Hoof protection




eimü Hoof-Sprint Spray
eeimü Hoof-Sprint Spray is the preventive disinfectant spray to protect the hoof health of cows and young cattle. Germs that cause infectious hoof diseases are killed immediately and reliably. Spraying also forms a Hydro-Protect film on the sensitive skin in the bale area, which protects against negative influences from the barn environment and increases resistance. The addition of special surfactants significantly improves the effectiveness of the disinfection - this is particularly important when hooves are dirty. Simple spraying with a low-pressure hand sprayer guarantees fast and accurate application. eimü Hoof-Sprint Spray can also be used with automatic spraying systems.Active ingredient: Glutaraldehyde 10 g / 100 g (CAS:111-30-8,EC: 203-856-5). Salicylic acid 1 g / 100 g (CAS: 69-72-7, EC: 200-712-3). Application: Manual: undiluted with a low-pressure hand sprayer, 2 times a week, cows and young cattle, pre-cleaning recommended depending on degree of soiling.For professional use only.Automated: Depending on the hygiene status, apply 2 times a week in a concentrationof 25 - 50 %.Authorisation number:DE/AT: N-69378CH: CHZN5257BAuA number: N-69378Use biocides safely. Warnings and important notesBiocide adviceUse biocidal products with care. Always read the label and product information before use.Warning notice Danger H-phrases H302/332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. P-phrases P260.1 Do not breathe dusts or mists. P264.1 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P280.7 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection P304/340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305/351/338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310.4 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P501 Dispose of contents/container to to hazardous or special waste collection point

Content: 25 Kilogramm (€10.83 / 1 Kilogramm)

€270.80
eimü Hoof-Sprint Pad - Mini-Pack
Size: 12
eimü Hoof-Sprint Pad is an anatomically shaped padding for claw bandages. A film on the outside keeps water and dirt out. The inside absorbs moisture and supports the application success. The special shape facilitates the application of hoof bandages and reliably covers the area of the bale, inter-claw gap and coronary band. Ideally suited for use with eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute.

€9.06
eimü Hoof-Sprint Bandages
The eimü Hoof-Sprint Bandage is optimally adapted for use with eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute and eimü Hoof-Sprint Pad. The special elasticity protects against the bandage cutting into the skin. The strong self-adhesive effect is activated by the cow's body heat and ensures long durability in the stable environment. One roll with 6 meters length is sufficient for at least 2 wraps and makes the eimü Hoof-Sprint bandage an efficient must for claw care.User tip: In low outdoor temperatures, store at room temperature before use or use a heat box.

€46.70
eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute-Set
The eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute Set is the immediate aid package for claw protection and is based on the reliable remedy of eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute. The user receives material for at least 24 individual animal applications.Application: - Thoroughly clean hoof skin with water and then dry off- Apply eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute selectively, cover with an eimü Hoof-Sprint Pad and fix with eimü Hoof-Sprint Bandage - After 6 to 10 days at the latest, remove the bandage and renew if necessaryPlease note: one roll of eimü Hoof-Sprint Bandage is sufficient for at least 2 hoof bandages!Warnings and important notesWarning notice Danger H-phrases H302 Harmful if swallowed. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H361.F0D2 Suspected of damaging the unborn child. P-phrases P264.1 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P280.4 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing and eye/face protection. P301/330/331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P305/351/338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P501.2 Dispose of contens/container in accordance with local offical regulations.

€85.89
eimü Hoof-Sprint Hardener +
Size: 25 kg
eimü Hoof-Sprint Hardener+ protects the claws of cows and young cattle from negative influences of the stable environment by application in the claw bath. Due to the special copper formulation, the claw horn g is strengthened and thus protected from the stressful environmental influences. In addition, regular application ensures a sustainable improvement in the hygiene status of the entire herd. The innovative formulation simplifies handling for the user and increases the efficiency of the claw bath - no cumbersome mixing, can also be used at low temperatures. Can be ideally combined in weekly alternation with eimü Hoof-Sprint Spray. Application: If the hygiene status of the animals is good, a claw bath once a week at 1-2% application concentration. Otherwise, over 4 - 6 weeks at least twice a week, at 3 - 5% concentration.Always mix fresh and ensure sufficient immersion depth.Warnings and important notesWarning notice Danger H-phrases H290 May be corrosive to metals. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. P-phrases P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P234 Keep only in original packaging. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280.4 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing and eye/face protection. P303/361/353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P305/351/338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container to to hazardous or special waste collection point

Content: 25 Kilogramm (€8.38 / 1 Kilogramm)

€209.40
eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute
eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute is a highly effective balm for the sustainable protection of hoof health. Especially in free stall barns of cows and youngstock, were hoof diseases such as dermatitis digitalis are a common problems. The targeted application in the bale area promotes self-healing and achieves rapid regeneration. The simple application and support of an eimü Hoof-Sprint Pad + eimü Hoof-Sprint Bandage ensures the success of the application. Application: - Thoroughly clean claw skin with water and then dry off- Apply eimü Hoof-Sprint Acute selectively, cover with a pad (eimü Hoof-Sprint Pad) and fix with a bandage (eimü Hoof-Sprint Bandage) - Remove the bandage after 6 to 14 days at the latest and renew if necessaryWarnings and important notesWarning notice Danger H-phrases H302 Harmful if swallowed. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H361.F0D2 Suspected of damaging the unborn child. P-phrases P264.1 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P280.4 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing and eye/face protection. P301/330/331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P305/351/338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P501.2 Dispose of contens/container in accordance with local offical regulations.

