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DISEASES OF SWINE 



Restraint. — In castrating large boars it is necessary to take the 

 advantage of the animal to a very decided degree. This is essential, 



Fig. 101. — Restraint of large boar for castration. 



Fig. 102. — Restraint for castration. 



first, on account of the great strength of the animal compared to its 

 size; and, second, on account of there being no favorable part or 

 appendage of the hog by which a firm handhold can be taken. 



