What you need to know about hoof over-trimming in dairy cows

Hoof trimming is essential in caring for dairy cows and plays an important role in preventing lameness. But what happens when hoof over-trimming takes place? Two experts reveal what to do to prevent this from happening. It can happen – a hoof trimmer can over-trim a cow’s hoof. Usually trimming occurs twice a year but the presence of infectious diseases can increase the need for hoof trimming, according to the University of Kentucky. For hooves with overgrown toes, a heel with a compromis