Diseased animal reporting

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Information concerning the spread of this disease:

• 2007: EHD confirmed in 36 counties and suspected in an additional 23 counties. Total Probability: 59

• 2012: EHD confirmed in 29 counties and suspected in an additional 38 counties. Total Probability: 57

• 2020: Look to the state map on this page

Outward signs of EHD include:

• Loss of it appetite and wariness.

• Swelling around the head and neck.

• Dehydration and weakness.

• Increased respiration rate.

• Excessive salivation.

• Rosy or bluish color of mouth and tongue.

Indiana DNR will conduct targeted surveillance of deer if there is a high fluctuation of reporting. If lesions are found, it is your right and your duty as a hunter to contact an Indiana State Board of Animal Health Veterinarian by calling 877-747-3038 or visit boah.IN.gov

If you would like a direct contact:

Nancy Boedeker, Wildlife Veterinarian 317-234-9617

An animal infected with CWD may not show warning signs until the later stages of the disease. Deer showing signs of CWD appear emaciated, exhibit abnormal behavior such as staggering or standing with poor posture, salivate excessively, very thin body structure, and look malnutrition, or carry their head and ears lower than a normal whitetail.

Currently, there has never been a verified or certified case of CWD within the State of Indiana.