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this does not stop it, then pour or inject about 

 fifteen drops of the solution of adrenalin diluted 

 four times with water into one or both nostrils. 

 It is not advisable to plug the nostrils, as it 

 distresses a dog to breathe through his mouth. 

 Nursing : The first thing to be considered in 

 nursing a sick dog is proper quarters for the 

 patient to live in, for in all cases of serious 

 illnesses he should not be allowed to run loose 

 about a house and out of doors when he likes. 

 If a house dog, he should be put in a good, 

 well-ventilated room, with the temperature kept 

 at as near 60 degs. F. as possible. Of course, 

 in very hot weather that cannot be done, but as 

 much air as possible must be given by keeping 

 the windows wide open during the summer 

 months. In winter or cold weather, the tem- 

 perature of the room should be kept up to 

 60 degs. F. by means of artificial heat — an 

 ordinary fire is best ; failing this, a paraffin 

 stove — avoid a gas stove if possible. Of 

 course, with dogs who are in the habit of 

 living out of doors it is different ; but even 

 with them, dry, large, well - lighted and venti- 

 lated, comfortable quarters, free from draughts, 

 are absolutely necessary if the patient is to have 

 a fair chance, and the temperature of the place 

 should be kept up to 55 degs. F. A loose box 

 in a stable that is kept clean makes a capital 

 place ; but unless the stable is kept very 

 clean, it smells of ammonia, which is fatal 

 to a dog suffering from distemper, because 

 pneumonia and bad eyes are sure to develop. 



