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Texas confirms contagious equine virus case in Parker County donkey
By Joseph Rowe at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Texas animal health officials have confirmed a case of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County rescue donkey, prompting an ongoing investigation and warnings for horse owners to monitor their animals.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The confirmation of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County donkey raises concerns for horse owners in neighboring Tarrant County, including Southlake . Given the proximity of Parker County to Southlake, local equestrians should be vigilant in monitoring their animals for signs of illness. Southlake's own equine community, with its numerous horse farms and trails, could be at risk if the virus were to spread. As the investigation unfolds, Southlake residents who own horses or participate in equestrian activities should take precautions to prevent the potential spread of the disease, such as restricting contact between their horses and those from other farms. The city's parks and trails, which are popular among horseback riders, may also need to be monitored for any signs of the virus.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Texas animal health officials have confirmed a case of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County rescue donkey, prompting an ongoing investigation and warnings for horse owners to monitor their animals.
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