82 DISEASES OF THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM. 



P<ROLfi.<PSUS &NI. 



The name denotes an eversion of the lower portion of the rectum, and 

 its protrusion through the anus. The affection is more common in old 

 dogs, hut may appear at any age, caused by a natural laxity of the parts 

 or by straining from constipation. 



2'realment . — Whenever the protrusion occurs, the parts should be re- 

 placed as soon as possible after being carefully washed. If any difficulty 

 is experienced, the fore finger should be well oiled and pushed up into the 

 anus carrying the protruded part with it. 



To radically cure the affection the bowels should be regulated as in 

 piles, and tonics be given. The tincture of chloride of iron is preferred ir. 

 ten drop doses well diluted and administered three times a day. In the 

 severest cases use the following.— 



R Ferri Persulph. > 3ss 



Pulv. Opii gr.xv 



Camphorae 3 ss 



01. Theobromse q. s. 



Ft. Suppositories No. xij. Sig. Introduce one into the rectum twice daily. 



