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RESTRAINT OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS. 



Figure 267 represents a quick and convenient method of 

 casting calves for "spaying operation." Two ropes are simply 

 looped around the hind and fore legs (a) (b) above the ankles, 

 and the calf is stretched broadsided on the ground by making 

 traction on the free ends of the ropes (c) (d). 





Fig. 267. Casting Calves for "Spaying Operation." 



Soffners Method of Casting. 



The method of Soffner, Figure 268, consists of a forked 

 rope, both ends of which are passed under the chin strap of the 

 halter, then carried between the fore legs (f), thence to and 

 through the ring (b) in surcingle (g), then the two ends are 

 looped around each fore leg above ankles (a) (c). The animal 

 is cast by making traction on free end of rope (e). 



Fig. 268. Soffner's Method of Casting. 



