Disease alerts - Strangles (Streptococcus equi) in Alberta, Aug 6, 2026 - Strangles (Streptococcus equi) in Alberta, Aug 6, 2026 - Strangles (Streptococcus equi) in Alberta, Aug 6, 2026

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Regulatory Category- Federal:

Not regulated

Regulatory Category- Province or Territory:

Not regulated

Animal Type:

Equine

Susceptible Animal Types:

Equine

Animal Class:

Terrestrial

Disease Agent:

Strangles (Streptococcus equi)

Disease Agent Type:

Bacteria

Organization:

Veterinary practitioner

Region:

Alberta

Event Size:

1 individual

Problem(s):

Respiratory signs;
Other

Start Date

Aug/06/2026

End Date

Aug/06/2026

Website

Equine Disease Communication Center

Strangles (Streptococcus equi) in Alberta, Aug 6, 2026

Attending veterinarian

Strangles (Streptococcus equi) has been confirmed at a private facility in Rocky View County, Alberta, on August 6, 2026. One horse showed signs of respiratory distress caused by compression of the airway due to strangles abscesses, and required an emergency tracheostomy. The horse is under voluntary quarantine.