Tetanus: Your Horse's Risk May be Greater Than You Think – The Horse
By Kevin Hankins, Senior Veterinarian, Equine Technical Services, Zoetis All horses are at risk for being exposed to tetanus. If your horse has exposure to soil, other animals and manure, he is at risk. Tetanus is easily transmitted, and if contracted, can be devastating to horses, with a fatality rate of 75%.¹ What is tetanus? Tetanus is a bacterial disease caused by the invasion of Clostridium tetani in puncture wounds, open lacerations, exposed tissues or surgical incisions. Present in the intestinal tract and feces of horses, other animals and humans, the bacteria can be abundant in soi...
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