DISEASES AND TREATMENT OF THE HORSE 223 



Causes. — Myopia has no apparent cause, but is due to 

 the formation of the eye. 



Symptoms. — The eye is full and the pupil enlarged. He 

 shies a good deal because of not being able to see objects at 

 a distance. 



Treatment. — It is impossible to do anything to remedy 

 this defect. Be careful in purchasing an animal afflicted in 

 this manner, as a shyer is a constant source of annoyance. 



