DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF DISEASE 99 



diseases. In performing such an operation have 

 the iron at a full red and white heat and touch the 

 part gently with just sufficient pressure to make a 

 distinct impression. But one leg should be fired at 

 a time. 



It is desirable to shave the hair closely to the 

 skin before applying the iron. The day following 

 the firing spread over the wound any common 

 wound oil like neat's-foot oil or vaseline. Daily 

 applications are called for until the swelling sub- 

 sides. Unless a period of rest is given after the 

 operation, the best results will not be had. Many 

 bone diseases return, or are never cured, because 

 complete recovery never occurred in the first place. 

 Work and exertion only aggravate the cases, often 

 leaving them in a worse condition than before the 

 firing. 



CARING FOR SICK ANIMALS 



In the first place keep them clean. If necessary 

 wash them daily, especially the parts liable to get 

 filthy and dirty. In fever cases a gentle spong- 

 ing, every few hours during the day, is desirable. 

 Vinegar added to tepid water is very good. 



Animals in feverish or chilly condition can be 

 assisted by blankets and bandages. These are very 

 helpful in warding off congestion of the internal 

 organs and in maintaining an even temperature of 

 the body. Any warm rug or blanket that is clean 

 and light will serve. 



In bandaging the legs, endeavor to get an equal 

 pressure at all points. A long roll is, therefore, 

 best, and several layers should be wrapped around 

 the member. It is a good plan to remove the 

 bandage, replacing with another at least once a 



