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Horses can be sheltered at Delaware State Fairgrounds

Department of Agriculture | News | Date Posted: Saturday, October 27, 2012



DOVER — Horse owners may shelter their horses at the Delaware State Fairgrounds as Hurricane Sandy approaches, the Delaware Department of Agriculture has announced.

The Sussex Barn will be open for horses free of charge, but a limited number of stalls are available. Owners must supply feed, water, bedding, daily care and security. The fairgrounds assumes no liability.

Preparedness information for livestock and pet owners is available at the Department of Agriculture’s website.

Contact:
Dan Shortridge
Chief of Community Relations
Delaware Department of Agriculture
O: 302-698-4520
C: 302-242-4092

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Horses can be sheltered at Delaware State Fairgrounds

Department of Agriculture | News | Date Posted: Saturday, October 27, 2012



DOVER — Horse owners may shelter their horses at the Delaware State Fairgrounds as Hurricane Sandy approaches, the Delaware Department of Agriculture has announced.

The Sussex Barn will be open for horses free of charge, but a limited number of stalls are available. Owners must supply feed, water, bedding, daily care and security. The fairgrounds assumes no liability.

Preparedness information for livestock and pet owners is available at the Department of Agriculture’s website.

Contact:
Dan Shortridge
Chief of Community Relations
Delaware Department of Agriculture
O: 302-698-4520
C: 302-242-4092

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