Footbaths have been used for over 25 years for the control of infectious hoof diseases. In drawing on years of consulting with farms all over the globe, there are do's and don’ts to consider when designing a footbath and implementing practical protocols.

When lameness issues arise, there are many things we can do as producers, and veterinarians, to help these animals recover and get back to a high level of performance.

Imagine being at the helm of a bustling airport, managing the incessant comings and goings of countless flights each day. 

In heifer and milking barns, more dairy cows are developing the hoof abnormality known as corkscrew claws, which increases lameness, shortens the productive life span of cows and decreases operational profitability.

With heat stress comes lameness and negative impacts on hoof health. In fact, heat stress is one of the biggest factors contributing to dairy cow lameness.

Due to the significant negative impact on cow welfare and the complexity of the issue, multiple farm advisers are often involved in lameness management.