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the abscess close to the quick, so as to allow the pus to 
discharge. Use a solution of 
White Lotion 8 ounces. 
Corrosive Sublimate Vz dram. 
Shake well together, inject it in at the top and allow it to 
discharge through the opening at the bottom. This destroys 
the pipe of the fistula. Poultice almost continually for a 
week or two, changing the poultice twice a day. Discontinue 
the poultice gradually when improvement in the condition of 
the foot is noticed. Should the bone be diseased it may be 
necessary to cut away more of the sole and wall and scrape 
away the diseased portion of bone. Do not attempt this, 
however, unless it is felt to be absolutely necessary. 
15. Seedy Toe. 
This term is applied to a peculiar condition of the horn 
of the toe in which it becomes soft and crumbly, in severe 
cases causing the foot to grow out of shape. A small or 
large portion may be affected. When a large portion is 
affected, the foot becomes deformed, this condition being also 
accompanied by lameness. 
Causes. — Probably the cause most frequently met with is 
the use of shoes with large toe clips. These interfere with 
the proper nutrition of the foot. In fact any condition that 
interferes with the nutrition and impairs the secretion may 
have the same effect. 
Treatment. — Remove the shoe, cut down the toe and 
scrape off the diseased portion of the horn. Poultice the parts 
thoroughly to relieve the inflammation and soreness. Cover 
any sensitive structures left exposed with lard and pine tar. 
Stimulate the growth of the horn by applications of fly blister 
to the top of the hoof. During treatment it is well to poultice 
occasionally to soften the hoof and promote healthy growth. 
16. Canker. 
Canker is a fungus growth affecting the sole and frog. 
Causes. — It is usually the result of some irritating condi- 
tion such as that of puncture, standing in filthy places or 
walking through wet barnyards. 
Symptoms. — The fungus growth usually makes its first 
appearance on the sole or frog. If not treated this extends 
until the whole bottom of the foot becomes involved. It 
