PREFACE TO THE REVISED AND ENLARGED 
EDITION. 
IN" presenting to the public a revised and enlarged edition 
of The Veterinary Science, it gives the authors a 
peculiar pleasure to acknowledge the gratification which 
the flattering reception of former editions afforded them. 
The importance of having such a work retain its simplicity 
of expression, but at the same time remain comprehensive, 
concise and abreast of the times in the latest and most ap- 
proved methods of treatment, is sufficient apology for what 
they have undertaken to do in presenting this edition. 
They have endeavored, in the revision of the text, as well 
as in the many additional subjects and diseases dealt with, 
to adhere strictly to the original object in view, namely, that 
of using so far as possible the "simplest English language." 
This they believe is a very important and commendable char- 
acteristic of the work worthy of their best efforts. 
An introductory chapter, while not dealing with disease 
or its treatment, is added to serve the purpose of merely 
introducing the student to domestic animals in a general 
way. This, they believe, will not only familiarize him to 
some of the more important characteristics that these animals 
possess and thus fit him to more easily understand the matter 
contained in the pages that follow, but in addition, will in- 
crease his interest, as well as help to concentrate his mind 
upon the subject as a whole. 
Many illustrations and plates have been added, and while 
these no doubt embellish the text and improve the general 
appearance as a whole, the object in view has been to further 
simplify, by pictorial method, the presentation of facts con- 
nected with the physical construction of the animals treated, 
as well as the causes, symptoms and treatment of disease. 
The general arrangement of former editions has been 
retained, although it has been felt necessary to make some 
minor changes. Part IV. has been subdivided and recon- 
structed, making reference to diseases treated more in ac- 
cordance with the general construction of the whole. 
The merits of the present edition are cheerfully sub- 
mitted to the decision of a public judgment; and should the 
motive of the authors, in undertaking the revision and en- 
larging of The Veterinary Science to render it more accept- 
able to those interested in the care and treatment of our 
domestic animals meet with approval, they will feel amply 
repaid for their labors. 
London, Canada, The Authotol 
