Hoof Care
Identifying early stages of lameness becomes second nature once learned, and severe cases can be eradicated from your operation if anyone can observe it during day-to-day tasks.
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Crowdsourcing quick, cost-effective lameness detection
New research develops a comparison-based lameness assessment approach using as few as 10 crowdsourced workers to provide reliable, efficient assessments.
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Navigating the runways of lameness: An integrated approach to cow health through advanced data analysis
Dairy technologies are advancing to allow novel data of lameness identification to be gathered on individual cows to optimize a herd’s health.
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Breaking the 'become lame and stay lame' mentality
Too often, cows become lame, stay lame and leave the herd. In understanding the seven key factors that reduce chronic lameness, farms can break the “become lame, stay lame” cycle.
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A complete nutrition program to prevent hoof problems
Nutrition can enable or prevent lameness issues in the dairy herd. Develop a complete feeding program to improve hoof health.
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Consider heifer housing to reduce the risk of corkscrew claws
Corkscrew claws are a hoof abnormality that can affect the milking herd in the earliest stages of life. Facility design and management can aid in preventing this hoof issue.
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Take a team approach to improve lameness management
Multiple farm advisers are often independently involved in lameness management. A recent study revealed the benefits of bringing advisers together to provide early and effective lameness treatments and developing prevention strategies.
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How WCROC’s farm combatted lameness in a grazing herd
Lameness is one of the greatest costs to dairy cattle, yet many grazing herds do not incorporate a routine hoof trimming schedule into herd management. One farm has developed a schedule that does not interrupt the grazing schedule and makes hoof health a priority.
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Beyond the stall: How partial outdoor access affects gait and hoof health of movement-restricted cows
Results from a recent study illustrate minor alterations in management practices can enhance cow mobility.
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Designing concrete floors for dairy facilities to reduce lameness incidences
Factors contributing to a flooring surface with good traction include concrete floor surface, bedding type used, manure removal system and facility layout. Here is how to provide a proper and secure walking surface for cows to use for a long time.
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