Rotaviral Diarrhea

Rotavirus has been identified as the most common cause of foal diarrhea outbreaks in major breeding areas worldwide. This article reviews the latest information on the practical diagnosis, prevention, and control of rotavirus on horse farms. Until an effective vaccine is developed, certain farm management methods and disinfection techniques have proved effective in containing rotavirus outbreaks. Research involving electropherotyping techniques is furthering our knowledge of the different rotavirus serotypes, which will aid in epidemiologic studies and vaccine development.