Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD): Symptoms, Causes & Prevention

Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals, including cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, and deer. It is characterized by the formation of blisters or lesions in the mouth, on the tongue, and on the feet of infected animals.

The symptoms of foot-and-mouth disease include:

* Fever

* Loss of appetite

* Lameness

* Drooling

* Blisters or lesions in the mouth, on the tongue, and on the feet

* Difficulty breathing

* Increased heart rate

* Diarrhea

Foot-and-mouth disease is a serious disease that can cause significant economic losses to livestock farmers. It is important to contact a veterinarian immediately if you suspect that your animals may be infected with FMD.