Download or read book Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare 3rd Edition written by Roger Blowey and published by 5m Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-11-05 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lameness is one of the main conditions affecting cattle and is considered a major welfare problem with significant impact on animal productivity. This well-established practical book explores the issue and provides a fundamental guide to prevention and hoof care. In particular, it covers the incidence and costs of lameness, the structure of foot, with its function and possible inflammation, hoof trimming, and the treatment of common diseases. Authored by one of the field’s research leaders, the 3rd edition includes updates on hoof trimming protocols, new insights on the structure and function of the digital cushion, and an examination of diseases such as digital dermatitis and sole ulcer. Expert practitioners as well as students will benefit from this new edition of Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare, being an ideal resource for cattle farmers, hoof trimmers and vets. 5m Books
Download or read book Hoof Care for Dairy Cattle written by James E. Nocek and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bovine Medicine written by Anthony H. Andrews and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 1233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bovine Medicine provides practical and comprehensive information oncattle disease and production and is a key reference for all largeanimal vets. Since the first edition was published in 1991 therehave been significant improvements in disease control andmanagement of cattle. Almost all parts of the book have beenupdated and completely rewritten. There are new chapters onsurgery, embryo transfer, artificial insemination, ethno-veterinarymedicine and biosecurity, and a new consolidating chapter on theinteraction between the animal, environment, management anddisease. The previous edition has sold all over the world, and as aresult of this a greater emphasis has been placed on conditions andtheir treatment in areas other than temperate regions. A newsection entitled "Global Variation in Cattle Practice" has beenincluded with contributors discussing bovine medicine practice intheir part of the world. All in all this is an outstanding resource for any practisingvet and an excellent reference for veterinary students.
Download or read book Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare written by Roger William Blowey and published by Farming Press Limited. This book was released on 1993 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a guide to the prevention of foot ailments in dairy cows. It is well illustrated and is intended for the use of farmers, vets and agricultural students.
Download or read book Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare written by Roger William Blowey and published by Old Pond Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare' combines the theory of the causes of lameness with practical guidance on treatment and prevention. It is aimed at dairy farmers, veterinarians, vet students and foot trimmers.
Download or read book Manual of Foot Care in Cattle written by Jan K. Shearer and published by Hoard's Dairyman Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes anatomy, claw trimming, causes of lameness in dairy cattle.
Download or read book Manual for Treatment and Control of Lameness in Cattle written by Sarel van Amstel and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-01-09 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lameness is one of the most costly diseases affecting cattle and cases are increasing as dairy cows spend more time confined to concrete instead of grassy pasture. The economic impact of lameness is significant. Preventive claw care is increasingly practiced in modern dairy farming and is now recognized as a necessary investment in herd health. Manual for Treatment and Control of Lameness in Cattle includes: clear illustrations of anatomical features of the bovine foot detailed photographs of lesions discussion on the practical aspect of functional and corrective trimming references for veterinarians, animals/dairy scientists, commercial hoof trimmers, dairy farmers and dairy health technicians
Download or read book Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare written by Roger Blowey and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lameness is one of the main conditions affecting cattle and is considered a major welfare problem with significant impact on animal productivity. This well-established practical book explores the issue and provides a fundamental guide to prevention and hoof care. In particular, it covers the incidence and costs of lameness, the structure of the foot with its function and possible inflammation, hoof trimming, and the treatment of common diseases. Authored by one of the field's research leaders, this third edition includes updates on hoof trimming protocols, new insights on the structure and function of the digital cushion, and an examination of diseases, such as digital dermatitis and sole ulcer. [Subject: Veterinary Science, Agriculture]
Download or read book Understanding Equine Hoof Care written by Heather Smith Thomas and published by Eclipse Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This covers the basics of hoof care and horseshoeing. Topics range from simple cleaning to trimming and shoeing the foot to dealing with hoof injuries and complex lameness problems. It also described how to achieve healthy hooves through proper nutrition, conscientious care, and proper used of the horse.
Download or read book Cattle Footcare and Claw Trimming written by E. Toussaint Raven and published by Diamond Farm Book Publications. This book was released on 1985 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This richly illustrated book combines a guide to the causes, progress, treatment and prevention of foot ailments in cattle with a practical manual on claw trimming.
Download or read book Cow Signals written by Jan Hulsen and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Cows send out signals continuously about their health, well-being, nutrition, and production. The challenge for the dairy farmer is how to interpret these signals and use them. Dutch vet and cow enthusiast Jan Hulsen has drawn on his expertise and wide experience of cows and dairy farmers to write Cow Signals: a richly illustrated farmer's guide on how to interpret the behaviour, posture and physical characteristics of groups of cows and individual animals. When observing cows it is important not to jump to conclusions immediately, but instead always to ask yourself three questions: What do I see? Why has this happened? What does this mean? If you know what to look for, you can pick up the signals everywhere and any time. Cow Signals will show you how"--Back cover note.
