Horses that could not be adopted were to be humanely euthanized. Because the death is often painful, such foals are often humanely euthanized once identified. These dogs are usually humanely euthanized because of the immense pain and suffering they face. Six animals died, four were euthanized. Barbaro was cremated shortly after he was euthanized. The animals had been euthanized after being removed from shelters in Northampton and Bertie counties. Affected dogs are often euthanized at an early stage to avoid suffering. Most animals are euthanized after being used in an experiment. Many dogs, including Toby, are subsequently euthanized. In the past, breeders often euthanized white puppies at birth. Thereafter, a team from USAMRIID euthanized the surviving monkeys, bringing the carcasses to Ft. The family adopts the dog, who would otherwise be euthanized for his disturbed behavior. In 2016, between 592,255 and 866,366 street dogs were euthanized in the US. In 2001, Affirmed was euthanized after falling seriously ill with laminitis, a circulatory hoof disease. The injury subsequently worsened and the bear was euthanized.