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necessary then that the veterinarian should 

 be thoroughly acquainted with all the little 

 matters so necessary to the comfort and 

 welfare of his patients, and that he should 

 see to it that nothing is left undone that 

 may prove to be of benefit in arresting dis 

 ease or alleviating pain and distress. 



Many practitioners are undoubtedly pos- 

 sessed of the necessary knowledge, but un- 

 thinkingly withhold it, perhaps in the belief 

 that the owner may know just what to do; 

 but this is generally an erroneous con- 

 clusion, and It is always best to determine 

 this point satisfactorily before leaving the 

 patient. 



Cleanliness* 



Many diseases that affect Qogs, and cause 

 their owners no end of worry and trouble, 

 can be almost entirely prevented by taking 

 proper care of the animal, and seeing that 

 Its quarters are at all times cleanly and well 

 ventilated, and that the food given is per- 

 fectly sweet and fresh, and of the best qual- 



