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Claw Affections of Dairy Cows in an Organized Dairy Farm

M. M. A. A. Talukdar
Upazilla Veterinary Hospital, South Surma, Sylhet, Bangladesh.

M. M. Alam
Department of Surgery and Obstetrics, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh.

Y. Mohammed
Department of Surgery and Obstetrics, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh.

M. A. Hossain
Department of Surgery and Obstetrics, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh.

Abstract/ Executive Summary:

The experiment was conducted at Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh dairy farm to study the incidence of claw affections in dairy cow during the period from January to April 2004. A total of 142 cattle were investigated. These animals were studied under 5 groups: Group I (n = 46), age 3 years; Group II (n = 44), age <3 years and Group III (n = 15), age >3 years, Group IV (n = 31), age >4 years and Group V (n = 6), age >5 years. Out of 142 cattle, 27 animals were found to be affected with various claw lesions, the incidence being 19.01%. Hindlimbs are more frequently subjected to claw affections than the forelimbs. Hoof overgrowth and sole ulcer were the most predominant claw affections (22.22% each) followed by inter digital hyperplasia (18.52%), sand crack (18.52%), inter digital dermatitis (7.41%), heel erosion (7.41%) and white line disease (3.70%). Lactating cows of over 4 years were more vulnerable to claw affections as compared to pregnant and dry cows. Calves and heifers had low incidence of claw affections.

Keywords: Claw affections, Dairy cow, Organized dairy farm

Location: Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) Dairy Farm.

Start Date: 00-01-2004

End Date: 00-04-2004

Program Area: Animal Health and Management

Commodity: Cattle

Objectives:

To study the incidence of claw affections in dairy cow

Methodology:

The study was conducted at Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) Dairy Farm from January to April 2004. The categories of cattle used are shown in this study. The movement and normal posture of the cattle were observed to identify the gross affection in the claw and lameness. In presence of lameness, the claws were meticulously examined. Score 0: No lameness, normal gait and behavior; Score 1: Slight lameness, uneven gait or appear tender, possibly with downward extension of head and neck; Score 2: Moderate lameness, difficulty in turning and walking; Score 3: Severe lameness, difficulty in turning, affecting rising and normal behavior, mostly lying down. Affections found in different limbs of the same cattle were recorded and these were taken as a single case. After proper controlling (standing/casting position) of the cattle these two methods were applied. Palpation and percussion were performed to find out the painful condition of the affected area of the claw. Sensitivity was determined by using hoof tester. If the affected area was swollen, then the needle exploration was performed for the diagnosis of the disease. Hoofs were closely observed for any abnormalities or presence of foreign bodies. Manual manipulation Manual manipulation was done for the diagnosis of any painful condition such as trauma.

Source of Information: Bangl. J. Vet. Med. (2005). 3 (2): 110-113.

Article Link (Online Journal): http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjvm.v3i2.11337

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Achievement/Findings:

In this study it was found that the incidence of claw affections was relatively higher due to loss of horny substance and mechanical stress due to concrete flooring systems, which correspond to the study.

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