Cowslips are a leading prosthetic device for lameness in dairy cows. Apply to healthy claw after identifying and treating the damaged area. Follow instructions for a proper fit. Use Cowslip Original (116 mm), Plus (129 mm), or X-Large (140 mm) for different cow sizes. Plus is suitable for Holsteins, Friesians, and Beef breeds.
There is no doubt that Cowslips are the leading prosthetic device for lameness in New Zealand cows. Cowslip was developed in UK by Dr Ernie Logan in the late 1980s, and is now used worldwide. Before fitting a Cowslip the hoof should be lifted and cleaned, and the cause of the lameness determined. (A Cowslip should not be applied until the damaged hoof area is identified, as accidental application to the damaged claw could exacerbate the injury.) Application of the Cowslip to the healthy claw allows relief of load-bearing on the damaged claw so that healing can occur. The Cowslip will slough-off of its own accord in two or three weeks, by which time the affected claw should have recovered. Use the Cowslip 'Original' for all regular-size cows, 'Plus' for large and heavy cows, and 'X-large' for very large and heavy animals.