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Foot-and-mouth disease: prevention and response
Foot-and-mouth disease is highly contagious. Isolate suspected animals, limit movement and seek veterinary or livestock-officer advice promptly.
Prevention & biosecurity
Use farm biosecurity, isolate affected animals and follow local livestock-authority guidance.
Vaccination & care planning
Vaccination schedules can vary by area, program and animal status. Follow an approved schedule from the local veterinarian or livestock office.
When to call a veterinarian
Contact a veterinarian or livestock office urgently for mouth/foot lesions, excessive salivation, lameness, fever or rapid spread within a herd.
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