492 DOGS USED FOR SPORT. 



If he appear perfectly well just previous and subsequent to the 

 spasm, with cool and moist nose, in fact no more symptoms than 

 constipation, and the frequently recurring attacks of pain, we may 

 fairly conclude that he is suffering with colic. In such case ad- 

 minister 12 and 13, with the addition of five grains of bromide of 

 potassium, every half hour until relief is obtained. You may with 

 advantage use No 21 either alone or in combination with the 

 above prescription. As soon as comfort is obtained, give full dose 

 of 22. 



AFFECTIONS OF THE EYE. 



Simple Itiflanimation or Irritation. — When the eyes of a dog 

 are inflamed from contact with minute particles of dust, grass seeds, 

 pollen, etc. ; or have received some slight superficial injur\% the 

 organ should be gently sponged with tepid rain water, until all 

 extraneous matters are removed. Now bathe the eye with eye 

 water, as per prescription No 23 or 24. For external bruises or 

 cuts, apply 25 or 26. 



This is all sufficient for minor troubles, though if the cornea or 

 iris be scratched, or cut, No 24 must be used in preference to 23, 

 as the deposit of lead will make a white opaque scar. See Scars 

 No 27. 



Ophthalmitis. — Miscalled ophthalmia. This is a term applied 

 to an inflammation of the membranes of the eye, or of the whole 

 bulb of the eye. The form of disease that is common to young 

 puppies may be relieved by cleanliness, and the free use of No 23 

 or 24. Ophthalmitis conjunctivcB is sometimes met with in the 

 immature animal, though it is commonly a disease of adult age, 

 and is produced by cold wind, dust, or other external irritation. 

 It generally begins with the appearance of a net work of blood- 

 vessels on some part of the conjunctiva, the mucous membrane 

 covering the exposed surface of the eyeball and lining the internal 

 surface of the lid, of the eyeball or eyelids. The eyelids become 

 swollen and tender, and the redness soon covers the whole con- 

 junction ; there is an increased discharge of tears, and intolerance 

 of light. A glutinous matter is now secreted, which frequently 

 causes the eyelids to stick very firmly together. It is no unusual 

 thing for the disease to commence in one eye, and in a day or Iwo 



