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Turepu wants proof of pet death cause

Saturday 28 May 2016 | Published in Local

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Turepu wants proof of pet death cause
With a spate of recent dog deaths on the island, the Ministry of Agriculture has asked the Esther Honey clinic to provide evidence that the animals may have been killed by the weedkiller Paraquat. In the meantime, animal welfare organisations are advising pet owners to keep a close eye on their dogs. 16052751

AGRICULTURE Minister Kiriau Turepu has asked the Esther Honey Foundation to provide his ministry with evidence as to how the alleged weed killer paraquat (Gramoxone) leads to animal poisoning.

AGRICULTURE Minister Kiriau Turepu has asked the Esther Honey Foundation to provide his ministry with evidence as to how the alleged weed killer paraquat (Gramoxone) leads to animal poisoning.


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