Foot-and-mouth disease is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily affects cloven-hoofed animals, such as cattle, sheep, and pigs. The disease is caused by the foot-and-mouth disease virus and leads to symptoms like fever, blisters in the mouth and on the feet, and excessive drooling. It can spread rapidly among livestock, causing significant economic losses in agriculture. While foot-and-mouth disease is not harmful to humans, it can severely impact animal health and productivity. Control measures include vaccination, movement restrictions, and culling infected animals to prevent outbreaks. Effective management is crucial to protect both animal welfare and the agricultural economy.