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Udder Care
The udder requires constant care to keep healthy. There
are a variety of ointments available to keep the udder
soft so that it will not chap or crack. Then there are
disinfectants in ointment and liquid from teats and udder.
Special ointments and creams are available to treat infections
as well.
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Milk fever is also a common problem. Injectable solutions
are available to manage this condition. B.B. JELL-UDDER BALM
DIN 00250341
Indications:
B.B. Jell-Udder Balm can be used for all farm animals. It acts as a softening and protective ointment for chapped and damaged udders and teats of cows, mares, and ewes. It can even be used when cowpox is present. B.B. Jell can also be used to lubricate teat dilators and teat tubes. Its soothing and antiseptic ingredients are good for treating all wounds, cuts, and abrasions of horses and all livestock.
Dosage & Administration:
General Use: Apply liberally to the affected area and rub in well. Repeat as necessary
Chapped & Damaged Teats: Apply twice daily at milking times. Massage in well.
Caution(s):
For veterinary use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Composition:
B.B. Jell-Udder Balm contains 2 % carbolic acid in an emollient ointment base.
Presentation/Packing:
400 gram jar; 12 jars/carton
2 kg pail; 4 pails/carton
LANOVET OINTMENT
DIN 00509043
Indications:
A soothing emollient ointment for use in the treatment of minor external teat injuries, fissures, and chapped teats of cattle.
Dosage & Administration:
Lanovet Ointment may be applied freely after each milking. When teats are painful and swollen, apply sparingly just before milking to give relief and permit easier milking.
Caution(s):
In case of deep or puncture wounds consult a veterinarian. If redness, irritation or swelling persists or increases, discontinue use and consult a veterinarian.
For veterinary use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Composition:
Each gram contains:
2.0 % Methyl Salicylate
5.0% Lanolin
in a petroleum base.
Presentation/Packing:
200 gram & 400 gram jars; 12 jars/carton
2 kg pail; 4 pails/carton
NITRO OINTMENT
DIN 00334308
Indications:
As an aid in the treatment of topical bacterial infections associated with some bacteria susceptible to nitrofurazone in horses.
Dosage & Administration:
Clean area with soap and water. Dry thoroughly. Apply ointment directly to affected area, or first place on a piece of gauze directly in contact with the affected area or use a bandage. Keep ointment in contact with the lesion for 12 to 24 hours. For a wet dressing, dilute with 2 to 3 parts of sterile water or saline, and apply several times daily.
Caution(s):
For deep wounds or body cavities, use only as directed by a veterinarian. If redness, irritation or swelling persists, consult a veterinarian. For veterinary use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Warning(s):
This drug is not to be administered to horses that are to be slaughtered for food. Do not use in food producing animals.
Composition:
Each gram contains:
2 mg Nitrofurazone
in a water soluble polyglycol base.
Presentation/Packing:
200 gram & 400 gram jars; 12 jars/carton
2 kg pail; 4 pails/carton
PETROLATUM AMBER N.F.
DIN 00336858
Indications:
A soothing dressing for burns cuts, sunburn and scrapes.
Dosage & Administration:
Apply as necessary to affected area.
Caution(s):
For veterinary use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Composition:
100% Petrolatum
Presentation/Packing:
400 gram jar; 12 jars/carton
2 kg pail; 4 pails/carton
RED UDDER OINTMENT
DIN 00499064
Indications:
A soothing and protective ointment for use in the treatment of surface wounds, cuts, abrasions of teats and mammary glands of all farm animals. Also effective in the prevention of cracked and chapped teats and udders, chapped skin, and skin abrasions.
Dosage & Administration:
Rub Red Udder Ointment liberally into the affected area twice daily until the condition improves. Then for best results, use daily. Be sure to wash teats and udders thoroughly with soap and water before milking.
