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Hendra virus

Hendra virus is a significant pathogen in the context of both human and horse health. The condition is relatively uncommon,...
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Sporotrichosis

Sporotrichosis is caused by the fungal agent, Sporotrichium (Sporothrix) schenckii. The disease in horses is initiated through contamination of a...
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Ringworm (Dermatophytosis)

A common condition of horses, especially younger animals. Older horses can be re-infected, but the signs are usually milder. Transmission...
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Rabies and Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABLV)

Australia is considered to be free of rabies in our mammalian populations. In countries with terrestrial rabies the dog is...