The article refutes rumors of a foot and mouth disease outbreak in the Pavlodar region of Kazakhstan, stating that sick animals are actually suffering from pasteurellosis. This condition, which causes symptoms such as fever, loss of appetite, and difficulty breathing, is spread through contact with sick animals or their contaminated environment. Despite the misinformation, the local authorities assure that the epizootic situation is under control and no mass animal deaths have been recorded. Treatment involves administering hyperimmune serum and antibiotics.