Content: 0.5 Liter (€63.80 / 1 Liter)

€31.90
Claw diseases are one of the most common reasons for cattle to die. Claw protection and keeping the hoof healthy are therefore an important aspect of cattle farming. To be able to act correctly, it is important to be familiar with the anatomy of the claw.

As claw problems often have a multifactorial origin, the importance of claw diseases and the factors influencing claw health must be recognised. This is the only way to successfully recognise and implement preventive measures.

Anatomical basics of the claw

Optimum claw health is the basis for efficient and economical milk production. Prolonged walking or standing on hard ground is not part of the natural behaviour of cows. Various anatomical structures are summarised under the generic term claw. These essentially include bony components, tendons and ligaments as well as the actual horn capsule that surrounds the claw for protection. The horn capsule is constantly renewed throughout a cow's life in order to counteract mechanical abrasion processes. The horn layer is built up so strongly that it can bear the body load without damaging the underlying, more sensitive layers. The outer, protective horny layer is followed by various layers of skin on the inside, which are responsible both for the formation of new horn and for nourishing the already formed horn. The inner bony part consists of a total of four different components, which are connected to each other by various tendons and ligaments. The inner part of the claw is usually very well supplied with blood and thus ensures the supply of nutrients. The claw is subject to constant biomechanics as a result of the animal's weight bearing. The soft pad yields under load and causes the claw to expand. When the claw is subsequently relieved, the pad contracts again. This mechanism is extremely important for the optimal function of the claw.

Significance of claw diseases

It is assumed that up to 80 % of the animals in a loose housing herd show some kind of changes to their hooves. Although these do not always necessarily lead to lameness, they certainly reduce the well-being of the animals and therefore also the profitability of the farms.
On the one hand, the costs of claw diseases are already directly visible through an increased frequency of treatment or increased veterinary costs. On the other hand, there are also indirect costs resulting from the influence of claw diseases on the general well-being of the animals. Cows with hoof problems lie longer, spend less time at the feed table and therefore tend to be less productive. Numerous studies have shown that moderate lameness reduces dry matter intake by up to three per cent on average and that the average milk yield is reduced by an average of five per cent as a result. Claw diseases also play an important role with regard to fertility: lame animals show their oestrus less pronounced, are therefore not recognised in time for insemination and thus cause poorer fertility figures. Only a maximum of 10 % lame animals in a herd is economically tolerable. In the interests of animal welfare, however, the figure should be significantly lower.

Did you know that...        
...hoof problems are one of the three most important causes of disposals?        
...the costs of claw diseases are categorised as direct and indirect?        
...the economic importance of lame animals is enormous?

Factors influencing claw health

In general, the factors influencing claw health can be divided into the following four areas:
  • the feeding
Feeding that is not appropriate for ruminants can have an enormous negative impact on claw health in a herd. This includes factors such as ration design, feeding intensity and feed quality. However, a lack of certain nutrients can also contribute to a deterioration in the claw status of a herd.

  • the environment
When it comes to environmental factors, the climate and the condition of the walking surfaces play a particularly important role in terms of hoof health. Wet and dirty walking surfaces pose a high risk of infection, as claw-specific pathogens can spread and be transmitted easily. At the same time, a damp environment reduces the dry matter content of the horn, making the hoof more susceptible to pathogens

  • Animal-specific factors
In addition to age and genetics, the level of performance also plays a role. In general, the more stressed the individual animal is due to previous illnesses or immunosuppression, the higher the risk of claw diseases. For example, animals often show a higher risk of claw problems in the period close to birth.

  • the management

The management of the animals reflects the influencing factor with the greatest possible and quickest realisable impact. Regular animal observation and individualised animal treatment are essential.

Preventive measures

An optimal prevention strategy must always be seen as a holistic operating concept. All influencing factors must be considered and optimised if necessary. It is also important to regularly check and document the claw status of the herd so that an immediate response can be made if problems arise. Essential measures for optimising hoof condition in the herd include
  • 3 x per year routine hoof trimming and treatment of conspicuous animals
  • Keep claws clean by cleaning them regularly
  • Non-adhesive box bedding
  • Regular cleaning of the running surfaces
During individualised hoof care, attention should be paid to changes. Conspicuous animals must be treated and cared for correctly and continue to be observed. If necessary, the affected animals must also be retreated.

The use of hoof baths has proven itself in practice as a supportive measure. These can be applied to the entire herd quickly and with little effort. Depending on the properties/product, claw baths can stabilise the claw horn and thus protect the claw from environmental influences.

If the product is to have a disinfectant effect, it must be registered. This is usually done as a biocidal product with a corresponding registration number from the Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The use of over-the-counter veterinary medicinal products with an authorisation number from the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety is also permitted. Claw baths without pharmacy-only ingredients can be used as cleaning and care products and aim to reduce the risk of diseases by optimising claw hygiene.

Did you know that...

       ...preventive measures have a major influence on hoof health?

       ...hygiene also plays an important role in claw diseases?

       ...eimü® has a tried and tested portfolio of special claw products for you?