3* MODERN FARRIER. 



is seldom the case in other kinds of lameness.- An-* 

 other mark of rheumatism is when the lameness 

 subsides by exercise, and returns again when the 

 animal becomes cool. Sometimes the shoulders are 

 affected ; but the confirmed rheumatism is usually 

 seated in or about the hip joint. AVhen the disease 

 attacks the loins, the horse feels extreme pain, the 

 muscles in those parts lose their motion, and he is 

 obliged to stop short with all his legs alike ; nor 

 does he ever lie down, from a consciousness of being 

 unable to rise again without great pain and difficulty. 



Causes. — This disease is generally to be attributed 

 to some sudden exposure to wet and cold ; which 

 transitions are always dangerous to animals which 

 are usually confined in hot and close stables. 



Cure. — The best farriers recommend to begin a 

 cure by administering a purge, and applying strong 

 spirituous mixtures ; giving the horse gentle exer- 

 cise, and keeping him warmly clothed. 



After the purge has ceased to operate, take the 

 following : 



Assafcetida, _ _ - 2 drachms. 



Sulphur, - - _ 2 di'achms. 



Ginger, - - - _ l drachm. 



Soap, ... _ - 2 drachms. 



And mix these ingredients into a ball with trea- 

 cle. Repeat the same for three or four nights. 



Some recommend the following ointment for rub- 

 bing the parts affected : 



Hog's lard, _ - - 2 ounces. 



Camphor, _ _ ^ 2 drachms. 



Oil of turpentine, _ - 6 drachms. 



Spirits of sal-ammoniac, - 2 drachms. 



The whole to be mixed together. Warm bathing 

 is also recommended : but this remedy is both in- 

 convenient and expensive. In obstinate cases, a 

 summer's run at grass would be of great service. 



