Consistency and reliability are key in business – Graeme Parker, The Hoof GP
Graeme Parker is a hoof trimmer living and working in South West Scotland. He’s been involved with agriculture his entire life. Graeme trims around 16k – 17k cattle per year. ‘I want to use the best tools in the business so that I can complete my service to the best of my abilities.’ The world
Cow’s thin soles and over trimming: they go hand in hand
The sole on a cow’s claw protects it from outside harm, similar to the sole of a shoe on a human foot. Having thin soles is similar to wearing thin or worn shoe soles. The feet are more vulnerable to ground surfaces when they lack that extra layer of protection. Since cows are on their