The Feather's Practical Pigeon Book 



the matter continues to collect until, if on the leg, the 

 whole thigh becomes involved, but no humane fancier 

 would allow it to progress thus far. The cause is un- 

 certain, some attributing it to blows, others to rheuma- 

 tism. I am inclined to think it arises from a strain or a 

 blow whereby an irritation is provoked, and the bad hu- 

 mors of the body induced to center at this 'point result- 

 ing, if neglected, in the' scrofulous deposit before men- 

 tioned. If noticed in its early stages bathe with hot 

 water, wipe dry, and then rub with strong spirits of 

 camphor, or paint with iodine and acetic acid in equal 

 parts, this to be done once or twice each day until de- 

 cided no cure can be effected. Give internally the horn, 

 remedy thuja. 



CRAMP 



This is a trouble pigeons are not much afifected with. 

 It is, no doubt, caused by cold and dampness, and affects 

 the liriibs and feet, sometimes causing the cords to con- 

 tract so as to draw the toes of the feet tightly together 

 towards the sole of the foot. As a remedy, soak the feet 

 in warm water and rub well the legs and feet with any 

 good liniment. Give internally rhus tox. 



SIXTH DIVISION 



Diseases of the Egg-Organs 



egg bound 

 This is a disease in which the egg in its passage 

 through the oviduct, becomes clogged and interrupted 

 in its course. The bird sits on the nest continually, and 

 when taken in the hand and examined by pressing the 

 fingers against the abdomen the egg can be felt like a 



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