Manual of Foot Care in Cattle (FOOT)

By Jan Shearer, DVM; Dr. Sarel van Amstel, DVM

SECOND EDITION: Greatly expanded, this invaluable guide covers infectious and noninfectious diseases, now in two chapters. Diagnosis of upper leg lameness in calves through adult cattle is probably the most complete information anywhere. The newest data on managing footbaths is presented. Staying on top of herd foot problems through better data management, and the tools to do this are recommended. Cow handling facilities as recommended by Dr Temple Grandin and Bud Williams are described and illustrated. Finally, protocol for humanely managing lame cows. Still offers great basics on anatomy and foot trimming, and causes of lameness.

Book details:

132 pages

Softcover, perfect bound

Full color

ISBN: 0-932147-57-7

Copyright 2013

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