10.2

Five step protocol for hoof trimmers

Level 2 - Lead Farmers

Introduction

1. You will learn about...

2. Introduction: Anatomy of the foot

3. Why cows need pedicure

4. The Biomechanics

5. How to fix/restrain the cow

6. How to fix the leg

7. How to fix the leg cont'd...

8. Hoof trimming equipment

9. Hoof knives

10. Pre-trimming

11. Five (5) Steps of hoof trimming

12. Step 1: Decide the length and trim the length of the inner claw

13. Step 1 cont'd: Decide the length and trim the length of the inner claw Cont'd...

14. Step 1 cont'd: Decide the length and trim the length of the inner claw Cont'd...

15. Step 1 cont'd: Decide the length and trim the length of the inner claw Cont'd...

16. Step 2: Fit the outer claw to the inner claw

17. Step 3: Make the soles flat

18. Step 3 cont'd: Make the soles flat

19. Step 4: Model the sole and remove loose horn

20. Step 5: Therapeutic pedicure

21. When the job is finished: Results of hoof trimming

22. Summary/Take home messages