Glossary: Claw Trimming Data

Term:

Claw Trimming Data

Abbreviation:
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Definition:
Several studies have shown that data recorded by hoof trimmers are suitable for genetic evaluation of claw health (Häggman and Juga 2013; Koenig et al. 2005; van Pelt 2015). Claw disorders are included in the comprehensive ICAR Central Health Key, that is consistent with the ICAR Standard for claw data recording and the ICAR Claw Health Atlas (see appendix of the ICAR Health guidelines). These standards should be referred to in electronic systems supposed to facilitate data recording in connection with claw trimming. The high coverage and regular structure of the claw trimming data make them highly valuable for analyses, and these guidelines will focus on that source of information on claw health

Reference:
ICAR Guideline

Guidelines for Claw Health Traits in Bovine

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