I know thsi is about goats but I have similar issues with our cows and we're just learning.
I teat dip with a solution of Capriclense before milking, then dry before putting on the machine. From what Anke is saying, and it makes perfect sense, I should teat dip with Capriclense AFTER milking to protect against mastitis.
Do I then dry and rub with balm or just rub on teh balm?
Two of my cows are fine, but poor Annie's calf is awful hard on her and her teats LOOK awful sore (she doesn't object to them being handled or the milking machine though). There are a number of cuts and that attracts flies. I use Uddermint on them all - any suggestions for anything better for Annie? I have Sudacrem in the feed store.