The Camp Verde Marshal’s Office says the owner refused offers to move the horses to higher ground as floodwaters rose. Investigators say the owner also received repeated warnings about deteriorating weather conditions. Four horses were rescued, three were found dead, and four others remain missing and are presumed dead.
State agriculture officials confirmed the horse case about 45 miles from last week’s reported case in a dog. The domesticated horse has no history of travel, raising new concerns for animal owners in southern Arizona. Officials are establishing a 12-mile infested zone around the horse, restricting animals from leaving without approval from the state veterinarian.
It’s the cutest episode of Pets on Parade of the year – Halloween! From scaredy-cats to werewolf pups, this episode is sure to be all treats and no tricks with adorable pets looking for their forever homes. Visit azhumane.org to learn more about how you can help animals in need all year round!
Arizona officials say they are prepared after the state’s first confirmed New World screwworm case since 1966. A Cochise County dog tested positive for the parasite, which most often infects livestock but can also affect pets and, rarely, people. State and federal agencies are increasing animal monitoring and establishing an infested zone in Cochise County.
the Arizona Humane Society is halfway to its goal of 1,500 adoptions in the month of October! Find out how you can help homeless pets by adopting, fostering, donating and more! Visit azhumane.org to learn about how you can help the Valley’s most vulnerable pets.