Strangles Confirmed on 2 Ontario Horse Properties
Edited Press Release
April 11, 2025
The affected horses are located in Wellington County and the Regional Municipality of Halton.
Discussions about the welfare of our equine friends
The affected horses are located in Wellington County and the Regional Municipality of Halton.
The horse is located in Région de Gatineau and is currently recovering.
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The private farm in Wellington County is under voluntary quarantine.
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The Quarter Horse is one of 75 potentially exposed horses on the property.
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The Washington County horse had recently been purchased at auction.
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The gelding lives in Polk County.
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The facility is located in Rocky View County.
The foal lived in Macomb County.
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