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eczema or red mange, one which can easily be compounded 

 by the local chemist, is as follows : Olive oil and oxide 

 of zinc, each i ounce ; tincture of arnica, 3 drachms ; 

 water 8 ounces ; to be gently used on the sore places 

 about three times daily. The ointment, green iodide of 

 mercury one part, lard seven parts, is likewise good, and 

 may be said to be almost infallible as a cure in certain 

 cases of mange, though care must be taken that the 

 patient licks none of it off. A little of this arsenical 

 ointment ought to be well rubbed on the sore places 

 on alternate days. A dose of Epsom salts, about as 

 much as will lie on a shilling, each morning in addi- 

 tion to either will hasten recovery. Another simple and 

 excellent remedy is composed of 6 ounces solution 

 of sulphate of iron ; water i pint ; the affected parts 

 to be fomented therewith twice daily. Fowler's solution 

 of arsenic may be prescribed with great advantage in the 

 case of skin disease, and so long as ordinary care be 

 observed there is little or no danger in giving even com- 

 paratively large quantities. It must, however, always be 

 taken with the meals, and the most successful results are 

 gained by gradually increasing the dose. Thus commence 

 with, say, three drops a day sprinkled on the food, adding 

 one drop daily until ten drops are given. If there appear 

 unusual signs of listlessness in the dog, and his eyes 

 show a slight pink tinge, discontinue the drops altogether 

 for a week, and then recommence w T ith the minimum dose. 

 This treatment carefully followed will cure even the most 

 obstinate cases ; but in no case should the solution be 

 given for more than ten to twelve days consecutively. 

 A mixed, wholesome diet, including only a fair propor- 

 tion of meat, is best w r hilst the dog is under the influence 



