12 THE SHIKARI 



well known, and essence of peppermint is invaluable 

 for stomach pains — dose 20 drops in water. 



Tonic. — Easton's Syrup is a splendid pick-me-up 

 after a dose of fever or other run-down condition, 

 and can be given with advantage when feeling off- 

 colour, and can be kept going for two or three 

 weeks without harm. 



Disinfectant. — Permanganate of potash in water 

 is an excellent disinfectant for the washing of all 

 wounds and sores. If earth or foreign matter has 

 entered, great care must be taken in seeing that all 

 of it is removed and the parts well washed and 

 cleansed with the disinfectant before binding and 

 bandaging up. 



Ointment. — Ichthyol and hazeline cream mixed 

 make an excellent ointment for skin diseases and 

 parasites ; use vaseline for all general surface wounds, 

 rubs, etc. The best treatment for bush sores is 

 to keep them thoroughly clean, cover with lint or 

 gauze, and continually keep wet with cold water. 

 They should be very carefully watched, and not 

 allowed to become too deep-seated or the parts get 

 swollen. A disinfectant wash and boric ointment 

 may also be used, and as they are to a great extent 

 due to the state of the blood, some doses of salts or 

 other cooling medicine will be advantageous. 



Liniment. — Embrocation is invaluable for both men 

 and animals. For ponies with stiff legs caused through 

 fast or over-riding, rub thoroughly with the embro- 



