REDFIELD, Iowa (DTN) -- Excessive rainfall and wet weather can lead to lameness in cattle and eventually foot rot. "Foot rot is a bacterial infection of the foot characterized by swelling and pain, ...

Hoofs grow continually, to make up for wear and tear. Cattle kept in confined areas or soft footing don’t wear their feet down as fast as they grow, and often need periodic hoof trimming. There are a ...

Mud or a wet weather that leaves pastures and pens wet and boggy can present challenges for hoof health in cattle. If feet are continually wet the hoof horn and skin of the feet become softer and more ...

If you want to see a sick look on a rancher's face, watch him or her when their newest, most expensive, curve-bender bull comes hobbling up. Stuff happens. Bulls have a talent for stepping in animal ...