HORSES: THEIR POINTS AND MANAGEMENT 



GREASE, 



This is a very troublesome complaint, and one to which 

 certain horses are predisposed. The greasy condition of the 

 limbs is commonly present in those animals of a soft or sluggish 

 temperament. The heavier breeds are probably th-e most 

 frequent sufferers. Repeated attacks of grease lead to the 

 formation of unwieldy growths, especially around the pastern 

 joints. The so-called " grapes " are the granulations arising 

 from exuberant growth. Suppuration is commonly established. 

 The hind fetlocks are those generally affected, especially the 

 back part of these. 



There is a form of mange mite (symhiotes equi) that 

 attacks the pasterns and is a frequent cause of the itchy state 

 in this region. 



Symptoms. — A moist and greasy feel at the part, stiffness, 

 suppuration, and, it may be, the formation of the grape-like 

 outgrowths. 



Treatment. — Internally give half an ounce of Fowler's 

 solution of arsenic, night and morning, in the food. If grapy 

 growths have formed, these can be burned off with a hot 

 flattened piece of iron. When extensive suppuration is present, 

 put on a few hot linseed poultices, covering the surface of the 

 poultices with a layer of finely powdered charcoal ; subsequently 

 dress the sores with white lotion (see Lotions). A mild dose 

 of physic and an occasional diuretic ball will assist matters. 

 The arsenic must be continued for several months, the sore 

 places kept clean and bandaged firmly. 



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