In response to the smoke and ash from the Arizona Wallow Fire, the New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association would like to issue a smoke advisory for pets and livestock. Keeping pets inside when possible and restricting exercise is advised. Smoke is a complex mixture of many potentially harmful substances and prolonged exposure increases the risks of respiratory damage. Animals compromised by age, obesity, or chronic respiratory disease should be monitored closely.
Continue ReadingIn the case of a natural disaster emergency such as fire or flood you should all have a plan in mind for what to do with your horses. This includes where to bring them, how to get them there, what to have with you when you take them, etc.
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