Dr. Laura Solano: Digital Dermatitis & Lameness in Dairy Cattle | Ep. 130

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Laura Solano from the University of Wisconsin–Madison discusses the challenges of digital dermatitis, which affects up to 95% of large dairy operations and around 70% of all US dairies. She explores its impact on cattle health and production, along with effective management strategies. Discover the importance of cow comfort and how it plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy hooves for a healthy herd. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Digital dermatitis is a bacterial infectious disease, driven by gram-negative bacteria, causing painful lesions in cattle's hooves." 

Meet the guest: Dr. Laura Solano is an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, where she focuses on dairy cattle health, emphasizing epidemiology, lameness, and hoof health. She holds a Ph.D. in Veterinary Epidemiology from the University of Calgary, complemented by a postdoctoral fellowship in the Animal Welfare Program at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Solano is dedicated to advancing herd management practices through cutting-edge research and education.

What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:30) Introduction
• (04:33) Digital dermatitis
• (07:50) Economic impact
• (11:52) Risk factors & prevalence
• (15:58) Prevention strategies
• (22:55) Effective treatment
• (31:55) Final three questions

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