DISEASES AND TREATMENT OF THE HORSE 



recommend it as the best. Fig. 23 illustrates this method so 

 clearly that it is unnecessary to enter into any detailed 

 description. Full instructions are supplied with each outfit, 

 which may be obtained from the Detroit Instrument Co., 

 Detroit, Mich. 



Fig. 23. — Castration — The Most Approved Method of Casting or 

 Throwing a Horse. 



2. The Farmer Miles' Tackling. 



The Farmer Miles' Tackling is more adapted for use in 

 castrating ridglings or rig colts, and is the best for this 

 purpose, as the testicles remain up in the belly and do not 

 come down into the bag. It is also supplied by the same 

 company, together with full instructions for use and method 

 c/f operation. 



III. — Methods of Operating. 



The methods of operating upon the testicles is as varied 

 as those of casting the animal. Each no doubt has advan- 

 tages, but at the same time each method must be carefully 

 studied and carefully carried out in order that the best 

 results may follow. 



