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Hoof care for cows starts with a good trim. A trimmer since 1994 covers the tools, the Dutch 5-step method, how often to trim and how to become one.
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Practical guidance on hoof trimming, digital dermatitis, footbath protocols and herd management from the Diamond Hoof Care team.
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Hoof Trimming Tools: The Complete Professional Tool Kit
The complete list of cow hoof trimming tools a professional uses, organized by category, with honest notes on what is essential and what you can add later.
Foot Bathing & Digital Dermatitis: Prevention, Not Treatment
Learn why foot bathing prevents digital dermatitis but cannot treat active lesions. Protocols, research, and product tips for dairy farmers.
Dairy Hoof Trimming
See all Dairy Hoof Trimming articlesFunctional hoof trimming methods, tools, trimming schedules and chute safety for dairy herds.
Dairy Hoof TrimmingCow Hoof Trimming: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Hoof care for cows starts with a good trim. A trimmer since 1994 covers the tools, the Dutch 5-step method, how often to trim and how to become one.
Dairy Hoof TrimmingHoof Trimming Tools: The Complete Professional Tool Kit
The complete list of cow hoof trimming tools a professional uses, organized by category, with honest notes on what is essential and what you can add later.
Dairy Hoof TrimmingMastering Hoof Health: The Why, When, and How of Trimming Cattle
Why do cow hooves need trimming? Learn the schedule, signs your herd needs it, and the right cattle hoof trimming method to prevent lameness.
Dairy Hoof Diseases
See all Dairy Hoof Diseases articlesHow to recognise, treat and prevent digital dermatitis, sole ulcers, white line disease, foot rot and other claw lesions.
Dairy Hoof DiseasesWhen Does a Cow Need Bandages on Her Foot?
Only bandage a cow's foot for digital dermatitis. Koos Vis shows the 5-step hoof wrap, the materials, how tight to wrap, and when to remove it.
Dairy Hoof DiseasesForeign Object Penetrating the Hoof: Detection, Risks & Prevention, and Treatment
A nail, wire, or rock in a cow's hoof needs fast action. Learn to spot the signs, treat the injury correctly, and when to call your hoof trimmer or vet.
Dairy Hoof DiseasesHoof Blocking: What You Need to Know
How to glue a hoof block on the healthy claw so the sore claw gets relief, keep it on in summer and winter, and what to do when it comes off.
Dairy Management
See all Dairy Management articlesFootbath protocols, cow comfort, flooring and herd practices that lower lameness across the barn.
Dairy ManagementHoof Trimming Tools: The Complete Professional Tool Kit
The complete list of cow hoof trimming tools a professional uses, organized by category, with honest notes on what is essential and what you can add later.
Dairy ManagementFoot Bathing & Digital Dermatitis: Prevention, Not Treatment
Learn why foot bathing prevents digital dermatitis but cannot treat active lesions. Protocols, research, and product tips for dairy farmers.
Dairy ManagementMastering Hoof Health: The Why, When, and How of Trimming Cattle
Why do cow hooves need trimming? Learn the schedule, signs your herd needs it, and the right cattle hoof trimming method to prevent lameness.
Veterinarians
See all Veterinarians articlesClinical insights on lameness diagnosis, treatment and hoof health programs for bovine practitioners.
VeterinariansWhy DIN-Registered DD Treatment Changes Cattle Hoof Health
Today, I am investigating how we can bring our hoof care products in the hands of industry partners, including veterinarians & hoof trimmers.
VeterinariansWhat is the Proven Treatment for Digital Dermatitis?
The proven treatment for digital dermatitis - a very common hoof disease - is topically applying Intra Hoof-fit Gel to the affected area.
VeterinariansHoof Trimmers and Veterinarians Can Work Better Together
More farms are learning the benefits that can be gained when Hoof Trimmers and Veterinarians collaborate with one another. Read More!
Research and professional Development
See all Research and professional Development articlesHoof health research, trimmer training and professional development for the hoof care industry.
Research and professional DevelopmentHorse Hoof vs Cow Hoof: Key Differences and Proper Care
A cow has a cloven hoof with two claws. A horse has one solid hoof. See how the two differ, why it changes their care, and which specialist each needs.
Research and professional DevelopmentThree Decades of Dairy Hoof Health: the Diamond Hoof Care Journey
Explore the evolution of hoof care practices in the agriculture industry. Gain insights from Diamond Hoof Care and learn how to ensure the livestock's health.
Research and professional DevelopmentTrade shows: the ultimate place to mingle and learn
Dairy trade shows are a great place to meet industry experts and update your knowledge. Our experiences so far this year have lived up to expectations.
Sheep & Goats Management
See all Sheep & Goats Management articlesFoot rot, scald and hoof trimming guidance for sheep and goat flocks.
Sheep & Goats ManagementWhy Do Goat Horns Peel? 4 Common Reasons
Goat horns peel due to a nutrient deficiency. If the animal isn’t receiving enough protein or minerals, its horns will start to peel off.
Sheep & Goats ManagementA 5-Point Guide to Treating Skin Fungus in Goats
Isolation is the most critical step in treating skin fungus in goats. Fungal diseases are a significant concern among goat owners.
Sheep & Goats Management6 Common Causes of Wool Break in Sheep
Wool break is called so because thin, weak areas in the fibres cause the fleece to break apart when tugged.
Horse Management
Hoof care advice for horse owners, from thrush to everyday hoof hygiene.
Horse ManagementHealthy Hoof vs. Thrush: Maintaining the Gold Standard
Explore the causes and treatments for thrush in horses. Learn how to keep your equine friends healthy and happy.
All Articles by Topic
Every article in the Diamond Hoof Care library, 92 in total. Open a topic to see its full list.
