Sanitation and Hygiene around the milking process is very important to deliver a quality product and maintain a healthy herd.  Microorganisms are transferred from cow to cow by not following a strict cleaning and dipping regime.  Hygiene starts with clean cows where the hair on the udders is short.  Milking gloves, clean towel, and a clean cluster are important to eliminate cross contamination.  The use of these items pre and post dip are essential to maintain clean and healthy teat ends.