Alabama Barn Fire Kills Tennessee Walking Horses
Pat Raia
September 6, 2017
An early morning barn fire claimed the lives of more than 20 show horses in Alabama earlier this week.
An early morning barn fire claimed the lives of more than 20 show horses in Alabama earlier this week.
The unvaccinated 5-year-old mare from Cumberland County died Aug. 28.
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Of the 263 respondents, 137 (52%) said they have an evacuation plan for their horses in case of a natural disaster.
Officials are seeking opinions on the possible introduction of mandatory identification for horses in that state.
Two researchers with laminitis-related projects received funding.
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The 26-year-old Thoroughbred gelding, who resided at Old Friends, was euthanized Aug. 31 due to chronic laminitis.
One horse is located in Finney County and the other is located in Kearny County; both premises are under quarantine.
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The events, covering a variety of topics, will take place around Tennessee throughout September and October.
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Both affected horses are from the same Polk County farm, which is now under a voluntary quarantine.
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