Associating hoof disorders with sub-optimal mobility in dairy cows in pasture-based systems

A. O'Connor, Eddie Bokkers, I.J.M. de Boer, H. Hogeveen, R. Sayers, N. Byrne, E. Ruelle, L. Shalloo

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Abstract

This analysis confirms an association between MS and HD. The results indicate that any form of HD presence is a relevant predictor of MS. From the results, it is clear that more severe type HD, for example; ulcers and digital dermatitis have a significantly greater impact on MS. Based on HD presence, the results also indicate the thresholds wherein MS is likely to be suboptimal (MS>0) thus causing a deviation from the optimal walking pattern of a cow.
Original languageEnglish
Number of pages1
Publication statusPublished - 2 Sept 2018
Event10th International Symposium on the Nutrition of Herbivores (ISNH)2018: Herbivore nutrition supporting sustainable intensification and agro-ecological approaches - Polydome congress center, Clermont-Ferrand, France
Duration: 2 Sept 20186 Sept 2018
https://symposium.inra.fr/isnh2018

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Conference/symposium10th International Symposium on the Nutrition of Herbivores (ISNH)2018
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityClermont-Ferrand
Period2/09/186/09/18
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