vi Preface 
This little volume is based on an experience of 
some twelve years in Michigan, Connecticut and Kansas, 
as a practitioner, as a teacher of veterinary science 
to students in agricultural colleges, and as a lec- 
turer before farmers’ institutes. It has been the aim 
to give concise, practical directions that can be used 
by those who have to do with the care of animals. 
Special attention has been given to the use of domes- 
tic and simple remedies. Complicated medicinal treat- 
ment has been omitted, as not being practicable in 
ordinary hands. For the same reason, rare and 
unusual diseases are omitted because of the danger 
of confusion. 
The writer will be glad to receive suggestions 
from those into whose hands this book may fall, as to 
measures that will make it more useful and practical. 
NELSON 8S. MAYO 
NOTE TO THE SECOND EDITION 
This book was first issued under the title, “Care of 
Animals.” The name is now changed in order that 
the contents of the book may be better expressed. 
There is no change in the text. 
Iruaca, N. Y., L. H BAILEY. 
March 31, 1906 