Caution(s):
In case of deep or puncture wounds consult a veterinarian. If redness, irritation, or swelling persists or increases, discontinue use and consult a veterinarian. For veterinary use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Composition:
Each gram contains:
0.5 % Phenol
1.0 % Eucalyptol
0.5 % Methyl Salicylate
0.5 % Camphor
in an emollient base.
Presentation/Packing:
200 gram & 400 gram jars; 12 jars/carton
2 kg pail; 4 pails/carton
SULFA UREA CREAM
DIN 00502936
Indications:
A topical antibacterial agent for the treatment of infections caused by organisms susceptible to "sulfas". Also for use in the treatment of skin conditions.
Dosage & Administration:
Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected tissue twice daily or as directed by a veterinarian.
Caution(s):
For veterinary use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Composition:
Each gram contains:
38.8 mg Sulfanilamide
38.8 mg Sulfathiazole
98.8 mg Urea
Presentation/Packing:
200 gram & 400 gram jars; 12 jars/carton
GERMICIDAL TEAT DIP
DIN 00523704
Indications:
Germicidal Teat Dip is indicated for use as an aid in the control of bacteria that cause mastitis.
Dosage & Administration:
Use full strength immediately after each cow is milked. Dip the teats in Germicidal Teat Dip when a cow is being dried off. The teats should be dipped once a day for 3 to 4 days after the last milking. Wash the cow’s udder and teats before milking.
Caution(s):
Avoid contact with food. Do not use for cleaning and/or sanitizing milk equipment.
For veterinary use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Composition:
(nonylphenyl) hydroxypoly (oxyethylene) iodine complex equivalent to 1% minimum titratable iodine.
Presentation/Packing:
4 Litre jug; 4 jugs/carton
Poor udder health effects farmers financially in many ways, not simply through the cost of treatments and veterinary fees, but also other indirect costs such as discarded milk, reduced milk yield and quality, fertility problems, etc.. Udder care is of primary importance in the day to day maintenance of your herd.
Poor udder health is one of the most costly conditions in national dairy herds and is the reason for culling 27% of dairy cows from the national herd each year.
Take a look at our udder health problems and solutions
pages and work out how much poor udder health is costing you.
Poor udder health and mastitis is one of the most costly conditions in national dairy herds and is the reason for culling 27% of dairy cows from the national herd each year.*
Mastitis effects farmers financially in many ways, not only through the cost of mastitis treatments and veterinary costs, but also other indirect costs such as discarded milk, reduced milk yield and quality, fertility problems, higher replacement costs, loss of genetic potential and extra labour requirements. The average cost of one clinical case of mastitis is considered to be around £211*. With the average incidence of clinical mastitis in the UK in 1999 being around 45 cases per 100 cows a year, that's £9,495.
process which improves udder health and can eliminate cases of mastitis, is an effective, consistent milking routine. Although some of the procedures recommended may take additional time at milking, the financial rewards will be worth it: -
· less incidences of mastitis
· cleaner milk production
· increased milk yield
· greater cow comfort
This is one of the most important measures in preventing your cows getting mastitis.
Pre-dipping is one of the best ways of reducing environmental mastitis and TBCs, killing bacteria present on the teats before the cow is milked. It is becoming moreand more popular as milk buyers impose stricter hygiene rules and many farmers are seeing the significant benefits for themselves.Also, having a pre-cleansing routine increases the rate of milk let down. The hormone Oxytocin is required to enable a cow to fully let down the bulk of her milk. A sucking calf or a gentle pre-milking routine is the only way for the cow to release this hormone and let-down her milk more fully. If a milking machine is placed on the cows teat without her receiving stimulation then it is only the left over milk which will leave the teat. Disinfectant is applied just before milking and teats must be wiped clean before the cluster is attached. Teat disinfection should be carried out throughout the year to keep infections at bay. Post-dipping is of major importance in controlling contagious mastitis. It kills bacteria present on the teat end, which has been transferred onto the liners from the previous cow milked. It also kills bacteria in teat sores and can improve teat condition. Post dipping or spraying must be carried out as soon as the cluster is removed, whilst the teat canal is still open.
