RECIPES. 161 



For a Strain. 



One ounce of spirits of turpentine, half a pint of old 

 beer, and half a pint of brine. Bathe the part affected, 

 and repeat it if required. Or, one ounce of sal-ammo-- 

 niac and one pint of vinegar : keep the dog quiet. 



When a Dog looks heavy and sleepy in cold Weather. 



Give him old beer, sugared, and toasted bread crum- 

 bled into it. To be given quite warm. 



Swelled Seats. 



Rub with a pomade, composed of camphorated spirit, 

 or brandy and goose grease, two or three times a 

 day. 



For a Bruise in the Joint. 

 Oil of turpentine. To be well rubbed in. 



To prevent Hydrophobia, or Canine Madness. 



As soon as possible after the bite is received, well 

 wash the part: apply salt, squeeze the incision, and 

 bind as much salt on it as you can, stopping the circula- 

 tion above it. Keep the dog tied up. 



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