92 RURAL VETERINARY SECRETS 



TREATMENT 



Almost all farm animals are subject to paralysis due to the 

 above mentioned causes, but hogs very frequently become paralyzed 

 in the hind quarters, which is said to be due to early and constant 

 feeding of corn while the pig is in its growing age. Apply mustard 

 to the region of the spine. Turpentine and lard will answer in the 

 absence of mustard. Some authorities recommend the firing-iron. 

 Internally give Bovolax to relax the bowels and tone the nervous 

 system. This may be followed by teaspoonful doses of powdered 

 Nux Vomica in food three times daily. This dose is for horses and 

 cattle. Smaller animals must be given less according to size and 

 age. 