Dip or spray? It is vitally important that bacteria is removed from the whole of the teat, not just the teat end. For this reason, best results are achieved by dipping, although spraying can be effective if carried out thoroughly. Dipping also uses less product than spraying. Spraying is effective, but must be carried out conscientiously. Spray should be applied from the bottom of the teat in a circular motion to ensure total coverage. A barrier teat dip will give the ultimate protection against environmental bacteria in-between milkings.
See if you are following the recommended step by step milking routine below:
1. Ideally, wear rubber gloves for milking as it is extremely difficult to disinfect the rough surface of hands, which can cause the spread of contagious mastitis from handling each cow.
2. Strip the foremilk of each cow and inspect prior to milking to spot early signs of mastitis.
3. Prepare the teats for milking. The most effective method is to use a specially formulated pre-dip product followed by drying with a paper towel. At the very least you should clean the teats with a towel or medicated towel.
4. Ensure teats are dry before applying the milking unit.
5. After milking, ensure the cluster is removed within 90 seconds after the milk has stopped flowing to avoid teat injury, make sure ACRs are set correctly.
6. Teats should be dipped or sprayed within one minute after milking, before the teat canal begins to close.
7. Cows should be able to stand for 20 minutes after milking. This is to ensure the teat closes tightly before they come into contact with dirty passageways or bedding.
It is very important to maintain a clean and comfortable environment for cows in order to control environmental mastitis and produce clean, quality milk.
Follow these tips for a clean and hygienic environment:
· Environmental bacteria love moist, dirty environments, so it is important to maintain clean and dry bedding, cubicles, yards and passageways
· Ensure there is good ventilation in your cows winter housing as a humid environment is perfect for bacteria to thrive
· Keep water troughs away from the bedding to avoid it becoming waterlogged
· Keep a head rail on the cubicle to prevent cows lying too far forward and soiling the bedding.
· Keep cows tails trimmed, especially in cubicle housing, to avoid flicking muck onto udders.
· Dry cows are high-risk animals, particularly if they start to leak milk, leaving the teat canal open to infection
Milking machines are frequently neglected, yet they have a significant influence on both mastitis and milk quality.
Here are some guidelines on ensuring your milking machine is running effectively:
· Ensure your milking machine is tested every six months by a qualified technician. This will ensure that teats are not damaged or quarter cross contaminated with mastitis whilst your cow is being milked
· Its best to do a hot wash after every milking to ensure mastitis causing bacteria are destroyed
· Old liners can harbour and aid the transfer of bacteria, cause teat damage and leave your cows open to mastitis infection. Rubber liners should be changed every 2,500 milking or six months, whichever comes first. Silicone liners have a much longer life of up to 10,000 milkings
· Inspect teats for black spots (bruising) or other damage, its likely to be a sign of poor pulsation/vacuum in the milking machine
UDDER BUDDER
DIN 00493600
Indications:
A penetrating antiseptic ointment for use on udders and teats in the treatment of chapped teats, surface cuts and abrasions. It is also a soothing massage for hard udders to promote better circulation.
Dosage & Administration:
Apply to the udder several times daily with gentle, but thorough massage action. As a dressing for minor wounds, apply to gauze and then cover the affected area.
Caution(s):
In case of deep or puncture wounds, or serious burns, consult a veterinarian. If redness, irritation or swelling persists or increases, discontinue use and consult a veterinarian. For veterinary use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Composition:
Each gram contains:
0.3 % Carbolic Acid
6.0 % Oil of Turpentine
1.0 % Eucalyptol
0.3 % Methyl Salicylate
0.2 % Creosote
in a soothing ointment base.
Presentation/Packing:
200 gram & 400 gram jars; 12 jars/carton
2 kg pail; 4 pails/carton
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