^ 01 - */- ^> V o vO c x ^ *£* J I A* ^^ o »4 1 *< 'O0 x ^ V oo v '/- ,,' ,^l>* -., '^ . V.) o» . l '■■f carbolic acid, one oz., to water, one quart. Poultices of flax-seed rnaal are sometimes very useful. RHEUMATISM. In acute rheumatism there is great excitement and fever with severe pain in the legs and joints. The pain is so severe that the horse hardly dares to move from the place he occupies, on account of the extreme pain which it causes. Has no unnatural heat in the feet as in founder. Cause. Exposure to a draft of cold air when a horse has been heated and thus suddenly checking perspiration. Treatment. Place the horse in a good, comfortable stable as soon as possible after it is discovered that he is afflicted with acute rheuma- tism, and commence the following treatment. Give the horse about twenty-five drops of the tincture of aconite root every four hours un- til five or six doses have been given. Cover with a blanket and give the horse general good care. Give the following powders as soon as the tincture of aconite has been given. Bicarbonate soda, four ozs., sulphur, eight ozs., saltpetre powdered, four ozs., mix, and divide into eight powders and give two or three times a day according to the severity of the case and repeat if necessary. Apply Kendall's Spavin Cure to the joints or to any part which swells or is tender. Chronic Rheumatism. This is a frequent cause of lameness and it is many times quite difficult to decide fully as to the cause of the lameness. Treatment. For this form of the disease we recommend the same powders as given above for acute rheranatism, only to be continued a longer time, and to apply the Kendall's Spavin Cure to the afflicted parts. Only a small quantity need be used at a lime but it should be rubbed down to the skin well and continued for several weeks if it should be necessary to continue as long. The Spavin Cure used twice a day is also the best external remedy we know of for this disease in man ; but should be used for some time, as this disease when of long standing can not be cured in a few days. It may be applied a smajl quantity at a time and continued foivme to three or four weeks. RING-BONE. (For position see plate of skeleton.) Ring-bone is the result, usually, of a weakness, hereditary predisposition, or from a peculiar formation of the pastern joints which makes them poorly adapted to hard work ; and therefore a provisional callous ( or bony substance ) is thrown out as a provision of nature to strengthen parts which are too weak. Only slight injuries to such a joint as we have described above will many times result in the growth of a ring-bone. Treatment. The treatment of ring-bone has been very unsatisfac- tory in the past and is still attended with much difficulty in some cases, especially those of long standing and on old horses; yet we feel certain 26 SADDLE GALLS. ] # that the following treatment will prove successful in a large share of cases, if persevered in. We find many I 'J!^ persons who expect a cure too soon and condemn the best treatment possible before they have used it long enough for it to have any effect whatever, and there- fore we say if you would treat ring-bone successfully j j& never Stop in a few days, as so serious an affection mffi 9 can n °t be removed in so short a time. If it is of re- ^J§SF r-"'-> ceQ t origin, and the horse is young we feel confident that nearly all such cases can be cured with a proper use of Kendall's Spavin Cure; but if the case is of long standing and on an old horse the chances of a ring-bone. cure are lessened and therefore we find it neces- 1. The joint between sary in many cases to use with the Spavin Cure, the pastern bones. Kendairs Blister, as per direction on bottle. 2. The joint between _ . . _ . ,„ _ . _, ,. . . . the lower pastern (or In using the Kendairs Spavin Cure, clip the hair small pastern ) and over the bunch and apply from every other clay to coffin bone. two or three times a day as seems to work best; rub well with the hand often. In most cases it would be best to apply soft soap once in four to ten days to soak up the scab, then clean off and ap- ply the Spavin Cure again. In some very bad cases where the Spavin Cure does not seem to remove the bunch and lameness after using one bot- tle, it would be best to use our blister, followed by the application of Spavin Cure every day for two or three, weeks when the blister can be repeated if necessary. In using Kendall's Blister, clip the hair over the bunch and rub in the blister well for ten minutes or more. Put on some sweet oil or other grease in two days. When the inflammation subsides, wash with cas- tile soap and warm water, and when it is dry apply Kendall's Spavin Cure as directed on bottle. If the case does not yield in two or three weeks, use the blister again as before, followed by the Spavin cure in two or three days. Tie up the horse's head for a few hours after the Blister has been ap- plied. We would say that this blister works admirably on many cases alone ( not only for ring-bone but also for spavins, curbs &c.) and is particularly of great value in connection with the Spavin Cure for old and bad cases which do not seem to yield from the use of the Spavin Cure alone. ( Where the Kendall's Blister cannot be had of the agent, send $ 1. to B. J. Kendall, Enos burgh Falls, Vt., and we will send a box by return mail.) Give the horse a rest of a few weeks after the cure seems to be completed. SADDLE GALLS are sores produced by the saddle or any part of the harness. SCRATCHES. 