If an infectious equine disease were to spread in your area, would you know what to do? From quarantine protocols to proper disinfection techniques, strong biosecurity practices are key to keeping your horse safe and healthy. Take this quick quiz to test your biosecurity knowledge and learn a few tips along the way.

1. Which of the following items should never be shared between horses?

A) Water buckets
B) Grooming tools
C) Halters or lip chains
D) All of the above

2. True or False: You should always care for the sick or exposed horse first in your routine.

A) True
B) False

3. Which of the following disinfectants is least effective in a barn setting?

A) Roccal D
B) Lysol
C) Bleach
D) Quaternary ammonium compounds

4. When filling water buckets, which item should you avoid letting touch the water?

A) Your hand
B) The bucket rim
C) The hose nozzle
D) A clean sponge

5. True or False: Disinfecting stall floors, pitchforks, and even truck tires can be part of a solid biosecurity plan.

A) True
B) False

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Answers:

Answer: D) All of the above
Sharing equipment that touches a horse’s eyes, nose, or mouth can spread infectious diseases.

Answer: False
Always care for sick or exposed horses last to avoid spreading germs.

Answer: C) Bleach
Bleach is less effective in barns because it’s deactivated by organic material like dirt or manure.

Answer: C) The hose nozzle
Don’t let the hose nozzle touch the bucket—it can carry bacteria from one container to the next.

Answer: True
A strong biosecurity plan includes disinfecting all surfaces and tools that could carry pathogens—even tires and stall floors.