CHAPIER IX. 
| DISEASES OF THE BRAIN AND NERVOUS SYSTEM. 
| The nervous system of the horse is highly developed, 
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_approaching in many respects that of man; this being the 
, case he is more liable to brain affections and nervous dis- 
| orders than any of the other domestic animals. 
Inflammation of the Brain. 
This is a very common trouble 
in the horse and we should 
study it closely. It is very 
essential to us that we secure 
well the patient for he generally 
struggles most vioiently during 
his mad fits. 
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the theory that exposure to the burning sun for long 
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_ periods may be a prolific cause. 
