How to Prevent Mastitis in Dairy Cows with Veterinary Medicine
What is Mastitis?
Mastitis is an udder infection caused by bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus and Ecoli.
Mastitis comes in two types:?
✅ Clinical – Swelling, redness, and abnormal milk ✅ Subclinical – No visible signs but reduced milk quality
Intramammary Antibiotics – Treats active infections Systemic Antibiotics – Used for severe cases Anti-inflammatory Drugs – Reduces pain and swelling Milk Stripping – Helps flush bacteria
Treating Mastitis
✔ Teat Disinfection – Before & after milking ✔ Vaccination – Protects against major pathogens ✔ Proper Nutrition – Vitamins & minerals boost immunity ✔ Hygienic Milking & Housing – Clean, dry bedding reduces infections
Preventing Mastitis
✅ Regular Somatic Cell Count (SCC) testing ✅ California Mastitis Test (CMT) ✅ pH strip test to detect changes in milk quality
Monitoring & Early Detection
🐄 Happy cows = Healthy cows! ✔ Reduce overcrowding ✔ Provide comfortable bedding ✔ Maintain proper ventilation
Stress Reduction & Cow Comfort