CHA<PTE<R IX. 

 <DISE£SES 



OF 



THE GENITtfL 0&G&JYS. 



(Balanitis. 



The principal organ of generation in the dog is subject to an inflamma- 

 tion of the mucous membrane of its covering or sheath, called balanitis. 

 This affection is manifested by a purulent discharge annoying to the ani- 

 mals themselves and exceedingly offensive to their owners. 



Causation . — Local irritations such as the accumulation of certain secre- 

 tions, and constitutional disorders are the more common causes. 



Symptoms . —The affection gives rise to considerable discomfort induc- 

 ing the animal to frequently lick the parts. The discharge is thick and 

 yellowish in color; the mucous membrane is reddened, slightly swollen 

 and sensitive. 



Treatment. — Perfect cleanliness is the great essential. The sheath 

 should be drawn back as far as possible and the organ bathed four or five 

 times daily with the following. — 



R Acidi Carbolici 



Acidi Tannici aa gr.xx 

 Glycerinae %\ 



Aquoa 5 iij 



Ft. Mist. Sig. Lotion. 

 As a rule this treatment will be sufficient ; if not, a solution of the sulphate 

 of zinc, twenty grains to one half a pint of water, may be frequently used 

 for a few days, after which a weak solution of the acetate of lead, one 

 drachm to a pint of water, may be substituted. 



Constitutional disturbances are to be overcome ; if debility is associated 

 tonics are indicated; if the animal is over fed, laxatives, restricted diet, 

 and exercise are the measures to employ. 



