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Young horse died from mosquito-borne EEE illness

Submitted by Kim Kopka Ratcliff, News Anchor, Carolina in the Morning
Tuesday, July 31st, 2012, 11:33am
Young horse died from mosquito-borne EEE illness

BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Health departments across the state are sending warnings about Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The viral illness is transmitted by mosquitoes and can be deadly to humans and animals.

There have been seven EEE cases in North Carolina animals so far in 2012. One of the most recent was a 2 ½ year old Mini horse mare in Bladen County, according to Bladen Online. The horse was reportedly found lying down and unable to get up on July 18 and was euthanized later that day.

Animals can be vaccinated to prevent EEE. This horse had not been vaccinated.

The best defense for humans is by preventing mosquito bites.

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Rabies vaccines available at pet wellness event

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer
Friday, May 11th, 2012, 9:26am
Rabies vaccines available at pet wellness event

BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WECT) – A rabies and pet wellness event will take place Saturday in Elizabethtown.

Vaccines will be given for $6 each at the Elizabethtown Veterinary Hospital, located at 4629 U.S. Hwy. 701 South, according to the Elizabethtown-White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.

The event will take place between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. on May 12.

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Bladen County Animal Shelter hosting adopt-a-thon

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Thursday, May 10th, 2012, 7:00am
Bladen County Animal Shelter hosting adopt-a-thon

BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WECT) – If you or your family are looking for a new furry friend to adopt, you're in luck. An adopt-a-thon will be held at Bladen County Animal Shelter on Saturday, May 12 from 11 a.m. until to 4 p.m., according to a press release from a county spokesperson.

People from pet groups and businesses, including a dog trainer, will be at the event to answer questions about animal care.

For cats and dogs two years and older, there will be no adoption fee.

All other animals will come with a $15 adoption fee. Additionally, those who choose to adopt from the shelter that day will be required to purchase a $6 rabies vaccination at the clinic.

Microchipping will be available for $35, and Dr. Douglas A. Gensel will perform the procedure and answer questions about other services offered.

The shelter is located at 506 Smith Circle in Elizabethtown.

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Bladen County Animal Shelter hosting adopt-a-thon

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012, 1:57pm
Bladen County Animal Shelter hosting adopt-a-thon

BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WECT) – An adopt-a-thon will be held at Bladen County Animal Shelter on Saturday, May 12 from 11 a.m. until to 4 p.m., according to a press release from a county spokesperson.

People from pet groups and businesses, including a dog trainer, will be at the event to answer questions about animal care.

For cats and dogs two years and older, there will be no adoption fee.

All other animals will come with a $15 adoption fee. Additionally, those who choose to adopt from the shelter that day will be required to purchase a $6 rabies vaccination at the clinic.

Microchipping will be available for $35, and Dr. Douglas A. Gensel will perform the procedure and answer questions about other services offered.

The shelter is located at 506 Smith Circle in Elizabethtown.

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Rabies, pet wellness event planned in Elizabethtown

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012, 3:26pm
Rabies, pet wellness event planned in Elizabethtown

BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WECT) – A rabies and pet wellness event will take place next Saturday in Elizabethtown.

Vaccines will be given for $6 each at the Elizabethtown Veterinary Hospital, located at 4629 U.S. Hwy. 701 South, according to the Elizabethtown-White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.

The event will take place between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. on May 12.

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Five rabies clinics scheduled for Saturday in Bladen Co.

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer
Friday, April 13th, 2012, 8:24am
Five rabies clinics scheduled for Saturday in Bladen Co.

BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Five different rabies clinics will take place in Bladen County on Saturday, April 14.

Here is a list of the times and locations:

  • Elizabethtown Township, Elizabethtown Veterinary Hospital, 12:30 until 3:30 p.m.
  • Abbottsburg Township, Abbottsburg Post Office, 9:30 until 10 a.m.
  • Bladenboro Township, Spaulding/Monroe on Hwy. 211, 10:20 until 10:50 a.m.
  • Hickory Grove Township, Butters Baptist Church, 11:10 until 11:40 a.m.
  • Bladenboro Township, Bladenboro Historical Building, 12 until 12:30 p.m.

The cost for the rabies shot, which can be given to dogs and cats, is $6 per pet.

In Bladen County, the owners of dogs and cats that have not been vaccinated are subject to a civil penalty in the amount of $200.

Other rabies clinics are scheduled for May 12, June 16 and July 14.

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Five rabies clinics planned for next Saturday in Bladen Co.

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer
Thursday, April 5th, 2012, 11:24am
Five rabies clinics planned for next Saturday in Bladen Co.

BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Five different rabies clinics will take place in Bladen County on Saturday, April 14.

Here is a list of the times and locations:

  • Elizabethtown Township, Elizabethtown Veterinary Hospital, 12:30 until 3:30 p.m.
  • Abbottsburg Township, Abbottsburg Post Office, 9:30 until 10 a.m.
  • Bladenboro Township, Spaulding/Monroe on Hwy. 211, 10:20 until 10:50 a.m.
  • Hickory Grove Township, Butters Baptist Church, 11:10 until 11:40 a.m.
  • Bladenboro Township, Bladenboro Historical Building, 12 until 12:30 p.m.

The cost for the rabies shot, which can be given to dogs and cats, is $6 per pet.

In Bladen County, the owners of dogs and cats that have not been vaccinated are subject to a civil penalty in the amount of $200.

Other rabies clinics are scheduled for May 12, June 16 and July 14.

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