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and also as a stimulant and preventative. Cats in such 

 cases particularly and at all times should have access to 

 fresh grass. Grass is the great natural cat and dog medi- 

 cine. A little grown in a box of fresh earth will supply this 

 during the winter. 



11. Colds, Distemper and ut^ci diseasrs treat similar 

 to those of the dog. 



3. Breeding. 



The period of gestation is nine weeks and varies slightly 

 with different breeds; 



Little trouble may be expected at the time of delivery 

 if the health and condition has been properly cared for dur- 

 ing pregnancy. Apply the same principles laid down for the 

 treatment of the bitch. 



Kittens are quite helpless as well as blind when born, 

 the eyes beginning to open about the ninth day. They may 

 be safely weaned at the age of four weeks. Take one at a 

 time from the mother in order (with similar treatment to 

 that of the bitch) to regulate the flow of milk and avoid 

 complications, such as milk fever in the mother. 



Sore eyes of kittens may be mildly treated with the eye 

 wash given in Part VI. 



