Prevalence and associated risk factors of hoof deformities in selected areas of Chattogram, Bangladesh

Abstract

study was conducted to assess the occurrence and linked risk elements of diverse hoof abnormalities among dairy and beef cows in several chosen farms located in Chattogram, Bangladesh. The investigation took place from April 2023 to August 2023. A total of 22 cattle farms were investigated and it was discovered that 45% of farms had several deformities, including fissures, cracks, inflammatory lesions, broken hooves, sloughing, and ulcers. The prevalence was higher in cattle raised in intensive settings (70%) than in those raised under semi-intensive (20%) and free-range (10%) conditions. Additional others risk variables included the non-rubber mat floor, energy intake, sufficient space allowance, floor condition and exercise facilities. The study revealed the prevalence of hoof abnormalities in the survey regions as well as risk factors for dairy and beef cattle.