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be heard when the ear is placed against the chest, behind the shoulder blade. The 

 causes are the same as those of a cold and generally starts in the same way. 



Treatment. Rest is necessary. One ounce of Fowler's solution of ar- 

 senic water, three times daily, is good. Mustard application on the chest is ef- 

 fective. Linseed mashes, scalded oats, grass or green fodder is good for food. 



Capped Hock. 



This is a condition caused by horses hitting or rubbing their hocks against 

 the walls or partitions of their stalls. 



Symptoms. A development of a bruise at the point of the hock. At 

 first the swelling is spread, but later becomes like a callous. If pus collects the 

 bones are liable to become diseased. It often causes lameness. 



A Contrivance to Break a Horse of the Habit of Kicking in the Stall. 



Treatment. Sometimes a capped hock indicates a kicking horse. Hang 

 a heavy bag, attached to a rope, directly behind the horse (see illustration). This 

 will break him of kicking. 



If there is inflammation, apply hot water. Most treatments are slow in pro- 

 ducing results. Apply strong tea made from marshmallow leaves. 



A severe blister at the start is go6d. 



Catarrh. 



This is an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose and throat. It 

 is usually caused by cold or irritation of these membranes. 



