About Walkease
Walkease blocks are made from specially formulated Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA). The EVA block is glued to the hoof with a cyanoacrylate adhesive – our special one-step glue.
Early InterventionWalkease are intended to help repair minor hoof injuries – it is an early-intervention treatment system. This is the ideal way to treat a wide range of ailments such as thin soles, bruising, white line and other conditions needing 2-3 weeks of elevation.
Low maintenanceWalkease blocks do not need to be removed. They will come off naturally after 2-3 weeks which is enough healing time for most non-serious injuries and disease.
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In case of serious injuryIf the hoof injury is more serious, requiring longer-term elevation, Walkease blocks may need to be applied repeatedly, or we would recommend using one of the other longer term prosthetic claw systems available on the market.
Glue activationWalkease glue is different to most other hoof-block adhesives. The natural moisture in the hoof and in the atmosphere is required to activate the glue.
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Tips for using Walkease
The hoof must not be artificially dried (hot air or alcohol). In very cold weather, when the air is very dry, more time might be required to activate the glue - breathing closely on the glued surface a few times before application to the hoof will help. Learn more about Walkease glue here.
To get the best shelf life out of your glue, it should be stored in a refrigerator. When you are ready to use the glue, bring it up to room temperature by holding it in your hand or pocket for a while beforehand. Do not refrigerate after opening.
To get the best shelf life out of your glue, it should be stored in a refrigerator. When you are ready to use the glue, bring it up to room temperature by holding it in your hand or pocket for a while beforehand. Do not refrigerate after opening.
What people are saying about using Walkease
"We blocked about 50 cows and, until this moment, no re-checking was requested by farmers. Some cows run from the chute at the end of the application, and the floor area is often wet, but no block has ever come off.
On other farms cows, have to bend themselves and turn for walking along the exit lane and around sharp corners. The system works in those conditions too. It also gives great support to the heel in case of toe ulcers."
-Stefano Tarantino, Italy
On other farms cows, have to bend themselves and turn for walking along the exit lane and around sharp corners. The system works in those conditions too. It also gives great support to the heel in case of toe ulcers."
-Stefano Tarantino, Italy
“Blocking feet is a key to reducing pain and quickly getting lame cows back in the milking herd. Over a season I block about 60% of the hoof injuries I treat. Serious cases need a block that lasts for a minimum of 3 weeks. However, less severe cases do benefit from blocking for ten days to two weeks.
I find Walkease blocks a cost effective solution for these milder cases of lameness. The low cost, the ease and speed of application makes them a good choice. Fitting a Walkease block takes me about three and a half minutes in total, after treating the injured claw. A feature of the Walkease block is that it wears evenly, and thus does not need removal as wood blocks can do. Even for the heavier cows I am surprised how effective the Walkease block can be.”
-Neil Chesterton, BVSc, NZ
I find Walkease blocks a cost effective solution for these milder cases of lameness. The low cost, the ease and speed of application makes them a good choice. Fitting a Walkease block takes me about three and a half minutes in total, after treating the injured claw. A feature of the Walkease block is that it wears evenly, and thus does not need removal as wood blocks can do. Even for the heavier cows I am surprised how effective the Walkease block can be.”
-Neil Chesterton, BVSc, NZ
