60 General Principles of Veterinary Medldne. 



now almost obsolete. The exact depth and length of the 

 cut can best be judged by the ordinary thumb lancet. 



3. A pair of forceps, for dressing wounds, catching arteries 

 for tying, removing foreign bodies, etc. 



4. A long blunt pointed needle, called an aneurismal 

 needle, which can be used as a probe, and for small setons, etc. 



5. A silver probe^ blunt at one end, sharp at the other for 

 exploring wounds. 



6. A frog hnife, having a narrow straight blade, curved 

 into a strong sharp hook at the end ; very useful in cleaning 

 hoofs, etc. 



7. A pair of curved scissors, for trimming the edges of 

 wounds, cutting hair, etc. 



8. A straight broad scalpel, for opening abscesses, cas- 

 trating, etc. 



9. A seton needle, for introducing tapes, etc. In addition 

 to these the case contains half a dozen surgical needles 

 and thread, and two inside pockets for paper,etc. 



Such a set of instruments, made in the best manner and 

 furnished in a neat and durable morocco case, should be 

 bought for ten dollars; and in order that they may be 

 obtained of good quality and with little trouble, we have 

 arranged with the publishers of this work that they shall 

 supply them at the above price, when requested. 



PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATING. 



Fastening the Animal. — In performing o^^erations on ani- 

 mals, it is of the first importance, both for the safety of the 

 operator and the successful achievement of his task, that the 

 patient be firmly secured. 



Usually this can conveniently be done by " casting " or 

 throwing the animal by means of a hobble attached to all 

 four feet, which are then drawn rapidly together by assist- 



