Foot and mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious viral infection that affects cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, pigs, and sheep. The disease causes painful blisters on their mouth, feet, and udders, leading to a significant decrease in milk and meat production. There are several synonyms for the term FMD, including vesicular stomatitis, hoof and mouth disease, and aphthous fever. These terms refer to the same disease but may be used interchangeably in different parts of the world. FMD outbreaks can have severe economic, social, and environmental consequences, and therefore, prevention, control, and eradication measures are essential in affected regions.