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Wrangler Rodeo Faces Major Changes Amid EHV-1 Outbreak
12/13/2025
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Story summary
- The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas faced significant changes due to an outbreak of equine herpesvirus 1 (EHV-1).
- Riders participated in the grand entry without their horses as health measures were enforced.
- Nevada implemented entry permits and health inspections for horses.
- Rodeo organizers enforced additional restrictions to prevent virus spread.
- Fewer horses attended, which impacted profits.
