Recent News for Disaster Preparation
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USDA Seeks Comments on Animal Disease Traceability Rule
August 10, 2011
The USDA issued a proposed rule a proposed rule to establish regulations for improving livestock traceability.... Read More
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Be Prepared for Natural Disasters
July 08, 2011
Whether you are responsible for a barn full of horses or one beloved companion, this summer's harsh weather ... Read More
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Iris Scanning Aids in Horse Identification
June 22, 2011
Research has indicated that the horse's eye could be the most telling identifier.... Read More
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Hurricane Preparation Tips for Horse Owners
June 22, 2011
With the hurricane season upon us, it's important that horse owners ready themselves in advance for evacuation... Read More
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Plan Now for Natural Disasters
June 18, 2011
Planning ahead for natural disasters can increase your horse's chance for surviving the storm. ... Read More
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Thousands of Horses At Risk as Mississippi River Swells
May 13, 2011
As Mississippi River floodwaters rise, continuing to threaten parts of Mississippi and Louisiana, hundreds of ... Read More
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Still Little Information on Southern Tornadoes' Impact on Area Equines
April 29, 2011
More than 24 hours after the tornado outbreak touched the South, there was still little news about the twisters' impact on horses residing in the affected areas. ... Read More
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Too Early to Establish Impact of Southern Tornadoes on Horses
April 28, 2011
Something wicked this way came--a tornado outbreak involving more than 160 individual tornadoes, touching down from Mississippi all the up the East Coast. So far, at least 200 people are reported dead, the majority in Alabama. At present, the ... Read More
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AVMA: Disaster Plans Must Include Pets
March 23, 2011
As emergency crews respond to the tsunami crisis in Japan and flooding in California, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reminds pet owners via video to include pets and livestock in emergency plans. "Taking care of pets can be ... Read More
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LSU Receives Donation in Support of Disaster Management
February 04, 2011
The Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Veterinary Medicine has received a grant from the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) for $20,000 in support of a State/Regional Disaster Management Training Program. The $20,000 from the AVMF ... Read More
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The Jockey Club Reduces Price of Microchips
January 04, 2011
The Jockey Club has reduced the price of microchips for sale to interested owners and breeders by 50%, from $20 to $10 per chip. Introduced in March 2008, microchips are not currently a requirement for Thoroughbred registration with The Jockey Club ... Read More
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Search Under Way for Horse Lost in California Flood
December 28, 2010
A California man is hoping a tip will lead to the recovery of his horse that was lost when flooding caused by last week's heavy rains broke down the corral in which the animal was originally located.... Read More
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Plea Deal Offered in Florida Horse Poaching Case
September 09, 2010
Two Florida men accused of poaching two horses and butchering them for their meat will soon decide whether they will accept a plea deal in the case or go to trial for multiple felony charges. Miami-Dade County law enforcement authori... Read More
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Microchipping: High-Tech Horses
September 03, 2010
Vets say microchipping horses is a quick and simple procedure that provides safe, permanent identification. ... Read More
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FEI President: FEI Supports Animal Identification, Traceability
June 20, 2010
"As an industry and as an organization, we completely support the EU requirement for the now compulsory passports of all equines within the community and the introduction of mandatory microchipping," Princess Haya said.... Read More
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Horse Identification Riles Up Readers
February 25, 2010
More than 1,600 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, "Should some form of permanent identification be required for every horse in the United States?" <table align="right" bord... Read More
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AVMA Requests Stronger Disease Traceability System
February 11, 2010
In response to a statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has reaffirmed its call for a strong, national animal disease traceability program... Read More
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USDA to Revise Animal Disease Traceability Approach
February 08, 2010
The USDA will develop a new, flexible framework for animal disease traceability in the United States, and undertake several other actions to further strengthen its disease prevention and response capabilities said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vils... Read More
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Stolen Pinto Mare Found
January 11, 2010
Blue, a 5-year-old Pinto mare reported stolen in Iredell County, N.C., has been located and returned to her owners, CharlotteObserver.com reported.... Read More
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Pinto Mare Reported Stolen in North Carolina
January 10, 2010
Blue, a 5-year-Pinto mare, is missing and presumed stolen. On Dec. 29, 2009, her owners watered and fed the horses before dark and left them for the night. The next morning they discovered that Blue was missing, leaving the Daltons and their gr... Read More
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Local Stolen Horse, Suspicious Activity Alerts Coming Soon
November 20, 2009
Stolen Horse International is working to set up an early warning system so that owners and riders can be contacted with information about possible crimes in their area. The group sometimes receives reports of suspicious activity.... Read More
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Family that Returned Stolen Horse Gets Replacement
November 06, 2009
A 7-year-old girl who had to give up her horse when he was identified as stolen has found a new partner.... Read More
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Tips to Keep Your Horses Safe
November 03, 2009
Stolen Horse International has released the following tips to help secure your property and horses.... Read More
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Miami Trail Riders Find Butchered Horse
November 02, 2009
The number of horses apparently butchered for their meat in the Miami area since January rose to 21 on Saturday when trail riders discovered the remains of a Thoroughbred mare alongside a rural road in Miami-Dade County. In... Read More
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Man Charged in Barrel Horse Theft
September 30, 2009
A Fort Pierre, S.D., man faces multiple charges in connection with the theft of Dually, a champion barrel racing horse allegedly stolen from the Stanley County fairgrounds in July.... Read More
