Rabies in horses is uncommon but almost always fatal once neurological signs appear. Learn how the virus spreads, which wildlife species pose the greatest risk, how infection travels from a bite to the brain, and why early signs may resemble colic, lameness, choke or other neurological diseases. This guide also explains diagnosis, pathology, treatment outcome, vaccination and what to do after a suspected exposure.

Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) is a mosquito-borne viral disease that attacks a horse’s brain and spinal cord. Learn how EEE spreads, recognize its early and advanced neurological signs, understand treatment and prognosis, and discover why vaccination and mosquito control are essential for protecting every horse.