Equine Piroplasmosis Confirmed in a Lubbock County Horse
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of equine piroplasmosis (EP) in a Lubbock County Quarter Horse. This is the first confirmed case of EP in Texas this year
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of equine piroplasmosis (EP) in a Lubbock County Quarter Horse. This is the first confirmed case of EP in Texas this year
The release said equine piroplasmosis is a blood parasite that affects horses. It can be transmitted through infected ticks but is more commonly spread by blood and blood products through shared needles or syringes, or improperly cleaned and disinfected dental, tattoo, surgical or blood product equipment.
Presidio, Texas – 10 adult horses and four yearlings seized by Border Patrol agents south of El Paso and tested in Presidio have tested positive for Equine Piroplasmosis (EP).