This basic course lasting 136 hours is part of a nationally recognized training program supported by a number of prominent institutions (LFI, VetMedUni Vienna, University of Vienna, Chamber of Commerce, ARGE Austrian Hoof Trimmer). 136 hours are spent basic course in cattle hoof care Next to
- This course covers anatomical knowledge of cattle, sheep and goats
- Feeding, illnesses too
- Associations and tool knowledge.
The care processes on hoof preparations are explained and practiced before the practice on live animals (sheep, goats and cattle).
Other important content
- animal protection and legal aspects,
- Occupational safety and accident prevention,
- stress-free activity of the animals,
- herd management,
- Epidemic science and hygiene as well as the
- Documentation of hoof care work.
Building on the basic course, there is also the opportunity in Raumberg-Gumpenstein to complete a certificate course for inter-company/commercial hoof trimmers and an internationally recognized diploma course to become an instructor in functional hoof trimming is also held very successfully. Internationally renowned experts such as Univ. Prof. Johann Kofler and Robert Pesenhofer are the mainstays of this training.
With this attractive and up-to-date training package for farmers and interested parties, Raumberg-Gumpenstein makes a valuable contribution to improving animal health and thus animal welfare on cattle farms is sustainably promoted.
If you are also interested in such training or would like to become more qualified when it comes to hoof care, information about the basic course and the subsequent certificate course for inter-company/commercial hoof trimmers from our cooperation partner LFI on the homepage under the Styrian Cattle Education Program.
If you would also like to complete a basic course for hoof care - next date: ZLG hoof care basic course from October 2024
