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1
Q

On average, how much does a lameness case cost?

A

£100-£250

2
Q

What is the purpose of locomotion scoring?

A

Assess the prevalence of lameness

3
Q

What is the proper method of locomotion scoring?

A

Use flat, even surface, exit from parlour

4
Q

What is the purpose of routine foot care in the herd?

A

Restore foot to normal shape

Correct weight-bearing

Remove overgrowth

5
Q

When should cows be routinely trimmed?

A

At least once a year if necessary

6
Q

What is the purpose of footbathing?

A

For control of infectious lameness (digital dermatitis and foul in the foot)

To treat for existing infections

7
Q

What disease to antibiotic footbaths treat against?

A

Acute, raw digital dermatitis lesions

8
Q

What antibiotics are used in an antibitoic foot bath?

A

Oxytetracycline, linicospectin, tylosin

9
Q

What is the proper technique for footbathing?

A

Clean feet first in order to improve penetration of disinfectant

Bath frequently

10
Q

What are the animal factors that impact lameness?

A

Calving, seasonal factors, heifer management, genetics, stress

11
Q

What are the environmental factors that impact lameness?

A

Cow comfort, concrete surfaces, bedding and maintenance

12
Q

What are the key areas used to assess for cow comfort?

A
  • Number of cubicles (one per cow plus 10%)
  • Cubicle occupancy (80-90% should be lying down)
  • Cubical usage
  • Cubical comfort, size, partitions, mats
  • Levels of cubicle injuries
13
Q

Why does rumen acidosis lead to more diseases of the horn?

A

Acidosis leads to less vitB production, especially biotin, which is necessary for the production of healthy horn

14
Q

How long does it take for the effects of biotin supplementation to be seen?

A

4 months

15
Q

What other trace elements are connected to lameness?

A

zinc, sulphur, other vitBs

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