Bovine Lameness Flashcards
1
Q
What are the causes for cattle lameness?
A
Poor flooring, poor tracks, infectious disease, forcing to stand for long periods of time on hard surfaces
2
Q
What is the difference between locomotion scoring and mobility scoring?
A
Locomotion - 0-5, assess movement and standing, more technical
Mobility - 0-3, more intuitive, assesses overall movement
3
Q
What length should the dorsal wall be trimmed to?
A
75-80mm
4
Q
What is the aim of each stage of hoof trimming?
A
1: toe length
2: balancing
3: shaping groove
4: problems
5: heels
