Equine Rabies Reported in Florida
The Horse Staff
March 8, 2016
This is Florida’s first reported equine rabies case of 2016.
This is Florida’s first reported equine rabies case of 2016.
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Rabies is a severe, life-threatening neurologic disease that can affect all mammals, including horses, dogs, cats, skunks, wolves, foxes, raccoons, and bats. Download this free fact sheet to learn what steps you can take to protect your horse.
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