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Will a Hoof Abscess Burst if Left Alone?
Considering that hoof abscesses are one of the causes most commonly linked to acute lameness in cattle, knowing how to address such a time-sensitive issue adequately is vital for maintaining the health and agility of the animal. Abscesses begin to form as bacteria...
How to Treat Overgrown Cow Hooves
Cows are valuable farm animals, but they need proper care and attention to maintain their well-being. One aspect of cow care that is often overlooked is hoof trimming. Overgrown hooves can lead to pain and discomfort for the cow, which can affect their mobility and...
What is the Proven Treatment for Digital Dermatitis?
What is the Proven Treatment for Digital Dermatitis? Digital dermatitis (also called hairy heel warts, Mortellaro disease, fungus and strawberry foot, or DD for short) is perhaps the most common hoof problem in dairy cattle. It starts as mildly sore feet. In no time,...
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How to Treat Overgrown Cow Hooves
Cows are valuable farm animals, but they need proper care and attention to maintain their well-being. One aspect of cow care that is often overlooked is hoof trimming. Overgrown hooves can lead to pain and discomfort for the cow, which...
5 Simple Signs Your Goat Has Ringworm
Ringworm is a common fungal infection that affects humans and various animals, including goats. The fungi and spores that cause it are sometimes indiscernible, so what other signs should you look out for to know the infection is present?...
6 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. This is a concern sheep farmers will encounter at some point, and knowing that it's usually caused by stress or trauma is...
How Quickly Do Goats Grow Their Horns?
Among horned livestock, goats are the most curious and active by nature. For this reason, their horns are often removed for their own and others' safety. So, how fast do goat horns grow? Goat horns grow quite quickly, so disbudding must...
Dairy Hoof Trimming
How to Treat Overgrown Cow Hooves
Cows are valuable farm animals, but they need proper care and attention to maintain their well-being. One aspect of cow care that is often overlooked is hoof trimming. Overgrown hooves can lead to pain and discomfort for the cow, which can affect their mobility and...
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5 Ways to Stop Cow Hooves from Smelling
The most common cause of foul smell in cattle hooves is interdigital necrobacillosis, or foot rot, although surface bacteria may also lead to a cow's hooves smelling bad. Proper management and monitoring can prevent the smell; however, strong hoof odours are usually a...
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2 Easy Ways to Buy Veterinary Hoof Care Supplies Online
Veterinarians and hoof trimmers are seen as partners in servicing the cattle farmer when it comes to lameness challenges in a herd. In my career as a professional trimmer, I had the privilege of meeting many of the client's veterinarians to discuss a hoof health plan...
Hoof Trimmers and Veterinarians Can Work Better Together
Dairy producers rely on a number of professionals to help them day in and day out. While each professional works closely with the producer, more and more farms are learning that benefits can be gained when those professionals collaborate with one another. Hoof...
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Dairy Management
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8 Common Causes of Scabs on Cows
Scabs (skin crusts) can appear on many animals, including cows. As a professional hoof trimmer, I have been to many farms and seen all sorts of scabs. These don’t just come out of nowhere – they are usually a sign of parasites, diseases, or injury. Parasites such as...
Lumpy Cow Skin Disease Treatment Explained
Lumpy cow skin disease is a concern for cattle owners, leading to significant economic losses worldwide. Thus, many are eager to know what treatment works. Unfortunately, lumpy cow skin disease has no direct antiviral treatment. Instead, the infected animals receive...
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Dairy Hoof Diseases
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Will a Hoof Abscess Burst if Left Alone?
Considering that hoof abscesses are one of the causes most commonly linked to acute lameness in cattle, knowing how to address such a time-sensitive issue adequately is vital for maintaining the health and agility of the animal. Abscesses begin to form as bacteria...
Will a Hoof Abscess Heal on Its Own
Hoof abscesses are among the most common causes of acute lameness in livestock and horses. The problem does not immediately manifest on the exterior of the hoof, and by all appearances, the animal may look fine for some time. There should be suspicion of a hoof...
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Trade shows: the ultimate place to mingle and learn
At Diamond Hoof Care, we are very serious about our presence at dairy trade shows. After all, such visits are central to achieving our primary purpose - to help farmers when hoof health problems assault their herds. For this reason, we make it a point to attend...
“For the Record”: Hoof Trimmers Gathering in Ontario
Our industry is getting another great chance for a pro get-together. The Ontario Hoof Trimmers Guild (OHTG) is organizing a hoof care conference on August 24-25, 2018 in Guelph, ON. Generally speaking, OHTG events aim to provide continuing education to guild members....
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Sheep & Goat Management
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5 Simple Signs Your Goat Has Ringworm
Ringworm is a common fungal infection that affects humans and various animals, including goats. The fungi and spores that cause it are sometimes indiscernible, so what other signs should you look out for to know the infection is present? A common sign that your goat...
A 5-Point Guide to Treating Skin Fungus in Goats
Fungal diseases are a significant concern among goat owners. As a professional cattle hoof trimmer, I have come to know quite a bit about fungus, partly through my many conversations with goat farmers. Treating fungal diseases as early as possible is crucial to...
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