Emetics] *02 [Emphysema 



Emetics : 



The most effectual one is hydrochlorate of 

 apomorphia ; dose, from one-twentieth to one- 

 sixth of a grain l in a teaspoonful of water. 

 When given injected under the skin, it acts 

 almost instantaneously. 



Tartar emetic, from a quarter 1 to one and a 

 half grains, shaken dry on the back of the 

 tongue. If vomiting should not be induced in 

 about ten minutes, a few spoonfuls of warm 

 water should be given. 



Ipecacuanha wine, from half a teaspoonful to 

 a tablespoonful x ; repeated in ten minutes if 

 vomiting not induced, and again ten minutes 

 later if necessary. 



In cases of emergency, common salt may be 

 given, from sufficient to cover a sixpence to a 

 teaspoonful 1 in warm water. 



Emissions : This nuisance is, as a rule, more 

 troublesome amongst puppies than adult dogs, 

 for generally after they are a year old the bad 

 habit ceases. 



Treatment ; A course of bromide is sometimes 

 useful, but if the habit continues after the dog 

 is two years old castration is the only thing that 

 is of any use: This operation, which can be 

 done under chloroform, does not alter a dog's 

 nature as much as many people think, and when 

 he is only required as a pet there is nothing to 

 be said against it. 



Emphysema : 



Symptoms ; The whole body may swell 

 1 According to the size of the dog. See p. 86. 



