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tight, easily drained floors, manure gutters, of the right size 

 and properly spaced, are necessary to secure the best condi- 

 tions for cleanliness. Sunlight is a good germicide and 

 should have access to various parts of the stable. It also 

 promotes .the health of the cows. 



Good ventilation is not only important for the welfare of 

 the cows, but also for the purpose of removing odors that are 

 readily absorbed by the milk. 



Feeding, handling the bedding, and cleaning the stable 



Types of milk pails 



A. Open pail allowing free access to falling 

 dirt. 



B and C. So-called sanitary pails designed to 

 reduce the amount of dirt falling into milk. 



should be done in time to allow the dust to settle before 

 milking. 



The milker. The milker should exercise cleanliness. His 

 hands should be washed and carefully dried before milking. 

 His clothes should be free from dirt that might be dislodged 

 and get into the milk. Some dairymen require the milkers 

 to wear clean white suits in order that dirt may be seen 

 which might otherwise pass unnoticed. 



