American Angus Association collecting hoof scores to generate expected progeny differences.
Shauna Rose Hermel
Angus Journal
Cattle that don’t have the proper pastern set often tend to have shallow heels, he noted. As they sit back on their heels, they don’t get as much wear on their toes, so the toes tend to grow out. This can cause lameness in especially the rear limbs, though the front limbs can be affected, too.
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