Table of Contents

This FAAST Review has Three Short Sections:

Section 1 | Respiratory Diseases in Horses: Streptococcus equi

A Note on Respiratory Disease in Horses

Identifying Clinical Signs of Strangles

Treatment of Strangles

Transmission of Strangles

Prevention of Strangles

Section 2 | Respiratory Disease in Horses: Rhodococcus equi

Identifying Clinical Signs of Pneumonia in Foals

Treatment of Pneumonia

Transmission of Pneumonia

Prevention of Pneumonia

Section 3 | Biosecurity and Health Management on Ontario Equine Premises

An Introduction to the National Farm and Facility Level Biosecurity Standard for the Equine Sector

How Disease Develops

Infection Prevention and Control

Decrease Susceptibility and Increase Immunity to Reduce Disease

Facility Management to Reduce the Spread of Disease