DISEASES OF THE BRAIN AND NERVOUS SYSTEM 85 
Should the anima! prove to be spavined, the following linimemt 
is recommended : 
Kerosene Oil... sscecscsovcccscecs 
Mix 
No 12. Cod-liver of]... ccccccecccccnvecse \ equal parts, 
A smal] quantity of this liniment should be rubbed on the seat 
of spavin, inside of the hock, once or twice daily, until counter- 
irritation is accomplished, which shall be known in consequence 
of the hair falling off; then discontinue the liniment, and lubricate 
the affected parts with olive oil, and wait patiently, so as to see 
what Nature will do for the case. ‘‘ Patient waiters are no losers.” 
The popular, or rather the ancient, method of treatment does mor 
hartn than good. 
