DIAGNÓSTICO PRECOCE E TRATAMENTO DE LAMINITE EM VACAS LEITEIRAS

Abstract

Laminitis in dairy cows is a disease that affects the hooves, causing inflammation of the laminae. It is usually diagnosed in cows that are in Free Stall confinement, with diets rich in concentrate. Environmental factors are also important for the development of this disease. Preventing laminitis is done by trimming the shards and offering a balanced diet. The diagnosis is based on the history of each animal, with lameness as the main characteristic in clinical signs. If not diagnosed early and followed by specific treatment, the animal may be discarded from the herd due to low milk production and generate costs for the producer.