502 Agricultural Journal of Victoria. 



Drugs wliicli from their antiseptic and laxative effects on the 

 Ijowels may be given a trial are 



Wood Charcoal ... ... ... 1 lb. 



Sulphur ... ... . . 1 lb. 



Sulphate of Soda ... ... . . 1 lb. 



Boric Acid . . ... . '6 ozs. 



Hyposulphite of Soda ... ... 2 ozs. 



The above to be thoroughly mixed together and a tablespoonful 

 given to each pig once a day in the food. 



A diet of pollard, in separated milk, the mixture having a thin 

 consistency, will be found nourishing and laxative. 



Sick pigs should be kept in well ventilated styes that are warm 

 and dry. A plentiful supply of good straw bedding should be 

 provided to keep the pigs warm. 



Note. — Intestinal specimens kindly lent for photographic purposes by 

 Mr. Batchelor, Inspector of Stock. 



