Preventing Mastitis: Protecting Your Herd's Udder Health

Preventing Mastitis in Murrah Buffaloes

Mastitis (udder infection) causes huge losses by turning good milk into waste and potentially permanently damaging the udder.

Detection

• Milk looks watery or has flakes/clots.
• Udder feels hot, hard, or swollen.
• Animal kicks during milking due to pain.

Prevention Checklist

1. Hygiene: Wash hands and udder with potassium permanganate solution before milking.
2. Post-Milking Dip: Dip teats in a germicide solution immediately after milking.
3. Stand Time: Keep the buffalo standing for 30 minutes after milking (offer fresh food) to allow the teat canal to close.
4. Dry Bedding: Bacteria thrive in wet mud. Keep the sitting area dry and limed.