Veterinary General Equipment · Generic
Teat Plug
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A veterinary teat plug (or teat sealant) is an essential dairy tool used to block the teat canal. It acts as an artificial barrier to prevent milk leakage, retain intramammary medications, and protect the udder from environmental contaminants and pathogens that cause mastitis.
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Typically shaped as a tapered cylinder with a widened base, these are crafted from smooth, non-toxic, and lightweight plastic. They are designed to fit the teat canal gently without causing irritation. These are formulated as a sterile, antibiotic-free paste that is carefully injected via a syringe into the teat cistern to create a physical barrier.
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- Infection Prevention: Prevents environmental bacteria from entering the mammary gland, significantly lowering the risk of clinical and subclinical mastitis.
- Medication Retention: Helps keep therapeutic ointments and antibiotics localized inside the teat canal during the healing process.
- Visual Identification: Plastic plugs often come in vibrant colors so farmers can easily spot and track treated or blocked cows in the herd.
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