Assessing the Impact of Subclinical Mastitis on Dairy Cattle in Balochistan

Subclinical mastitis is a common and costly disease affecting dairy cattle. This research aims to examine the impact of subclinical mastitis on dairy cattle production and evaluate methods for controlling and reducing its prevalence. The study will focus on the effects of subclinical mastitis on milk yield and quality, as well as its impact on animal health and welfare. The goal is to provide valuable insights for dairy farmers and industry professionals to improve management practices and reduce the economic losses associated with subclinical mastitis. A total of 144 cattle from 25 different farms were analyzed for subclinical mastitis, with 54.86% (n=79) of the cattle found to have subclinical mastitis. Results revealed a moderate association between the prevalence of subclinical mastitis as determined by the CMT test and the UdderCheck® test. The study also found that the most common bacteria causing subclinical mastitis were Coagulase Negative Staphylococci (CNS), Coliforms, Streptococcus spp. and Staphylococcus aureus (CPS). The results of the antibiotic sensitivity test showed that ciprofloxacin was the most effective in treating various pathogens associated with mastitis. The results of this study highlight the need for further investigation into the impact of subclinical mastitis on dairy cattle, particularly with respect to the various bacteria causing the condition and the effectiveness of different antibiotics in treating it. .