Lameness in dairy cows: Recognition, prevention, treatment – strategies for improved animal health and profitability
Lameness in cattle barns is among the most common and economically significant diseases in dairy farming. It not only impairs the animals' well-being but also negatively impacts milk production, fertility, and the farm's profitability.
- But how can lameness be detected early?
- What are the underlying causes, and what measures can help minimize the problem?
In this podcast episode, Dr. Andreas Steinwidder speaks with Dr. Julia Schoiswohl from the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein about the most important risk factors, modern diagnostic methods, and effective strategies for prevention and treatment. Learn how targeted hoof management reduces lameness and thus sustainably improves animal health and farm profitability. Listen now!
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