Nursing a sick or injured horse back to health can be a demanding and stressful experience, although hopefully one with a successful outcome. If the patient has a contagious condition the risk of the disease spreading to other animals on the premises is a further worry for owners.

Cleaning and disinfection of stables and equipment can greatly reduce the risk of infection spread to other horses on the premises. Combining an effective hygiene protocol with an understanding of the nature of the particular disease you are dealing with can minimise the chances of a potentially disastrous disease outbreak.