By Anita Prowse
The big news this last week in the horse world has of course been the ongoing investigations into horse deaths in different parts of the state.
Thankfully, contagious infections such as Hendra and Anthrax have been ruled out and at time of this article, there are no restrictions on movement or competitions.
People are obviously still cautious as no definitive answers have come to light as yet, and Agriculture Victoria along with local vets are still testing and trying to tie the cases together,
As has been vastly publicised, any horses with symptoms of high temperature, colic, diarrhoea etc, please call your local Vet, they will advise if the case needs reporting.
Report the incident to Agriculture Victoria’s emergency animal disease hotline on 1800 675 888
In happier news, the Melbourne Trail Horse Riders Club are running a ride from Wesburn Park over Little Joe and along to the Launch Pub for lunch, returning along the Rail Trail. Any members of ATHRA or those who purchase a day membership insurance are welcome to participate, contact Sue from Melbourne THRC.