27 Treatment. The cause should be removed by attending to the saddle or oiher part of the harness and fixing so as to remove the pressure. Kendall's Spavin Cure is used with excellent success for all such sores by applying a small quantity twice a day. If the Spavin Cure cannot be obtained, get at a drug store Laudanum two ozs. Tannin two drachms and mix and apply twice a day. SCRATCHES. An inflammation of the skin of the heel of a horse, the first appearance of which is usually a dry and scurvy state of the skin of the heel, with redness, heat, and itching, ( See grease.) Treatment. Wash the affected parts clean with castile soap and warm soft water and dry, then use glycerine, eight ozs., carbolic acid 1 drachm ; mix, and apply twice a day, washing as above when necessary to keep the parts clean. Also see treatment for grease. It has been reported to us that Kendall's Spavin Cure, applied twice a day after washing as above, has worked nicely. It is well usually to give condition powders: saltpetre four ozs., sulphur eight ozs., copperas four ozs., fenugreek twelve ozs., gentian four ozs., mix; and give a ta- ble-spoonful twice a day. SHOULDER LAMENESS. This is common among young horses when plowing in the furrow or from a slip sideways of horses of all ages. Hor- ses in cities are especially liable to this difficulty. The muscles of the shoulder and sometimes the shoulder joint is involved. Symptoms. Heat, tenderness, and sometimes swelling of the parts It is sometimes difficult to ascertain the exact location of the lameness but by making a thorough examination of all parts and finding no lame- ness, heat, or tenderness in other parts, it will be quite certain that the difficulty is located in the shoulder, especially if found hot and tender. The horse steps shorter with the sound leg than with the lame one, which he drags along. In nearly all diseases in the foot the horse stretches the leg out straight forward, but in shoulder lameness it will be carried out more from the body. Treatment. The horse should have entire rest, and the shoulder should have cold water cloths applied to it for two or three days and changed frequently. As soon as the heat has been reduced the cold water cloths' may be left off and Kendall's Spavin Cure applied twice a day for a few days or until the lameness subsides. In some cases the Kendall's Blister would work admirably. In applying the Blister place it where the friction from the collar will not affect it. Allow the horse a rest of two or three weeks after the cure seems to be complete and treatment stopped. SHOULDER-JOINT LAMENESS. This difficulty being located in the joint is much more serious than the shoulder lameness just described, and more difficult to effect a perfect cure. SIDE-BONES. , §m Symptoms. The animal drags the leg, with the toe on the ground, and throws the leg out in attempting to move it. It is with great difficulty that he can raise his foot. Treatment. If the treatment is not put off too long a cure may reason- c ^ r £?j a ily be expected, if the following di- '^ V JL T'Ctions are followed. This disease ' ^^^/^.i^ being similar to a spavin in the hock- dragging the forward foot joint should have similar treatment. an indication OF shoulder If the part is very hot reduce the lamp;ness. temperature by cold cloths as recommended for shoulder lameness or per- haps hot fomentations may work well instead of the cold — then apply Kendall's Spavin Cure two or three times a day as directed for spavin. [f after one bottle of Spavin Cure has been used, the case does not im- prove as fast as is thought it should, use Kendall's Blister as recom- mended for ring-bone and follow it with the Spavin Cure as before. ( See also treatment of spavin.) Give the horse a good bedding with dry sawdust or some soft bed foi his front feet to stand on, as he will be liable to stamp on the floot with his foot, and in this way you will avoid the concussion to the- shoulder. SIDE BONES. This is a species of ring-bone. The side cartilage? of the joint become ossified but do not extend around as in ring-bone The treatment should be the same as for ring-bone. SKIN DISEASES. There are many different varieties of skin dis- eases and yet many seem to be produced by the same causes but pre- sent different appearances in different horses. BALDNESS. This is produced by faulty digestion sometimes when small pimples appear in abundance and contain a fluid. In this form turn the. horse to grass or give soft feed. If caused by blisters, burns, &c, if the true akin has not been destroyed apply three or four times a week the following mixture. Glycerine, four ozs., tincture of cantharides, two ozs., mix. Some cases do well by using the follow- ing — iodine, one drachm, lard, two ozs. mix and rub down to the skin twice a week. MANGE, ITCH &C. These are contag ious diseases caused by an insect burrow ing in the skin. THE MANGE INSECT. 