Jersey's Udder

[Anonymous]

We have a 2 year old Jersey cow. Her udder has some discharge from the teats. (But only when expressed) She has not been breed and so we were wondering if this is normal. I didn't know it this could be happening when she is in heat. I was worried about an infection but the discharge is a more white color. Any info would be greatly appreciated as we are new at this. Thanks!

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[Anonymous]

Are you POSITIVE she's not bred?

 

[Anonymous]

> Are you POSITIVE she's not bred?

Yes we are positive she is not bred. We have had her since she was a few weeks old and she has not been around any bulls.

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[Anonymous]

> Yes we are positive she is not
> bred. We have had her since she
> was a few weeks old and she has
> not been around any bulls.

Then, I don't know the answer to your question - I'm sorry. I suppose hormones could cause this, but it doesn't seem normal. I've never seen this in my heifers. Is there a large animal veterinarian you can call and ask this question of?

Rafter L Murray Greys

 

[Anonymous]

Could be "precocious milking" -- goats will do it, especially if from a line of heavy milkers.

I know one doe that produced milk continuously for 12 years and was never once bred, never dropped a kid.

Ann Bledsoe -- Bledsoe's Bunnies

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