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[The problems of mastitis in mares].

H Bostedt1, B Lehmann, D Peip

  • 1Ambulatorischen und Geburtshilflichen Veterinärklinik, Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen.

Tierarztliche Praxis
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Mastitis in mares is frequently caused by streptococci, affecting both udder halves. Bacterial contamination, primarily streptococci, is also prevalent in healthy mares post-foaling.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Health
  • Bacteriology

Context:

  • Mastitis is a significant concern in equine health, impacting dairy production and mare well-being.
  • Understanding the timing and etiology of mastitis is crucial for effective prevention and treatment strategies in mares.
  • This study investigates mastitis cases in a cohort of 33 mares, analyzing clinical and bacteriological data.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the temporal occurrence, clinical manifestations, and bacteriological causes of mastitis in mares.
  • To identify the predominant bacterial pathogens responsible for mastitis in the studied population.
  • To assess the prevalence of bacterial contamination in milk from healthy mares during the early postpartum period.

Summary:

  • Mastitis cases in mares presented with varied timing, including pre- and post-foaling, lactation, and outside lactation periods. Both udder halves were commonly affected.
  • Streptococci, particularly beta-hemolytic streptococci, were the most frequently isolated bacteria (36 out of 70 isolates), while E. coli, coliforms, and klebsiella were less common.
  • Bacterial contamination was observed in 41.9% of healthy mares and 21.0% of milk samples within seven days postpartum, with streptococci being the dominant bacteria.

Impact:

  • Provides insights into the epidemiology and causative agents of mastitis in mares, aiding in targeted treatment and control measures.
  • Highlights the significant role of streptococci in equine mastitis and postpartum contamination.
  • Informs veterinary practitioners about the potential for bacterial contamination in healthy mares, emphasizing hygiene and monitoring protocols.

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