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Read MoreBiosecurity: what you need to know
The word biosecurity may sound complicated but in fact it is simply a set of management practices to help keep horses safe from disease. Putting a biosecurity plan into place really isn’t as challenging as it may sound.
It’s always best to apply biosecurity measures every day: waiting until an outbreak of any infectious disease such as EHV, flu or ringworm occurs is usually too late so it's far better to make biosecurity a part of your daily routine – it will soon become a habit and your horse will be much safer from disease as a result.
Follow these 12 biosecurity tips to reduce the risk of disease spread on your yard
References:
Anderson MN, 10 biosecurity tips from top equine health experts, The Horse. Available at
https://thehorse.com/117202/10-biosecurity-tips-from-top-equine-health-experts/ Accessed 08 June 2021
American Association of Equine Practitioners. Risk-Based Vaccination Guidelines. Available at: www.aaep.org/-i-166.html. Accessed June18, 2021:
Ivens P, Biosecurity in the equine setting, Veterinary Practice. Available at
https://veterinary-practice.com/article/biosecurity-in-the-equine-setting. Accessed 08 June 2021
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