Discussions about the welfare of our equine friends
This year’s “Mega-Makeover” will include cohorts from 2020 and 2021 after last year’s event was postponed due to the pandemic.
Researchers explored the bonds people have with their horses and how that affects care, ownership change, and end-of-life decisions.
Both horses are reported as recovering.
The mare’s vaccination history is unknown.
The positive horse was humanely euthanized.
The vaccination status of all three horses is unknown.
The most recent two affected horses were euthanized due to the severity of their clinical signs.
Nine horses in three counties are confirmed positive for West Nile virus.
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The horses reside at separate facilities in Pulaski County.
The affected horse was not vaccinated against the mosquito-borne disease.
Thirty-one horses were exposed and their Washington County facility is now under quarantine.
The unvaccinated mare was subsequently euthanized.
The affected horses reside in two different counties.
Researcher: As “sharper tools,” riders should use bits for communication with horses, not pain. Training the hands holding reins attached to the bit is important.
Three practitioners share advice on how to best care for your horses following a disaster.
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