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How long should a new horse be separated from the others to know that it is not ‘brewing strangles?

April 26, 2017horse separated strangles

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How long should a new horse be separated from the others to know that it is not ‘brewing strangles?

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Incubation period is 3-10days from exposure. If a horse has not spiked a fever or shown any signs of ill health in 2weeks it should be safe to introduce to the herd. A horse may however be a silent ‘carrier’ and bring strangles into a yard without showing signs.