If you’re a farmer, you owe it to your cow herd to brush them regularly. Most people who are familiar with cows know that regularly brushing cows will help soothe their itchy skin and keep their coats looking clean and fluffy, but brushing cows has a lot of other advantages too.
1. Improves Milk Production in Cows
Brushing your cows can help stimulate milk production because it increases blood flow through the mammary gland area. It is going to cause a cow’s udder area to be more vascular. The brushing can also help move the lymphatic system in this area, which will help eliminate infection and reduce swelling.
2. Removes Parasites from Cows’ Hair
Brushing also helps get rid of parasites such as lice, ticks, mites, and other pests attached to their hair and skin. Instead of cows having to scratch themselves to get rid of pests that have caused itches and dry spots in their hair, brushing keeps cow’s hair clean and free of these parasites. By providing other alternatives than scratching themselves and getting rid of parasites, cows will be less likely to have infections and will overall be in greater health.
3. Is a Safe Process
Brushing cows on a consistent basis is a safe process for both farmers and cows. Whether brushing by hand or using a brushing machine, safety measures are put into place to protect everyone involved. It’s important to make sure that the cows feel comfortable in the space where they are brushed and that the handler feels comfortable in the space and with the process too. If you’re brushing a cow by hand, you can move at the pace the cow feels most comfortable with, and if you’re using a brushing machine, there are safety measures specifically designed so that the machine turns off if it senses blockage or non-movement.
4. Can be Done by Machines
If you have a large number of cows, it might seem overwhelming to think about brushing all of the cows by hand so you might not even feel like trying. Thankfully, brushing machines are available to automate the brushing process and make it easier for the cows’ handler. Brushing machines are safe for both the handler and cows, can be energy efficient, and are focused on durability.
Brushing is an easy way of helping your herd of cows stay healthy and productive, which is a big deal regarding agriculture and cow farming. You don’t want to have a dirty or unkempt herd because that will not hurt your farm’s efficiency and effectiveness. All of the time, effort, and money you put into caring for your herd should be a reflection of the health of your cows.
Brushing your cows will do a lot of good things for your herd. It’s never too late to start, especially if you have neglected this vital part of cow raising. Taking care of your cows is easy once you get the hang of it, and you will see results if you are consistent. Make today the day you start brushing your cows more often and get healthier, happier livestock in return.
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