Saturday, March 24, 2012

Keep Your Horse Safe during Severe Weather - HorseChannel.com

Keep Your Horse Safe during Severe Weather - HorseChannel.com

Know the best ways to prevent equine injury during thunderstorms, rain and heavy wind.
From the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University
March 24, 2012



Severe weather can be a troubling event, especially when there are animals whose welfare and comfort is of concern as well. Small pets can usually take cover with their owners, but what precautions can an owner take for larger animals such as horses?

"The first step in protecting your horses and other livestock from severe weather is to realize what the severe weather risks are in your area," says Dr. Brandon Dominguez, clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) & Biomedical Sciences and member of the CVM Veterinary Emergency Team. "For many areas, springtime brings threats of severe thunderstorms, lightning, flash floods, and tornadoes."

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