FARM DAIRYING 



Did you ever see a stable without a window? I 

 have seen many. 



Fifteen minutes of direct sunshine brings death 

 to most of the disease germs. When we have 

 such a powerful disinfectant free, let us use it 

 abundantly. Have plenty of windows in the sta- 

 ble. Let the sunlight get directly in on all sides 

 if possible. Many have the windows hinged on 

 the lower side and have them open inward from 

 the top. This prevents a direct draught on the 

 cows. Keep the windows free from cobwebs and 

 wash them off occasionally. 



It Is easier to regulate the light than it Is to 

 ventilate properly. If we wish animals to remain 

 healthy they must have pure air to breathe. This 

 means that the foul air from the lungs, and odors 

 from food and excretions, must escape and be 

 replaced by fresh air. Thousands of animals are 

 yearly becoming affected with tuberculosis, due to 

 unsanitary conditions. Effective ventilation Is of 

 infinitely greater value than tuberculin. The first 

 prevents the disease; the other only reveals its 

 presence. There should be at least 500 cubic feet 

 of air space for each cow. 



In the stables of long ago no thought, was 

 taken of the air supply. It got In through the 

 cracks and crevices. The better the stable Is built, 

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