Study trend of mastitis research in goats

Mastitis is one of the most significant diseases affecting dairy goats, with substantial economic and animal welfare implications. Over the past decades, scientific attention toward goat mastitis has expanded, with studies addressing epidemiology, causative agents, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies. This bibliometric study aimed to evaluate the global research trends in mastitis in goats by analyzing publications indexed in Scopus databases. Data were collected and analyzed using bibliometric tools in R software to assess publication patterns, sources, authors, country production, keyword occurrences, and thematic evolution. The analysis revealed a steady increase in publications, particularly in the last two decades, highlighting growing scientific interest in goat mastitis. The most relevant sources included Small Ruminant Research and other veterinary-focused journals, while prominent contributions were observed from institutions in Europe, Asia, and North America. Keyword analysis showed frequent terms such as Staphylococcus aureus, milk quality, and antimicrobial resistance, reflecting both traditional microbiological focus and recent concerns regarding resistance and molecular epidemiology. The findings provide insight into research hotspots and gaps, offering guidance for future studies on mastitis in goats.