Horse Health & Welfare

Hendra Virus Update 7 July 2011

BIOSECURITY BULLETIN
…important biosecurity updates for NSW
www.dpi.nsw.gov.au
7 July 2011
Hendra virus confirmed at Macksville
A horse from a property near Macksville on the NSW Mid Coast was confirmed to be infected with Hendra
virus on 6 July 2011.
The dead horse and its companion were sampled by a government veterinarian. The second horse tested
negative for Hendra.
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Ringworm Alert June 2010

URGENT ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS
DO NOT BRING HORSES WITH RINGWORM TO CARNIVALS
The NSWPA Board has issued the following notice to all members.
“If a horse has or has had a infectious disease a Vet’s clearance certificate must supplied before the horse can participate in Polocrosse activities.
This is an addendum to Rule 2 C Page 35 in the [...]

Horse Welfare Alert June 2010

The NSWPA Horse Welfare Officers have asked to draw your attention to the Code of Practice for Horse Welfare
Please note in particular
6. Horses’ tails shall be plaited, and be fastened in a manner such, as to ensure they do not come undone during play. No tape to be used.

Strangles Outbreak May 2010

There has been an outbreak of strangles at Albion Park, Corrimal, Brownsville and West Dapto areas.
This is an endemic disease but if you suspect your horse may have it you should contact your vet as it is notifiable to DPI.
There is a vaccine available from local stock suppliers.
This will not cover all strains of the [...]