Recent moisture and wet ground has led to some producer questions about the cause, prevention and treatment of foot rot. Foot rot is a sub-acute or acute necrotic -- decaying -- infectious disease of cattle, causing swelling and lameness in at least one foot.
Treat, prevent foot rot
A fairly severe case of foot rot is displayed. Notice the decayed tissue at the heel and separation of the hoof wall.
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