Bringing Your New Horse Home

contagious diseases like strangles or equine herpes virus onto the farm that could spread to the other horses. Your horse would be turned out separately and stalled away from the other horses. During this time you should not touch any other horses after touching your horse. If you are bringing your horse to your own farm with other horses this 3week quarantine is highly recommended. The new horse should be able to see other horses but not touch noses. Watch for any signs of illness like fever nasal discharge cough or diarrhea.