The Cow Barn 



labor of maintaining it throughout the year. 

 In this semi-annual cleaning every part of 

 the barn should receive attention, and con- 

 sidering that dust is the great enemy, every 

 possible lurking place or lodgment for it 

 should be removed or reduced as much as 

 possible. A diminution of dust in the barn 

 decreases the danger of rapid infection of a 

 herd from a tuberculous cow, and this is best 

 accomplished by reducing the footholds for 

 dust, such as cracks, corners, rough surfaces, 

 etc., and also by removing the dust by con- 

 stant and thorough cleanings. 



Whitewashing also should be a regular 

 part of these general cleanings, and the en- 

 tire interior receive a liberal coat. Besides 

 the two general cleanings some whitewash- 

 ing should be done all through the year. If 

 a pail and brush are kept handy it can be 

 done at odd hours and on rainy days. The 

 advantages of whitewashing are such as 

 recommend it to every farmer. It is an effec- 

 tive disinfectant, because of the lime con- 

 tained in it ; it absorbs odors, and unques- 



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