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j^remonitory symptoms are observed, as an unusual dulness 

 and languor on the part of the animal, and as a rule he 

 does not perspire as he should when put to exertion. In a 

 short time well-marked symptoms are presented ; a slightly 

 reeling action is noticed when the animal walks. This 

 action becomes better marked as the disease progresses, 

 until the animal, no longer able to stand, falls ; and when 

 down extends the head. Soon complete loss of motion 

 takes place, and there may be in many cases an amaurotic 

 stare, loss of vision, etc. On lifting the leg, not the slightest 

 resistance is offered ; the breathing is stertorous, etc. 



Treatment. — The treatment of a case of sunstroke, to be 

 successful, must be prompt and energetic. If the power 

 of deglutition still remains, administer a stimulant, as 

 ale, beer, wine, whisky, nitrous sether, etc. ; to be given 

 in the usual quantities. Great care must be exercised in 

 administering a draught, or strangulation may result. 

 Apply refrigerants, as pounded ice, cold water, etc., 

 to the animal's head, and heat the body by clothing 

 pretty heavily, etc. It is very essential that the head be 

 kept cold and the body warm, and that stimulants be 

 administered at proper intervals and in judicious quantities. 

 If the power of deglutition be gone, stimulants may be 

 administered per anus, in the form of an enema. If the 

 animal be lying exposed to the rays of the sun, an awning 

 must be erected over him for protection. Rub the legs and 

 body vigorously, and use hot applications on the extremi- 

 ties. If he recovers sufficiently to get on his feet, he will 

 go reeling and staggering along from side to side when he 

 attempts to walk, and it may be necessary to place him in 

 slings to obviate the danger of falling and injuring himself. 

 After he is placed in the sling, administer a full dose of 

 cathartic medicine, and give potassium bromide, and some- 

 times a complete recover}^ will take place. In cases that 



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