How Important is Mastitis Really?

Mastitis is one of the leading causes of both economic losses and reduced animal welfare in dairy cattle farming. This disease not only decreases milk yield and quality but also leads to serious financial consequences such as higher treatment costs, milk losses, and premature culling of affected cows.

This book addresses mastitis in a comprehensive manner, covering its etiology, epidemiology, immunological mechanisms, its relationship with milk quality and milking systems, as well as key strategies for prevention and treatment. The goal is to provide veterinarians working in the field and researchers with evidence-based, up-to-date, and practical information.