Managing dairy herd health involves various aspects such as housing management, observation of animals, biosecurity, nutrition, hygiene, disease prevention, and parasitic infestation control. Effective housing ensures space, ventilation, cleanliness, and comfort. Regular observation monitors behaviour, body condition, and health status. Hygienic practices include daily cleaning to prevent disease. New animal acquisition requires adherence to vaccination schedules. Disease management entails biosecurity, sanitation, vaccination, and surveillance. Tick and fly control and parasitic infestation management are crucial. Biosecurity aims to prevent disease introduction and transmission. Implementing these strategies maintains herd health, minimizes disease risk, and enhances productivity.
Keywords: Dairy herd health, disease prevention, biosecurity measures