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and subsequent absorption by the blood. Our experience 
of “Sanitas” preparations is such that we confidently 
recommend them as especially suitable for kennel use in 
a variety of ways, as specified in the directions which 
accompany the various forms. 
Classification of Disease.—In order to present the 
subject in a simple and comprehensive form, we have 
arranged the maladies of the dog, as far as possible, in 
accordance with their supposed nature and causes: 
thus, many are conveniently included under the head of 
Blood Diseases ; others as due to Specific, or Contagious 
elements; while the majority, probably arising from 
interference with normal organic function, injury, &c., 
are more conveniently dealt with in their respective 
classes. 
CHAPTER VIII. 
MATERIA MEDICA. 
The Dispensing of Medicines—Nursing—-Doses of Medicines—Alteratives— 
Anodynes—Antiseptics—Antispasmodics—Aperients—Astringents— Blisters 
—Caustics—Clysters, Enemas, or Injections—Cordials—Demulcents—Dia- 
phoretics — Digestives — Diuretics — Electuaries — Embrocations or Lini- 
ments —Emetics—Expectorants—Febrifuges—Fomentations— Hypodermic 
Injections—Inhalations — Lotions— Ointments — External Parasiticides — 
Poultices~Stimulants—Stomachics—Styptics—Tonics—Worm Medicines: 
Internal Parasiticides. . 
THE continuation, as well as the proportions of reme- 
dies for the treatment of disease, are details which 
demand careful attention. In ignorance of the exact 
nature and action, &c., of drugs on the animal body, 
strange and often baneful compounds are prescribed. 
By simple mixture they may become inert, or possibly a 
deadly poison. The truth should be kept in view by all 
who prescribe without the needful intelligence which a 
lengthened study of the subject provides. 
