hoof health

To directly deal with lameness follow a good hoof management protocol, which means hoof trimming 2-3 times a year. Photo: Intracare

03-03 | Article

Healthy hooves: The foundation of a successful dairy farm

Cubicle sizes should match the average cattle size, and bedding – preferably sand – influences how easily cows lie down and stand up. Photo created with AI: Reve

10-12-2025 | Interview

5 key questions: Expert’s insights into cow hoof health

Researchers examined the association of claw anatomy and sole temperature with the development of claw horn disruption lesions (CHDL). Photo: Canva

05-12-2023 | News

Lame cows: Importance of sole thickness in preventing lesions

The amino acids cysteine and methionine, which contain sulphur, are essential for promoting the structural and functional integrity of the hoof.

11-08-2023 | Article

Maintaining hoof health through nutrition

EuroTier: A spotlight on dairy innovations

24-11-2022 | News

EuroTier: A spotlight on dairy innovations

Lameness is a huge issue for the UK dairy industry, with between a fifth and a quarter of cattle affected, costing the industry around £53.5 million a year. Photo: Henk Riswick

27-09-2022 | Article

Low-cost thermal image devices to detect cow lameness

Claw overgrowth occurs when horn production happens faster than it wears. This affects weight bearing within and between the claws. Photo: Mark Pasveer

09-09-2022 | Article

The role of cow claw trimming on welfare and profitability

Rubber remains an interesting alternative surface to the natural ones. Photo: Hans Prinsen

05-09-2022 | Article

What is the best surface to prevent lameness in dairy cows?