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What is the purpose of using lukewarm water for udder washing during severe winters?
What is the purpose of using lukewarm water for udder washing during severe winters?
- To avoid chills in the animal (correct)
- To cool down the udder
- To disinfect the udder
- To speed up the milk letdown process
What is recommended for wiping the teats after milking?
What is recommended for wiping the teats after milking?
- A cloth with quaternary ammonium compound solution
- A mild detergent solution (correct)
- A cloth with hypochlorite solution
- A cloth with plain water
Why is it important to dry the udder before milking?
Why is it important to dry the udder before milking?
- To wash off the disinfectant
- To make milking easier
- To make the udder warm
- To prevent infections (correct)
What temperature range is recommended for the wash water during udder cleaning?
What temperature range is recommended for the wash water during udder cleaning?
Why are quaternary ammonium compounds preferred over hypochlorite solution for udder disinfection?
Why are quaternary ammonium compounds preferred over hypochlorite solution for udder disinfection?
What is recommended regarding the washing and drying cloths used for udder cleaning?
What is recommended regarding the washing and drying cloths used for udder cleaning?