how do you get rid of harry hoof warts on beef cattle?

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"harry hoofwarts"? isn't that the name of some kids' book about sorcery?

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It is found primarily in adult dairy cattle in confinement. The incidence is lower in dairy cattle on pasture, and is rarely diagnosed in beef cattle. It has been diagnosed in cattle as young as 6 months of age.
HERE ARE SOME SIGNS TO BE SURE:
The disease usually starts as an extremely painful, reddened, rough, raised area of skin on the back of the rear feet just above the division of the toes. It is occasionally seen on the front of the rear feet and the front feet. When viewed closely the hairs of the skin tend to be erect, giving the lesion a hairy appearance. Cattle affected with digital dermatitis generally have no fever and will eat if given the opportunity. Cattle often stand on their toes and are reluctant to place weight on their affected heels (1). Cause. The exact cause of digital dermatitis is still unknown. From culture results and the favorable response to antibiotic therapy, most people agree that the cause is one or more bacteria.
HERE IS TREATMENT IF NEEDED:
The therapeutic goal is to control the deep infection of the skin. Daily, topical antibiotic sprays (see Table 1) on the lesion have been successful in eliminating the infection. Five to 10% formalin solutions sprayed directly on the lesion as the cows come into the parlor have had limited success. Spraying formalin often causes cow discomfort and is a health risk for the milkers plus it creates an undesirable work environment. Although labor intensive, topical antibiotics (Tetracycline solution) covered with a loose bandage have been effective as a one-time treatment, but reinfections can occur. The bandage is removed in 3 to 5 days. Antibacterial agents injected systemically require large doses to control the infection. Results to systemic therapy have been poor. It is beneficial to remove the mud, manure, and debris to allow penetration of the antibacterial agent prior to any form of topical therapy.

Topical treatment for hairy heel warts (digital dermatitis) (2)

Product
Terramycin 343(Pfizer) Terramycin, soluble powder (Pfizer) --1 packet (102.4 grams) in 1 gallon of distilled water
Lincomix, soluble powder (Upjohn) -- 1 to 2 packets (10 grams) in 1 quart of distilled water 1 packet in 2 quarts of distilled water

Directions
Use as a topical spray at the rate of 10 to 20 cc per foot. Apply to heels and between toes plus on visible lesions.

Treatment Regimen*
Week 1: Treat all feet of all cows once daily for 5 to 7 consecutive days. Week 2 and beyond: Continue daily topical treatment of all cows with visible lesions only.

CAUTION: *This is an Extra Label Use of these products. Consult your local veterinarian for proper labeling and further instructions.
Footbath recommendations to control hairy heel warts (digital dermatitis)

Product
Formalin -- 0.1% Mixing Instructions 1 gallon of formalin in 20 gallons of water, use daily.
5% Copper sulfate -- 5 to 10 pounds of copper sulfate in 8.5 gallons of water,
use daily
5 to 10% Tetracycline* -- 4 grams of Tetracycline in 25 gallons of water,
use twice weekly.

Precautions
1. Place footbath in return alley, not in the parlor.
2. Wash dirt and manure off of the cow's feet prior to walking through the footbath. 5 to 10 pounds of copper sulfate in 8.5 gallons of water.
3. Change the footbath when contaminated or after 500 cows have passed through it.

CAUTION: *This is an Extra Label Use of this product. Consult your local veterinarian for proper labeling and further instructions.

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