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Footcare in Cattle

Hoof structure and trimming.

By Roger Blowey FRCVS.

DVD - Regions 2 & 4 (UK, Europe, Australia, NZ etc).
Also plays on PC & Multi Region Players worldwide.

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Typical hoof of a dairy cow.

"Lameness and overgrown feet in general are a major problem in dairy cows" (Roger Blowey).

Cows affected with lameness and overgrown feet suffer. They go on to lose weight, have lowered milk yields and, in more serious cases, reduced fertility. In this programme, presenter Roger Blowey combines theory with practice in order to help farmers address this major problem.

Using laboratory specimens, Roger first discusses the structure of the foot, the effects of foot overgrowth and how this contributes to cow discomfort and aitments such as foot ulcers. He then goes on to the farm to demonstrate trimming to a young dairy farmer, Christine Freeman. Finally, Christine tackles her first foot.

In order to help dairy farmers treat and prevent cattle footcare problems this video combines a detailed study of the anatomy of the hoof with practical foot-trimming.

The anatomy of a dairy cow's foot.

DVD CHAPTERS
Introduction: The Anatomy of the Foot; The foot: wall, heel, and the white line; The corium: laminae, the white line, the digital cushion; The paedal bone
Hoof Trimming Theory: Weight bearing surfaces; Problems caused through overgrowth; Cuts used for trimming and their purpose
Hoof Trimming Practice: The problems of overgrowth; Equipment for hoof trimming; Cuts one, two and three; Sole ulcers; Equalising claws; Over-trimming; Heel problems
Practical Lesson: Hoof problems caused by the environment; Cuts one, two and three

ROGER BLOWEY FRCVS:
Roger is a partner in a Gloucestershire veterinary practice and author of
The Veterinary Book for Dairy Farmers and
Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare

Roger Blowey trained at Bristol University where he gained honours degrees in veterinary science and biochemistry. His special interests are preventive medicine and the interaction of nutrition, disease and environment on the productivity of livestock units.

Book by
Roger Blowey

Cattle Lameness
and Hoofcare

Roger is an RCVS Specialist in Cattle Health and Production, and has been awarded a Fellowship of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons for meritorious contributions to learning, the RASE Bledisloe Veterinary Award for outstanding achievements in the veterinary field, and the BVA Dalrymple-Champneys medal for work of outstanding merit in the advancement of veterinary science.

OUR OPINION:
Roger Blowey is an expert on dairy cattle. In this excellent DVD, Roger shows how a little time spent on foot care can make a huge difference to the welfare and productivity of a modern dairy herd.

Footcare in Cattle is an invaluable and practical guide to healthy feet in dairy herds.

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