Removing extra teats

Introduction

    Calves may be born with more than four teats. Usually, the extra teats are located posterior to one or both rear teats but they may occur between the front and rear teats on one or both sides of the calf's udder. Since extra teats detract from the appearance of the udder and may interfere with milking, they should be at one to two months of age. In most cases, a careful and keen herdsman can do it himself.

Procedure

  1. The calf is made to lie on its side and the hind-leg is drawn forward.
  2. The udder should be wiped clean with an antiseptic solution.
  3. Place the fingers of one hand under the fold of skin below the extra teat and gently remove teat using a pair of curved, sharp, and disinfected scissors.
  4. If necessary, trim the area around the base of the teat and apply the tincture of iodine.
  5. When this minor operation is performed properly, there will be very little bleeding which can be stopped by holding a cotton pack over the wound for a few minutes.
  6. In case there is a double teat or the base of the extra teat is closer to the base of the normal teat, it is recommended that a veterinarian be consulted for performing the operation.

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