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Observations of Cattle Hoof Health and Performance Over Time in Deep Bedded Monoslope Buildings

Author: Garland R. Dahlke (Iowa State University)

Abstract

The use of deep bedded, monoslope, cattle barns without complete manure removal can have negative implications regarding foot health and subsequent performance of feedlot cattle over time. More frequent manure removal may be part of the solution.

Keywords: Cattle hoof health, Deep bedded monoslope cattle building

How to Cite: Dahlke, G. R. (2022) “Observations of Cattle Hoof Health and Performance Over Time in Deep Bedded Monoslope Buildings”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report. 18(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/air.12564