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1Department of Veterinary Public Health, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Pretoria, Onderstepoort, Republic of South Africa.
Abstract:
Teat canal infection (TCI) or colonization, subclinical mastitis (SCM) cases and other forms of intramammary infections (IMI) may persist despite regular post-milking teat disinfection. Spontaneous healing of TCI can occur and this points to the dynamic state of the reactions of TCI etc. Disinfecting teat dipping does not necessarily prevent new TCI and IMI. Teat dipping may, however, be applied with good effect in the prevention of new udder and teat canal infections. Several factors predispose to TCI e.g. poor management, hygiene and animal husbandry.
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