Though horses are not susceptible to infection by foot and mouth they may be involved in spreading infection.
Material from an infected animal (dung, hair etc.) could be carried on hooves, bodies and tack of horses and by the rider. It could be carried from areas containing infected animals to previously "clean" areas.
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