This Lantra approved three day course is structured to accommodate all skill levels, from those that have never trimmed a cow’s foot before to experienced trimmers who wish to update their skills and knowledge. The training course teaches an updated (for the modern cow size and environment) Five Step Functional Hoof Trimming Method. The courses provide more in-depth training and knowledge on anatomy, recognition of lesions, their causes and treatment, success factors for improving mobility on farm, and practical trimming on both cadaver limbs and live cows.

Day 1: A mix of theory and practical, with a cadaver-limb training session after lunch

Day 2: On-farm practical trimming/blocking training on live cows

Day 3: Further on-farm practical training and competency assessments

Completion of the course requires passing a practical and theory exam, and attendees will leave with confidence in both routine and therapeutic trimming.

£775 + VAT per person. 50% discount for health club members. Fee includes refreshments, lunches, all learning materials and equipment used during practical sessions.

Date: 9th – 11th November
Location: Day 1, Larkmead Vets OX10, Day 2 & 3 On-farm TBA

Book your space: farm@larkmead.co.uk

Please let the office know if you are looking to attend and they will contact you once a date has been agreed.

Next session: TBC – please register interest with the office farm@larkmead.co.uk 

Farm Assurance Guidelines recommend that at least one member of each farm team has undertaken training (within the last 5 years) and holds a certificate in administering medicines.

This workshop will:

• Improve knowledge of different medicines available on farm and improve decision making
• Safely administer medicines to animals under your care
• Record medicine use in accordance with legislation
• Store and maintain medicines on farm in accordance with legislation and farm assurance requirements.
• Describe the difference between vaccines and treatments and the different legislative classes including antibiotics
• Describe the basic classes of anthelmintics and the need for veterinary or SQP guidance on their use
• Understand the actions of an NSAID and when they should be used
• Understand the responsibility of those administering medicines to farm animals

Workshop cost:

• £75 per person (50% discount for Health Club members)

Lunch and Certificate of Attendance provided

If you are interested in attending one of these workshops, please phone the office on 01491 651479 or email farm@larkmead.co.uk to be added to our interest list.