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Violent purgative should be avoided, but bran mashes 

 may be given instead, to induce regular evacuations. 



Falling of the Penis. 



This complaint is occasioned by the total relaxation, 

 and consequent weakness of the muscles and ligaments 

 intended to sustain it in its natural condition. 



Over- worked horses, and particularly stallions which 

 have covered too many mares, are subject to this 

 complaint. 



Treatment. — In slight cases the penis may be returned 

 within its sheath, and charged repeatedly in the course 

 of the day with cold water, or a saturated solution of 

 common salt in water. 



The muscles may be anointed with the following 

 liniment : — 



Prepared Hogs' Lard 4 ounces. 



Oil of Turpentine 1 ,, 



Melt the lard in a vessel over a slow fire, then add 

 the turpentine, stir until they are thoroughly incorpo- 

 rated, when it is ready for use. 



Should the disease prove obstinate, bolster up the 

 penis, and apply a charge over the back of the sheath, 

 leaving ample room for the horse to urinate. 



When the disease is accompanied by debility, 

 administer cordials and tonics. 



