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[illustrated stock doctor. 
after oiling the surface of the bag, places his hand against the point o* 
bow of the bag farthest from the vagina, presses it steadily hut gently 
back, and as far up the vagina as possible. With the left hand, also oiled, 
he now presses in the dependent portions in ..nd up in a similar manner! 
The assistants follow the retracting bag until i is restored. A ball of 
tow is introduced to keep it in place, and a harness (ac shown in the 
foregoi ,g cut), which includes a raised stall. In any event the bowel* 
should be restrained for a day or two by doses „f laudanum. After 
twenty-four hours, if the pains have ceased and the animal is quiet, the 
ball of tow may be removed, and later the harness. A simplification of 
the harness will easily suggest itself to the operator. 
Languid Labor. 
If the presentation, is all right and there is no obstruction, and thq 
mouth of the womb is dilated b it the labor pains are infrequent and 
weak, careful mechanical assistance should be given with the hands as 
heretofore stated, or try first full doses of ergot < ' rye, one to two 
.ounces. It is often inefficient in cows and must be given in large doses. 
Irritability and Straining. 
If this is seen after birth, unless it subsides promptly, or if it show 
itself by repeated spasms and convulsions, give the following in a quart 
ef warm milk: Chloroform and laudanum, each half an ounce. If the 
muzzle is dry and the horns hot, showing tendency to fever, the following 
Will be better: h 
N 0 • W. 2 Oz. sweet spirits of nitre, 
2 Oz. laudanum, 
4 Oz. solution of acetate of ammonia. 
This dose to be given in a quart of tepid milk every hour until relieved. 
Temporary Paralysis. 
Cows are frequently paralyzed in their limbs before parturition. If 
they does not regain the use of their limbs soon, ®r if they improve 
slowly, give the following : 
No. 11. 2 Drachms powdered nux vomica, 
2 Drachms sulphate of iron. 
Give in a pint or two of gruel twice a day. Avoid all so-called cleans- 
ing drinks ; they are generally injurious. When there is unusual debility 
the following will be indicated : 
