One-Day Hoof Trimming Course

From Anatomy to Angle Grinders: In this course, you will learn hoof trimming from the ground up while strengthening your knowledge of hooves and proper trimming and treatment techniques.

 

Make a Difference for Your Cows with the Right Knowledge

The hoof trimming course is aimed at those who would like to learn how to perform hoof trimming and treatment on dairy cows.

The teaching is based on your individual prerequisites, and you can participate whether you are a complete beginner or already have considerable experience. Whether you are a farmer or an employee, the course is designed to strengthen your professional foundation in hoof care, both theoretically and practically, so that you gain a solid understanding of hoof trimming techniques.

The course focuses on providing you with practical skills that you can take home and apply directly in your daily work.

 

Course Structure and Content

The course combines theory and practice, giving you thorough knowledge of hooves and ample opportunity to train your practical trimming skills on slaughtered legs.
The instruction is delivered by an experienced hoof trimmer and hoof care advisor. You will receive a comprehensive introduction to hoof anatomy and health, as well as proper trimming techniques following the White Line Atlas method.
You will then practice trimming in a practical setting – including using an angle grinder, which you will have the opportunity to become familiar with. Additionally, you will learn how to treat hoof injuries, apply bandages, and attach hoof shoes.

Theoretical topics include:
 
Anatomy and hoof care

• Anatomy
• Trimming
• Hoof diseases
• Treatment and prevention

 

Practical hoof trimming

• Trimming techniques
• Use of a hoof knife
• Bandages and hoof shoes

Practical Information

Date: October 29th
Location: Nordjyllands Landbrugsskole, Lundbæk, Halkjærvej3, 9240 Nibe
Time: 8:00 - 16:00
Price: 2,500 DKK per participant. The price includes morning coffee, lunch, afternoon coffee, teaching, and materials for practical exercises.
Language: This course will be held in English.

There is a participant limit of 10 to ensure that everyone gets the most out of the course. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. If there are not enough participants to form a class, we reserve the right to cancel the course.

 

Additional Information

If you would like more information or have questions about the course, feel free to contact course leader Anne Mette Danscher at phone 5434 1338 or Berit Lindgaard at phone 8728 2000.

If you encounter any problems, please contact VikingDanmark at phone 8728 2000 or email bel@vikingdanmark.dk.