Smokey Black, and Creme foals when bred to Bay, Black or other dilute mares. He is genetically tested to produce color. Topping it all off, this stallion has shine like no other. He is currently under saddle and doing very well with lovely suspension (walk, trot, canter) and interest in his work. On the ground, he loves to be with people and is very playful, but is “all boy” and insists on being the center of attention – he is not for the timid. He is a rare jewel that will be a plus for any breeding program and a future show ring jaw dropper. Please enjoy videos, pictures and bloodlines on his page: http://www.cremellolusitano.com
Buyer must agree to complete currently contracted (paid in full) breedings by transporting to vet for collection when necessary. Future breedings list included with additional breeding requests. He has only been bred A.I. at this point with no live cover.
Now offered for sale to approved home only. $39,000 USD or best offer. REDUCED TO $30,000 USD! Click here to contact us
Sire: Tufao Interagro (PSL) X Dam: Xarola do Vouga (PSL)
The Wonders of the IALHA Andalusian Stallion Service Auction
Breeding season is upon us!!! Now that I have your attention, I just wanted to answer a question someone asked me the other day about one of my stallions and the International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association: They had contacted me about a breeding to one of my younger stallions debuting this year. In the course of the conversation I mentioned that they could either contract through me directly, or they could bid on a breeding from him through the stallion auction at the IALHA. They asked why in the world would I DONATE a breeding when they were perfectly willing to pay me directly – in other words, “what does the stallion owner get out of it”. I have to say, when I donated, I really didn’t know (since I’m pretty new to this scene) but I was quite surprised! Sure, I didn’t get the stud fee, but what I did get was a ton of inquiries from people who didn’t previously even know my stallion existed. Not only did they bid, but they came back to me for breedings after the auction closed. Then there are the promotional materials and the golden child, “Word of Mouth” which as we all know, counts for everything. Now, of course everyone has been asking me for the final bidding results; who out there knows them?? Please respond if you do and we’ll be thrilled to post!
Lusitano Collection 2011 Auction Prices
Dear Lusitano, Andalusian, Friesian and all horse lovers,
As we have been posting; some of us were not lucky enough to be part of the Lusitano Collection Auction in Florida for 2011 and would very much like to see the results. If you attended the auction and can give us a first-hand account of the auction itself and the winning bids, we would be thrilled. All of us dressage and horse lovers would be grateful to live vicariously on this one. Please respond asap and we will post your response.
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Cremello Lusitano Stallion For Sale! Our Double Dilute Iberian is Available to an Approved Home
See pictures and videos of our rare 3 year old cremello Lusitano stallion by going directly to his page at http://www.cremellolusitano.com
We are offering this fantastic breeding and dressage prospect for a limited time to the right home only. Caetano is a gorgeous boy with a nice build, head, long neck and fantastic suspension in his gaits. Though negative for the pearl gene, he has an incredible and unusually shiny coat which seems to have come from his sire Tufao Interagro (now deceased). His bloodlines carry many champions and his potential is great. Broke to ride, this boy should be ready for revision next year with the proper continued training. Take a look and enjoy! He will continue standing at stud until sold. Serious inquiries only as this boy will require an experienced handler and trainer. Now offered at $30,000.00 USD with private treaty.
http://www.dreamfriesians.com
Cremello Lusitano for Sale
Welcome to the new Dream Friesians blog!
Welcome to the new Dream Friesians website + blog. Here we will share industry news, valuable resources and Dream Friesians updates!