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Texas confirms contagious equine virus case in Parker County donkey
By Joseph Rowe at FOX 4 News 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 The Trophy Club
The confirmation of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County donkey has significant implications for horse owners in neighboring Trophy Club . Given the proximity of Parker County to Denton County, where Trophy Club is located, local horse owners should be vigilant in monitoring their animals for any signs of illness. The fact that the infected donkey was in a rescue facility suggests that horses in similar facilities or those that have recently been introduced to new environments may be at higher risk. As the investigation unfolds, Trophy Club residents who own horses or have frequent contact with them should take precautions to prevent the potential spread of the virus, including restricting contact between horses and donkeys and being aware of any unusual behavior or symptoms in their animals.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News 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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