Footcare in cattle

Hoof Structure and trimming

Scenes - 55min total

Introduction

• The anatomy of the hoof
• The hoof: wall, heel and the white line
• The corium: laminae, white line, digital cushion

Hoof trimming theory

• The weight bearing surfaces
• The problems caused through over growth
• Cuts used for trimming and their purposes

Hoof trimming practice

• The problems of over-growth
• Equipment for hoof trimming
• Cuts one, two and three
• Solar Ulcers
• Equalising claws
• Over trimming
• Heel problems

Practical sessions

• Hoof problems created by the environment
• Cuts one, two and three