Title
Document Type
Report
Report Number
93-16
Publication Date
1993
Keywords
lameness, toe abscess, infection
Summary
Toe abscesses were diagnosed in five Midwestern feedlot lameness outbreaks submitted to the Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory during the 1992-93 winter. Affected cattle developed severe lameness from 3 days to 3 weeks after feedlot arrival. Close examination of feet revealed abnormal hoof wear, separation of the hoof wall from the sole, and drainage and swelling of affected feet. Treatment of the problem included corrective foot trimming to allow drainage and antibiotic therapy. Causes of the problem included abrasive and traumatic injuries which allowed bacteria to infect the foot. Hooves were softer and more prone to damage because of unusually wet weather conditions the previous summer and fall. Prevention tips include bedding rough surfaces and preventing traumatic foot injuries.
Number of Pages
3
Format
application/pdf
Language
en
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Rights
Copyright © 1993 South Dakota State University.
Recommended Citation
Miskimins, Dale W., "Bovine Toe Abscesses" (1993). South Dakota Beef Report, 1993. 17.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/sd_beefreport_1993/17