Usually an experienced breeder of cows knows the nuances of the nature of each animal, but there are times when it shows aggression and kicks.
Since this negatively affects the milking process, it is necessary to solve this problem as soon as possible, preventing the development of mastitis. In the article, we will consider the causes of a cow’s kick and how to eliminate such a condition.
Why does a cow kick when milking
In order to develop a benevolent attitude towards the owner, it is necessary to talk to the animal, stroking it, not to use brute force and not to shout. In addition, you should equip housing and organize regular meals.
Important! Remember, it is necessary to teach the animal to touch the udder at an early age. This will help avoid psychological problems in the future milking process.
The list of possible reasons why an animal gets kicked during milking includes the following:
- Excessive fatigue and stress.
- External stimuli in the form of noise, harsh sounds, bright lighting.
- Painful cramps in the nipples associated with any kind of injury (chapping, frostbite), improper milking techniques, or mastitis.
- Irregular milking schedule.
- Psychological causes associated with the fear of touching the udder and / or getting used to the new breeder.
What to do, how to milk a cow that fights
If the reason lies not in pain, then the following actions can be taken:
- Adjust the milking schedule and stick to it.
- Use Vaseline or other means to lubricate the udder during milking.
- Diversify diet.
- Placed on the back of the animal wet piece of tissue that will help remove the disturbing symptoms.
- Snap an animal.
We recommend reading about the features of processing the udder of a cow before and after milking.
Inspect the udder for injuries
Before embarking on the milking procedure, the animal should be carefully inspected for any disease. This applies to both the health of the cow as a whole, and the state of her udder. 
In the event of defects, you must immediately begin to eliminate them. In this case, the treatment should be approached in a comprehensive manner, so as not to aggravate the situation that already exists.
Important! It is necessary to take into account that during walking she could scratch on dried plants or get injuries associated with fences and other vertical structures with sharp edges.
Give a favorite treat
To improve the emotional background of the animal, please him with tasty food. Offer cow vegetables and chopped grains. 
Lay a cloth dipped in cool water on your back.
It is necessary to take a piece of cloth and moisten it with water, and then place it on the back of a cow. In summer, such a solution will save the animal from annoying insects. Applying this method in the winter, you need to make sure that the room where the hoofed mushroom is kept is warm and there are no drafts.
Read about how to milk a cow and how to choose a good milking machine.
Tie foot
To prevent a cow from falling, you can tie her hind legs with a thick rope. In this case, you should use a sliding node. 
Fixing the hind limbs of a cow: a - a rope loop; b - with the help of shin twirl. If the animal kicks heavily, complicating the manipulation, you can tie its front leg to the support. 
Hold, front limb with rope
What will happen if you do not milk
The body of the cow begins to produce milk immediately after the birth of the calf. If the udder is not removed from the fluid in a timely manner, it will accumulate and squeeze the capillaries and veins.
Did you know? Statistics show: to feed a cow for 2 years, you need 3.5 tons of grain (soybean) and 600 liters of water. As a result, you can get 300 kg of meat.As a result, swelling occurs, and the milk begins to spontaneously flow out. Its sweet taste attracts insects, so there is a risk of penetration into the body of pathological elements that violate the microflora. In addition, the drying milk dries out the skin and causes cracks in the udder.
Lack of regular pumping leads to mastitis. It is characterized by such symptoms as fever, deformity of the udder, cessation of milk production. All these factors contribute to the development of painful symptoms, because of which the animal behaves aggressively.Did you know? Marbled beef is considered the most expensive meat in the world. This product is made from Japanese Vagiu cows that regularly feed on the best meadow grass. In addition, they are rubbed with sake and watered with beer. Now they are bred in Australia: red wine is added to animals for drinking, due to which the cost of the finished product increases.
Often the cause of a cow’s kick can be very commonplace, but in exceptional cases it can be a sign of a drastic violation of the animal’s health and require surgery. The task of the owner is to prevent this and promptly prevent the development of the disease. If the reason lies in the emotional mood, then remember that this is a living creature that needs not only care and care, but also a good attitude from the breeder.
