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Strangles
Strangles is an acute contagious disease that affects horses. It is caused by the bacterium Streptococcus Equi.
Symptoms:
Acute inflammation of the respiratory tract.
Elevated body temperature.
Abscess formation in the lymph nodes of the upper respiratory tract.
Susceptible Animals:
The disease primarily affects horses, especially foals aged two months and older. It rarely affects horses over five years of age.
Modes of Transmission:
Infection may spread through direct contact between infected and healthy horses, or indirectly through contaminated grooming tools and daily care equipment.
Prevention Measures:
Avoiding the introduction of new horses unless their health status is confirmed.
Preventing the spread of infection by isolating infected horses and disinfecting stables.