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AXIMAL CaSTRATIOX 



with one testicle descended— l)eiiig al)le to propagate his species 

 while the latter — both testicles inside the abdominal cavity— is 

 incapable of reproduction. In order to cause the breed of such 

 animals to cease castration should be resorted to. Aside from the 

 above reason for castration the operation is valuable in causing a 

 dog to remain contented at home. 



Age— All ages, preferabty young dogs. 



Season — All seasons. 



Preparation— It is essential to have the alimentary tract 

 empty. This is accomplished by withholding food for 24 hours 

 previous to operating. 



Fig. 107 — View of Inteinal Abdominal Organs. G, Descended Testicle; H, Rectum; 



T, Urinary Bladder; J, Undescended Testicle Located in the 



Sub-Lumbar Region; K, Intestines. 



