BREEDING AND CARE OF SHEEP. 



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along the sides. These furrows must have the ointment lightly rubbed 

 into the skin as they are formed. 



For dipping sheep, suitable yards, a dipping trough, and pripping plat- 

 form must be provided; also means for heating and keeping the liquor 

 hot. The following is one of the best mixtures, having met with favor 

 in England, Australia and America : Three pounds arsenic, three pounds 

 pearl ash, three pounds sulphur, three pounds soft soap. Mix in ten 

 gallons of boiling water, stir, but avoid the fumes, and add ninety gallons 



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of cold water. Prepare a tank that will easily allow a sheep to be dipped, 

 having a slanted, slatted drain at the side, tight bottom underneath, to 

 allow the drip to run back. Dip the sheep, back down, being careful not 

 to allow the head to enter the poisonous mixture, letting the animal re- 

 main one minute. Lift on to the slats and rub and squeeze the wool, 

 until pretty w^ll drained, and place in a yard until dry. When partly 

 dry, go over the heads with the ointment as recommended in case the 

 flock is too small to allow the expense of preparing for dipping. 



