Fact Sheet for Farmers FMD is a highly contagious disease that affects swine, cattle, sheep, goats, deer, elk and other cloven-hoofed animals. The disease can be spread by contact, through contaminated animal products and through the air.
People can carry the virus on their clothing and shoes, and in their nasal passages.
The blisters appear on the nose, tongue, lips, between the hooves, above the hooves and on teats. Foot lesions can cause lameness. If you notice any of these symptoms, call your veterinarian immediately. Take Proper Precautions Visitors Ensure that visitors to your farm do not come in contact with livestock, equipment or feed. All visitors to your farm should use clean, disinfected footwear.