Vets warn of ‘multiple’ deaths in equine grass sickness outbreak

In some parts of the UK it has been estimated that approximately one in 200 horses of all breeds die annually from the disease (PA) - (PA Archive)

A vet in Dumfries and Galloway has reported an outbreak of equine grass sickness, saying it has already led to “multiple losses” of animals in the area.

Machars Veterinary Services, based in Wigtown, said this year’s “unusual weather conditions” may have contributed to the outbreak, and urged horse owners to familiarise themselves with the condition.