New Insight into the Prevalence and Risk Factors for Three Distinct Hoof Conformation Traits in UK Commercial Sheep Flocks
Lameness in sheep continues to be a global health, welfare and economic concern. Damaged, misshapen or overgrown feet have the potential to cause lameness either directly, or indirectly. There is a lack of understanding of the predisposing factors for different hoof conformation traits in sheep. Our...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-08-01
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Series: | Veterinary Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2306-7381/8/9/176 |