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hitches. They are then passed behind hocks (P, P) in figure 8 

 fashion a couple of times, after which fix them about pasterns (O, 

 O) by half hitches. The opposite side is secured likewise after 

 the animal is turned over. See to it that the hocks are completely 

 flexed and that the feet are not extended too far forward. After 

 the hind legs are secured apply knee strap (M) to off fore leg. 

 The Miles' spreaders (Pig. 39) are now applied, after which the 

 animal is secured for operation. 



Whiie I do not dispute the possibility of castrating a "Bidg- 

 ling" horse on the operating table, nevertheless its practicability 

 is seriously doubted. 



Fig. 39 — utiles' Ridgling Spreaders. 



Position — Lateral recumbent position with side of undescended 

 testicle uppermost. Hocks completely flexed. Hind feet not too 

 far forward and thigh complete abducted. 



Instruments and Equipment — (1) Miles' all-metal hook castrat- 

 ing knife (see Fig. 25). (2) Peritoneum perforator (see Fig. 40). 



Pig. 40 — Peritoneum Perforator. 



