The distribution of neutralizing antibodies to bovine herpesvirus 1 (BHV 1) was studied in 21 beef and dairy cattle herds, in four different age groups. The results were analyzed and related with answers given to a questionnaire proposed to the farmers. The frequency rates of neutralizing antibodies for the BHV 1 were compared according to the dairy or beef herds and age of the animals. The animal husbandry and age influenced the distribution of neutralizing antibodies to this virus.
Cattle; herpesvirus; BHV 1; IBR; antibody; rhinotracheitis
