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Health
Disease Confirmed as Cause of Recent Pony Deaths
✍️ The Sangai Express
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 07:32 AM
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Veterinary officials have confirmed that a disease was responsible for the recent deaths of ponies in the region.
Veterinary officials have confirmed that a disease was the cause of the recent deaths of ponies in the region.
The outbreak was first reported earlier this month, with several ponies showing symptoms of illness.
Laboratory tests conducted at the regional veterinary diagnostic centre identified the disease as a contagious condition affecting equines.
Authorities have issued advisories to horse owners and are conducting investigations to prevent further spread.
Veterinary experts are urging owners to monitor their animals and seek immediate treatment if symptoms appear.
The outbreak was first reported earlier this month, with several ponies showing symptoms of illness.
Laboratory tests conducted at the regional veterinary diagnostic centre identified the disease as a contagious condition affecting equines.
Authorities have issued advisories to horse owners and are conducting investigations to prevent further spread.
Veterinary experts are urging owners to monitor their animals and seek immediate treatment if symptoms appear.