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throat; looks “tucked up”; discharges from the 
nose ; pulse low. 
Treatment.—Never purge. Keep the horse warm, 
and give him good tepid gruel (linseed or oatmeal) 
whenever he will take it. 
Staggers 
Cause—Over-feeding ; over-feeding after fasting, 
and over-drinking after over-feeding. 
Treatmént.—In violent cases send for the vet. 
In less violent cases, a quart of any oil, such as olive 
oil, should be given. 
Lockjaw 
Treatment.—Send for the vet. 
Affections of the Eyes 
Treatment.—Send for the vet. 
Lampas 
Treatment—Do not operate for lampas; give 
soft and cooling food ; consult a vet. 
Inflammation of the Kidneys 
Symptoms.—Back set up; short breathing ; head 
frequently turned towards the loins; head hanging ; 
a straggling gait; and urine scanty. The test 
usually employed is pressure with the hand on the 
loins, when the horse will bend under or crouch. 
Treatment.—Rub in mustard over the loins, and 
send for the vet. 
