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Mix and give as a powder. 
Keep the dog inside, dry, warm and comfortable an' 
feed light, nutritious food. 
4. Chorea. 
Chorea affects the nerves, causing the affected part t 
jerk constantly. 
Causes. — It is very often noticed after a dog has had ; 
very severe attack of distemper, or it may be caused by a 
injury. 
Symptoms. — There is a continual jerking of the musclt 
around the affected part when the dog is resting. 
Treatment. — There cannot be much done for it after th-. 
disease has once set in, but by giving from one-quarter t( 
one-half a dram of bromide of potassium twice a day on h\> 
tongue with a spoon or in a little new milk, according to tht 
size of the dog, as soon as the disease is noticed, a cure wil 
result in the majority of cases. 
5. Overgrown Claws. 
This affection is mostly found in lap dogs and hous^ 
pets. 
Causes. — Lack of outdoor exercise which prevents dig 
ging and scratching in the ground is the principal cause. 
Symptoms. — The nails grow so long, if not cut, as to 
curl round and pierce the sole of the foot, causing it to be 
very sore. 
Treatment. — Cut off the ends of the claws with a pair 
of clippers. Should the foot be sore, poultice for a few days 
and apply vaseline. 
6. Rheumatism (Kennel Lameness). 
Causes. — Dampness and exposure may cause it. 
Symptoms. — It may affect any part of the body, but 
usually is found to settle in the hind legs. In bad cases there 
is fever, constipation and dryness of the nose. 
Treatment. — Give a physic of Epsom salts every day ; 
two drams in lukewarm water is sufficient for an ordinary 
dog. 
In addition to this give 10 to 30 grains (according to the 
size) of salicylate of soda in a little water three times a day. 
