What is an udder? (cont.)
Udder
Udder
The udder is the most important part of the dairy cow because that is where milk is produced. The udder of a cow should be strongly attached and close to the body like these. We call the physical appearance of the udder and its strength of attachment udder conformation.

Udder
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Udders with poor conformation (not strongly attached) are more susceptible to mastitis and injury and can be difficult to milk.
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