Disbudding involves the removal of the horn forming cells at the base of the calf's bud. There are two common methods
- the hot iron
- chemical cauterization
This session will look at some legislative issues and the technique of both procedures.
At the end of this session you will be able to:
- Explain the welfare legislation in place for disbudding
- Describe the correct technique of using the hot iron
- Describe the procedure of chemical cauterization
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