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the abdomen to the scrotal cavity. There is little danger 

 of strangulation from this form of rupture which may 

 occur at birth and disappear with age. A careful exam- 

 ination should therefore be made of the scrotum before 

 castration. 



Symptoms : In most cases, this condition is easily de- 

 tected. The scrotum will be somewhat enlarged. Some- 

 times the intestines will become strangulated and colicky 

 symptoms appear. When a young male colt shows signs 

 of colic, examine him for Scrotal Rupture. 



Treatment : The trouble usually disappears with age 

 although in some cases it is well to operate. Where col- 

 icky symptoms are present, roll the colt on its back, 

 manipulating the scrotum. Diet carefully. 



SHOE BOIL 



(Capped Elbow) 



Cause : Injuries, bruises or pressure when lying on a 

 rough floor. Sharp heeled shoes and kicks also have a 

 tendency to produce it. 



Symptoms : A hot painful swelling of the Elbow joint 

 when first noticed. When neglected, it takes on a white 

 fibrous or callous growth. 



Treatment: First remove the cause. Do not lance 

 the enlargement ; let it come to a head of its own accord, 

 by applying Red Iodide of Mercury, two drams; Pulv. 

 Cantharides, three drams; Lard, two ounces. Mix well 

 together and apply twice a week. When the swelling is 

 hot and painful it is well to apply cold water or ice packs 

 before applying the above mentioned prescription. 



SPLINTS 



Cause : This disease is chiefly produced by trotting or 

 running on hard ground, etc. It is evident that horses 

 with high knee action and heavy bodies are more liable 

 to this disease. Jumping is also a common cause of 

 splints, but the more accustomed a horse is to jumping 



