Racetracks create a unique environment where disease can spread rapidly and the resulting outbreaks often negatively impact the local racing industry for months at a time. Quarantines can restrict movement of racing thoroughbreds and even shut down entire racetracks.
These resources can provide tools to help you establish biosecurity protocols:
National Thoroughbred Racing Association- Safety and Integrity Alliance Code of Standards (page 16)
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