Characteristics of a good dairy breed

1. Should be a high milk yielder
2. Should be resistant to pests and diseases
3. Should have a high fertility
4. Should be docile hence easy to be milked
5. Should have a large udder
6. Should be able calve easily
7. Should have a big milk vein
8. Should be able calve regularly for a long time
9. Should have a well suspended udder with four functional teats
10. Should have a long lactation which ensures continuous milk production
11. Should have strong hind legs for supporting a big udder

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