“Learn how to properly trim cow hooves with this comprehensive training. Step-by-step guidance on hoof care techniques, tools, and best practices to ensure your cattle’s health and well-being.”
Master hoof care with professional craftsmanship.
In the Professional Training in Hoof Trimming, you will learn how a hoof trimmer works professionally and how to advise farmers on hoof health at a dairy farm.
How it works
Register via the green button on this page.After registration, you will have an intake interview, during which it will be determined whether you have sufficient practical experience to start this training.
Following this intake, you will be officially admitted to the professional training.
If the result is insufficient, you will be advised not to participate and/or to gain more hours of hoof care experience before joining. A second screening may then be necessary, and possibly entry into the next group.
At the end of the professional training, there will be an exam. If you pass, you will be officially certified as a Professional Cattle Hoof Trimmer.
Essence
Essence
During the initial week of the practical portion, you will learn how to handle a knife and shears and how to treat hooves functionally. Later, the use of an angle grinder will be covered. The theoretical part addresses how to recognize hoof and foot disorders and their causes. You will also learn how to advise farmers on improving hoof health at the dairy farm. Additionally, several sessions with speakers on current topics will be included. The training is conducted in collaboration with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Utrecht University.
During the training, the following topics will be covered:
Practical hoof care at various dairy farms
Maintenance and use of hoof care equipment
Application of hoof blocks
Detection of lameness and risk factors
Working safely
Structure and function of the lower limb
Identifying and explaining causes and farm measures for preventing or treating disorders
Attention to specific hoof disorders
When should a veterinarian intervene?
Advising farmers using the “Grip on Hooves” project approach
Results after the training
Results after the training
After the training, you will be able to:
Perform hoof care professionally
Detect hoof disorders in a timely manner and treat them effectively
Advise farmers on improving hoof health
What other participants say about the Professional Training in Hoof Trimming
“Great course, learned a lot, and really gained the confidence to go out independently.”
“A course that every professional hoof trimmer should take.”
DTC is accredited for this professional training by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University.
Date and location
Duration and location
Location: Oenkerk Prerequisites: Experience in hoof trimming is required and will be assessed through screening by the instructor. Study Load: 140 hours Certification: Diploma Target Audience: Individuals who will be working professionally in cattle hoof care Study Materials: Provided online during the training Duration: 15 days Start Week: November 11 to 15, 2024, followed by various dates spread over the year Time: 09:00 – 17:00 Minimum Number of Participants: 6 Maximum Number of Participants: 8
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