Download or read book Lameness in Cattle written by Paul R. Greenough and published by W B Saunders Company. This book was released on 1997-01-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fully updated, state-of-the-art 3rd edition of this world-class text delivers the very latest information on the prevention and management of sub-clinical laminitis and digital dermatitis in cattle. Features a revised and expanded list of topics that include behavior, nutritional management, housing, applied pharmacology, and record-keeping; brand-new or augmented coverage of clinical pharmacology, genetic selection of animals, the role of macro- and micro-nutrients, and other timely issues; clear descriptions of the conditions that cause lameness; and discussions of the most current surgical procedures in step-by-step detail. Also offers the practical insights of 28 world-renowned authorities, an expansive bibliography that faciliates further reading, and reference tables that provide instant access to essential information.
Download or read book The Master Hoof claw Care Program written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lameness is recognized as one of the most costly clinical diseases of dairy cattle in North America. In large herds the sheer number of lame cows requires that dairies maintain good handling facilities and properly trained personnel for daily care of lameness conditions. In 1996, through a grant from the Florida dairy farmers, the Master Hoof Care Program was developed at the University of Florida.
Download or read book Bovine Medicine written by Peter Cockcroft and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-06-02 with total page 676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thoroughly updated to reflect recent changes in the industry, Bovine Medicine, 3rd Edition, offers practicing large animal veterinarians and veterinary students a comprehensive reference to core aspects of contemporary cattle health and husbandry. New edition of a classic text, featuring thoroughly rewritten text, with coverage shifted to the core aspects of everyday cattle practice Includes new focus on both applied skills and application of knowledge, along with many more full-colour illustrations than in previous editions Represents a toolkit of skills that will support the delivery of contemporary cattle practice Presents a seamless integration of information on husbandry, nutrition, and disease Written by a wide range of experts from around the world
Download or read book Veterinary Epidemiology written by Michael Thrusfield and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-04-24 with total page 1046 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This successful book, now in its third edition, continues to provide a comprehensive introduction to the role of epidemiology in veterinary medicine. Since the publication of the second edition there has been considerable expansion in the application of veterinary epidemiology: more quantitative methods are available, challenges such as the epidemic of foot-and-mouth disease in Europe in 2001 have required epidemiological investigation, and epidemiological analyses have taken on further importance with the emergence of evidence-based veterinary medicine. In this edition: Completely revised and expanded chapters; Increased attention given to the principles and concepts of epidemiology, surveillance, and diagnostic-test validation and performance; Many examples are drawn from both large and small animal medicine, and from the developing as well as the developed world This paperback edition includes a new section on risk analysis. Veterinary Epidemiology is an invaluable reference source for veterinary general practitioners, government veterinarians, agricultural economists and members of other disciplines interested in animal disease. It will also be essential reading for undergraduate and intermediate-level postgraduate students of epidemiology.
Download or read book Getting Started with Beef Dairy Cattle written by Heather Smith Thomas and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With nearly every supermarket now featuring an organic section, the demand for organically grown meat and dairy products has risen rapidly in recent years. Small farmers have taken note, and many more beginners are considering cattle as a viable farm commodity. Getting Started with Beef & Dairy Cattle is the essential handbook for this growing audience. Heather Smith Thomas, a lifelong cattle rancher and author of several previous books for more experienced farmers, offers a succinct layperson’s guide to the basics of raising a small herd of cattle, whether for meat or dairy products. She outlines organic and natural farming methods and covers all the information needed to get started and be successful. Getting Started with Beef & Dairy Cattle encourages new and beginning farmers to start small, and start right. Thomas explains as simply as possible the basics of selecting and raising a calf, along with feeding, shelter, and care guidelines. She also covers breeding and calving, as well as tips for managing a herd throughout the seasons. There’s basic health care information for preventing disease and addressing common ailments. For those raising beef cattle, Thomas offers guidelines for butchering; for those raising dairy cattle, there are step-by-step guidelines on milking. With a whole new generation returning to the farm who don’t have a family history of farming, Getting Started with Beef & Dairy Cattleis a much-needed resource. Heather Smith Thomas has devoted her life to passing on the knowledge, understanding, and attitude necessary to become a successful farmer.
Download or read book The Cattle Health written by Heather Smith Thomas and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses how to maintain the day-to-day health of one's cattle, covering symptoms, preventive care, and treatment of common diseases, body system disorders such as digestive and foot problems, and other ailments, accidents, and injuries that can occur, with case histories and anecdotes.
