PREFACE TO THE REVISED AND ENLARGED 

 EDITION. 



IN presenting to the public a revised and enlarged edition 

 of The Veterinary Science, it gives the authors a 

 peculiar pleasure to acknowledge the gratification which 

 the flattering reception of former editions afforded them. 

 The importance of having such a work retain its simplicity 

 of expression, but at the same time remain comprehensive, 

 concise and abreast of the times in the latest and most ap- 

 proved methods of treatment, is sufficient apology for what 

 they have undertaken to do in presenting this edition. 



They have endeavored, in the revision of the text, as well 

 as in the many additional subjects and diseases dealt with, 

 to adhere strictly to the original object in view, namely, that 

 of using so far as possible the "simplest English language." 

 This they believe is a very important and commendable char- 

 acteristic of the work worthy of their best efforts. 



An introductory chapter, while not dealing with disease 

 or its treatment, is added to serve the purpose of merely 

 introducing the student to domestic animals in a general 

 way. This, they believe, will not only familiarize him to 

 some of the more important characteristics that these animals 

 possess and thus fit him to more easily understand the matter 

 contained in the pages that follow, but in addition, will in- 

 crease his interest, as well as help to concentrate his mind 

 upon the subject as a whole. 



Many illustrations and plates have been added, and while 

 these no doubt embellish- the text and improve the general 

 appearance as a whole, the object in view has been to further 

 simplify, by pictorial method, the presentation of facts con- 

 nected with the physical construction of the animals treated, 

 as well as the causes, symptoms and treatment of disease. 



The general arrangement of former editions has been 

 retained, although it has been felt necessary to make some 

 minor changes. Part IV. has been subdivided and recon- 

 structed, making reference to diseases treated more in ac- 

 cordance with the general construction of the whole. 



The merits of the present edition are cheerfully sub- 

 mitted to the decision of a public judgment; and should the 

 motive of the authors, in undertaking the revision and en- 

 larging of The Veterinary Science to render it more accept- 

 able to those interested in the care and treatment of our 

 domestic animals meet with approval, they will feel amply 

 repaid for their labors. 



London. Canada. The Authors. 



