Winter Cattle Care: Expert Advice for Farmers on Bathing Livestock in Cold Weather

• Chhattisgarh faces severe cold in January 2026, raising concerns for livestock farmers about bathing cattle.
• Dr. B.R. Khande advises against daily bathing of domestic animals during extreme cold due to health risks.
• Regular bathing in cold weather can lead to colds, fever, pneumonia, and reduced milk production.
• Cattle should be bathed only once or twice a week, on clear, sunny days, preferably with lukewarm water.
• Farmers must ensure clean, dry living areas, bedding, and protection from cold winds to maintain animal health.

Why It Matters: Avoid daily bathing of cattle in winter; bathe once or twice weekly with lukewarm water on sunny days.