Dairy Hoof Trimming21
- 5 Ways to Stop Cow Hooves from Smelling
- Cattle Hoof Trimming Chutes Compared: Hydraulic vs Manual, New vs Used, 15 Brands
- Cow Hoof Restoration: A Comprehensive Guide to Repairing and Maintaining Healthy Hooves
- Cow Hoof Trimming: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
- Four hoof experts share tips on hoof wrapping
- Hoof Trimmers and Veterinarians Can Work Better Together
- Hoof Trimming Chute Area Specifications
- Hoof Trimming Tools: The Complete Professional Tool Kit
- How Does Foot Rot (or Hoof Rot) Affect a Cow’s Performance?
- How Often Should You Trim Cattle Hooves?
- How to Treat Overgrown Cow Hooves
- Mastering Hoof Health: The Why, When, and How of Trimming Cattle
- Modelling: Factors to consider in hoof trimming
- Should Your Hoof Products List Include Formalin?
- Split Hooves: Definition, Anatomy, and Measurement Guide
- Talking with Australian lameness expert Peter Best
- The 8-Step Guide to Hoof Trimming for Maximum Dairy Productivity
- The Case for Keeping Hoof Trimming Records
- Treating Overgrown Cow Hooves: A Guide to Proper Care
- What Causes a Cow’s Hoof to Crack?
- Where Can I Find a Hoof Trimmer?
Dairy Hoof Diseases21
- 3 factors causing excess pressure in the hoof of a dairy cow
- A Wet Spring and its Impact on Lameness in Cows
- Chronic Hairy Heel Warts: Prevention and Treatment Guide
- Effective Strategies for Managing and Preventing Lameness in Cows
- Foot and Mouth Disease in Livestock: Symptoms, Prevention, and Management
- Foreign Object Penetrating the Hoof: Detection, Risks & Prevention, and Treatment
- Hairy Heel Warts in Cattle: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
- Hoof Abscess in Cows: Will It Heal on Its Own?
- Hoof Blocking: What You Need to Know
- Hoof Lesions in Cattle: A Farmer’s Guide to Healthier Herds
- How to Best Treat Strawberry Foot in Cattle
- Lameness Control Strategies: Prevention vs Treatment
- Overview of the Cattle Footbath Method on Dairy Farms
- Sand bedding: does it increase lameness?
- The ABC Chart: A Guide to Dairy Hoof Diseases
- Warts on Cattle: Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention
- What is the Proven Treatment for Digital Dermatitis?
- When Does a Cow Need Bandages on Her Foot?
- When To Treat a Lame Cow?
- Why Cows Get Abscesses in Their Hooves: Causes, Signs, and Prevention
- Will a Hoof Abscess Burst if Left Alone?
Dairy Management33
- 4 Things to Look For on Foot Bath Product Labels
- 6 Things That Could Cause Cow Skin to Peel Off
- 8 Common Causes of Scabs on Cows
- 8 Reasons Why a Cow May Grow Long Hooves
- Bovine Papillomatosis: Your Guide to the Cattle Wart Virus
- Can You Sell a Cow That Has Warts?
- Cattle Hair Loss Treatment: Complete Guide to Treating Bald Spots on Cows
- Concrete Flooring: Chat with Tom Woodall of AGRI-TRAC™
- Digital Dermatitis in Feedlots: The Growing Challenge Beef Producers Can No Longer Ignore
- Do Cow Horns Continuously Grow? What You Need to Know
- Do Cows Shed Their Hooves? The Facts Explained
- Effective Strategies for Reducing Lameness on Dairy Farms
- Foot Bathing & Digital Dermatitis: Prevention, Not Treatment
- Forage banking: No worries over summer feed supplies
- Hoof Care for Heifers: A Thoughtful Approach to Herd Health
- How Long Does It Take for a Cow Horn to Grow?
- How to Clean Cow Hooves: Practical Steps, Hoof Cleaner Alternatives, and Barn Hygiene
- How To Get Rid of Dry Skin on Cattle
- Is Hoof Trimming Painful for Cows? What Every Farmer Should Know
- Lumpy Skin Disease in Cattle: Treatment, Medicine and Prevention
- Managing the Heat Stress in Your Herd
- Mastering Dairy Foot Baths for Herd Success
- Maximizing Your Claw Check Tool: Answering Your Key Questions
- Possible antibiotic residues and claw lesions
- Press Release: Intracare BV introduces Hoof-fit Gel Antibiotic-Free Medication for Cattle
- Seven Tips for the Best Time Management
- Slippery barn floors? Water to the rescue!
- The 5 Articles That Helped the Most Farms in 2025
- The Importance of Cow Locomotion Scoring in Dairy Farming
- The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Foot Bath for Your Dairy
- The Ultimate Guide to Cow Supplies: Ensuring Health and Productivity
- What is an Abscess in a Cow Hoof? 5 Reasons For Infection
- Why DIN-Registered DD Treatment Changes Cattle Hoof Health
Research and professional Development5
Sheep & Goats Management11
- 4 Things That Cause Wool To Fall off Sheep
- 5 Easy-to-Detect Signs That Your Goat Has Ringworm
- 6 Common Causes of Wool Break in Sheep
- A 5-Point Guide to Treating Skin Fungus in Goats
- Can Sheep Get Sick From Tick Bites?
- Complete Guide to Sheep Shearing: Key Techniques for Flock Health
- Do Sheep Hooves Grow Back Over Time?
- Goat Horns Explained: Growth, Facts, and Common Questions
- Lumpy Wool in Sheep: 6 Causes and Their Treatment
- Why Are Your Goat’s Horns Cracking?
- Why Do Goat Horns Peel? 4 Common Reasons