Potomac Horse Fever

Potomac Horse Fever:
This disease is most often seen in spring, summer, and early fall and is associated with pastures bordering water sources such as creeks or rivers. PHF is an acute enterocolitis syndrome producing mild colic, fever, and diarrhea in horses of all ages, as well as abortion in pregnant mares.

Contagious: No

Deadly: Yes Prevention: None

Treatment: Oxytetracycline

Signs:
 * loss of appetite
 * Fever
 * Depression
 * Mild Colic