Table 3 Scoring methodology for visual lameness observations
Score | |
|---|---|
Observation whilst standing | |
Full weight bearing (touching of the 4 digital pads on the ground) | 0 |
Partial weight bearing (touching of 3 or less digital pads on the ground) | 1 |
No weight bearing to toe touching | 2 |
Observation whilst walking | |
Full weight bearing, no lameness | 0 |
Slight lameness (including intermittent) with partial weight bearing (75%): lameness barely perceptible throughout almost the whole observation period | 1 |
Moderate lameness with partial weight bearing (□ 50%): the animal rests the limb on the ground slightly | 2 |
Severe lameness with no weight bearing: the animal uses its limb but it does not put its weight on the limb and/or avoid putting the limb on the ground | 3 |