Vet Varsity Organizes International Workshop On Hoof Management

Apr10,2026 | Jagrati Lahar Bureau | Ludhiana

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana in collaboration with National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) successfully organized an international specialized Hoof Management Workshop, aimed at enhancing the practical skills and scientific understanding of faculty, veterinarians, field officers, and livestock professionals in the area of hoof care and lameness management in dairy animals.

The workshop was conducted under the guidance of esteemed dignitaries, with the gracious presence of Dr. JPS Gill, Vice-Chancellor as the Chief Guest. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from veterinarians of the Animal Husbandry Department, Baani and representatives from collaborating organizations.

A key highlight of the workshop was the expert session delivered by visiting Danish specialists Dr Camilla Brasch Andersen, Chief Consultant, International Cooperation, Danish Food and Veterinary Administration and Fisheries Agency, Dr Nynne Capion, Associate Professor, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen and Anette Vestergaard, Hoof Trimmer, demonstrated advanced hoof trimming techniques, with special emphasis on the White Line Methodology—a globally recognized approach for effective diagnosis and correction of claw lesions in cattle. The live demonstrations and hands-on training provided participants with valuable insights into modern hoof health management practices.

Dr. Gill emphasized the importance of scientific hoof care in improving animal welfare, productivity, and longevity of dairy animals. He appreciated the initiative taken by the institution in bringing international expertise to benefit field veterinarians and farmers.

Dr. S. S. Randhawa, Dean, College of Veterinary Science highlighted that lameness is a major yet often overlooked issue affecting dairy profitability, and such capacity-building programmes play a crucial role in bridging the gap between research and field application. He also highlighted the significant work being carried out by the university in the field of bovine lameness.

Dr. J. Mohindroo, Director of Clinics greeted the dignitaries and participants, and underscored the need for regular training programmes to update veterinarians with evolving technologies and evidence-based practices in livestock healthcare. The NDDB’s support and technical inputs were instrumental in the successful conduct of the programme.

In an interactive session, participants clarified field-level challenges with experts and discussed practical solutions for improving hoof health management in dairy herds.

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