Foot Trimming

Question 1

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Question 2

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Question 3

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Question 4

what angle should the hoof be at in cattle

Answer 4

less than 45 degrees

Question 5

where should you make the first cut when trimming hooves in cattle

Answer 5

the tip of the claw, 90 mm from the coronary band

Question 6

where should you make the second cut when trimming hooves in cattle

Answer 6

starting with the least overgrown claw, trim the bottom third of the toe until the step is reduced to 5mm thick. the heel should not need triming
- test thickness by pressing hard into the sole with thumb. as soon as any give can be perceived, no more sole can be removed and trimming should cease in this area.

Question 7

how should you use a hoof knife to trim the sole closest to you

Answer 7

1. stand to left of the foot/cow
2. hold right handed knife in right hand with closed grip and place left hand over right hand for additional support
3. trim the claw closest to you
4. cut down toward the toe, using your bodyweight to gently apply downward pressure

Question 8

how should you use a hoof knife to cut the sole of the claw furthest from you

Answer 8

1. stand to left of the cow
2. hold right handed knife in right hand with an open grip, holding the toe with your left hand for stability
3. trim the claw furthest from you
4. cut upward towards the heel

Question 9

how should you use a hoof knife to trim the toe of the claw furthest from you

Answer 9

1. stand to the left of the cow
2. hold a left handed knife in right hand with an open handed grip
3. trim the claw furthest away from you
4. cut downwards toward the toe, keepin your left hand away