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from such cows whenever they could, regardless of the conse¬ 
quences. This is the one great cause of the increase in abortion. 
No cow, with the disposition to abort, should be bred from upon 
any account, for this disease is largely hereditary. Bad smells, 
or filth of any kind, often cause abortion. Leaving a dead pig, 
calf, or any other decomposing animal matter lying around the 
premises is a fruitful source of abortion. Ill-usage, bad food or 
water, anything which interferes materially with the tranquillity 
of the cow, especially those of a fine organism may bring about 
abortion. Cure—prevention. 
Next is manimictus, or inflammation of the bag. Bemedy: 
cooling applications ; cold water constantly applied is very good ; 
1 1-4 lb. Epsom salts, 2 oz. best ground ginger, (for a large cow), 
as one dose, are very efficacious, as lowering the whole tempera¬ 
ture of the body. Follow these by fever medicines. 
Stoppage of the Teats —are of three kinds; first, caused by 
the membrane in some manner covering and blocking up the 
entrance, consequently preventing the flow of milk. Second ; in 
the middle of the teat a small tumor often forms and stops the 
milk from flowing. Third ; at the outer or lower end, a glary 
fluid or fungus excresence forms and stops up the aperture or pas¬ 
sage, and of course, no milk can be had. For the first two, the 
milk tube must be used. Dip it in equal parts tincture of iodine 
and sweet oil; then very carefully insert it until the milk has run 
out, or longer. For the third, a sharp knife or instrument made 
for such purposes should be used. Dissect away whatever may 
cause the obstruction ; dress with common ointment or tincture of 
myrrh, or both. But before using the knife, be sure you are right 
as to the stoppage, or you may cause serious mischief. 
Next, Placenta or After-birth .—To prevent serious disorganization 
and disease, within an hour after calving, the after-birth should be 
carefully taken away by some person well acquainted with such 
things. If such a person cannot be had, then must you yourself 
try, not the quack. Take hold of the end of the membrane in 
your left hand, lard well your right arm, insert the hand, and hold 
your thumb and forefinger underneath, and follow to the end of 
the membrane, and detach with the thumb and finger nails, pul¬ 
ling moderately at the same time with both hands until the sub- 
