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yes, Equine Protozal Myelitis is a "bug" that can be passed.
Mark Greenholt
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∙ 9y agoOpossum urine and droppings can transmit Equine Protozoal Myeloencephilitis (EPM) to horses. Symptoms include seizures, weakness, ataxia, difficult to swallow, eat, and breathe. Sometimes it can even lead to coma and death.
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∙ 15y agorabid possums are
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Are all dangerous horses?
Not all horses are dangerous. In fact, most horses are kind, unless you get on their nerves.
Do horses ever actually fully recover from possums disease?
If by "possums disease" you mean Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis, the answer is a few horses will, but these were the minimally affected horses. Severely affected horses (ie, those that are having difficulty walking or standing) generally do not recover fully and many are euthanized for humane reasons when they become infected.
What is position to horses?
Ragwort is poisonous to horses it is very dangerous
Is it dangerous for horses to wear back shoes while out to pasture with other horses?
This is no more dangerous than if the horse is barefoot.
What does the poison used to kill possums contain?
The poison used to kill possums has arsenic in it. It can also contain cyanide, ethylene glycol, and several other dangerous chemicals that are used to kill the animal.
What are the seven placental mammals?
Humans, dogs, pigs, cows, horses, dolphins, possums, and elephants are all placental mammals but there are others as well.
Is floating a horses teeth dangerous?
Float a horses teeth at ANY time of year if it is determined to be necessary by a qualified equine veterinarian or dentist. Float a horses teeth at ANY time of year if it is determined to be necessary by a qualified equine veterinarian or dentist.
What is a possum called when there is 2?
possums
What is the most dangerous animal in the Zambezi river?
Hippopotamus
Are possums blind?
Possums are not blind.
Is knapweed safe for horses?
No. It is a very dangerous and poisonous plant for horses that can give a horse colic or even result in death.
What eats possums?
Possums are eaten by snakes.
