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rubbing the body. If breathing is slow, a few tablespoonfuls 

 of brandy and water, given after the first few respirations, will 

 be of material service in invigorating the low vital process. 



As soon as the mare has recovered from the shock of giving 

 birth, she should be allowed to tend the foal, for it will be phys- 



FiG. 48.- 



- Hackney Coach Mare, aoti Foal Three Weeks Old. 

 by A. R. Gillis, Syracuse, N.Y. 



Owned 



ically benefited thereby. ' If she refuses to dry and caress it, 

 a little flour sprinkled over the back of the foal will often attract 

 her to it. Should she still refuse, the foal must be dried with a 

 soft flannel, aided to find the teat, and assisted to obtain its 

 first nourishment. 



