As winter approaches, housing cattle indoors is necessary due to the decline in grass quality, which no longer provides sufficient nutrients.
Standing on concrete and prolonged exposure to slurry increase the risk of cattle lameness.Weekly or fortnightly mobility checks enable early detection of lameness, while well-maintained foot baths help prevent conditions like Digital Dermatitis.
Preventing lameness requires a proactive approach, including regular foot trimming, consistent mobility scoring, and an effective foot bathing program. Baths must be at least two cow strides long, with a 12cm solution depth for full hoof coverage. Proper care during winter housing helps reduce the impact of lameness on both dairy and beef herds.
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