50RE3. 29 \ will cut. Shake well before using. Dose from one to two teaspoonfuls two or three times a day. Farcy. Nitrate of potash, 4 ozs., black antimony, 2 ozs., sulphite of soda, 1 oz., elecampane, 2 ozs. ; mix, dose, one tablespoonful once or twice a day. Nasal Gleet. Copperas, 2 ozs. pulverized gentian, 3 ozs. elecampane, 1 oz. linseed meal, 3 ozs.; mix, and give from J to 1 tablespoon- full twice a day. No. 2 — Aloes 6 ozs., pulverized mix vomica, 3 drachms, flax- seed meal, 4 ozs., make into eight powders and give one or two each day. Cracked Heels. Tar, 8 ozs., beeswax, 1 oz., rosin, 1 oz., alum, 1 oz., tallow, 1 oz., sulphate of iron, 1 oz., carbolic, acid 1 drachm ; mix, and boil over a slow fire. Skim off the filth, and add 2 ozs. of the scrapings of sweet elder. Thrush. No. 1. Wash the feet well, with castile soap and water, and sprinkle a small quantity of pulverized blue vitriol in the cleft and then fill up all the cavities with cotton and press it in so as to keep out all dirt and repeat as often as necessary until the cure is complete. No. 2. Blue vitriol and copperas, of each one ounce, burnt alum, 2 ozs., white vitriol, J oz. ; mix. Water Farcy. No. 1. Saltpetre, 2 ozs., copperas, 2 ozs., ginger, 1 oz., fenu- greek, 2 ozs., anise, J oz., gentian, 1 oz. ; mix and divide into eight powders ; give two or three each day. No. 2. Gentian, 1 oz., ginger, J oz., anise, 1 oz., elecampane, 2 ozs., blue vitriol, 1 oz., flaxseed meal, 2 ozs., saltpetre, 2 ozs., mix, MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS. 53 and divide into eight powders. Moderate daily exercise and rubbing the limbs are useful. Healing Preparations. No. 1. Carbolic acid, 1 oz., soft water, 2 pts. ; mix. No. 2. White vitriol, 1 oz., soft water, 2 pts. ; mix. No. 3. Pulverized camphor, 1 drachm, prepared chalk, 6 drachms, burnt alum, 4 drachms ; mix. Sprinkle over the sore. No. 4. Tincture of opium, 1 oz., tannin, 1 drachm ; mix and shake well before using. Excellent for galls of collar, saddle, or in fact for any purpose requiring a healing astringent. For Galled Back or Shoulders. Tincture of arnica, 1 oz., vinegar, 6 ozs., brandy, 4 ozs., sal am- moniac, 2 ozs., soft water, 1 pt. ; mix, and bathe with it often. For Unhealthy Ulcers. Nitric acid, 1 oz., blue vitriol, 3 ozs., soft water, fifteen ozs. For Fresh Wounds. Copperas, 2 drachms, white vitriol, 3 drachms, gunpowder, 2 drachms, boiling soft water, 2 qrts. ; mix ; when cool it is ready for use. Healing Mixture. Cosmoline, 5 ozs., carbolic acid, 1 drachm ; mix. This is one of the very best of mixtures for any sore, especially such cases as are inclined not to heal readily. To Cure Mange. Oil Tar, 1 oz., lac sulphur, 1J ozs., whale oil, 2 ozs. ; mix. Pub a little on the skin wherever the disease appears, and continue daily for a week and then wash off with castile soap and warm water. Healing Mixture for Cuts. Balsam copaiba, 2 ozs., tincture of myrrh, 3 ozs. ; mix. This is a good healing mixture. 54 MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS. Sore Lips. The lips become sore frequently at the angles of the mouth, from bruising with the bit. They can be cured by applying the follow- ing mixture. Tincture of myrrh, 2 ozs., tincture of aloes, 1 oz. and tincture of opium, J oz., mix and apply three or four times a day. For Sore Mouth and Lips. Borax, 1 oz., Tannin, J oz., Glycerine, 8 ozs., mix, and apply two or three times a day with a swab. For Spavins, &c. Hog's lard and spirits of turpentine ; mix, and place in the hot sunshine for four or five days. Apply four or five times a week. Eyewater. White vitriol and saltpetre, of each one scruple, pure soft water, 8 ozs. ; mix. This should be applied to the inflamed lids 3 or 4 times a day and if the inflammation does not lessen in 1 or 2 days it may be injected directly into the eye. The writer has used this for his own eyes, reduced half with water and dropped directly into the eye, which would cause the eye to smart considerably for about five minutes when he would bathe the eye with cold water for a few minutes and by repeating this 3 or 4 times a day it has given the very best of satisfaction. It does nicely many times to just close the eye and bathe the outside freely. For Poll Evil, Fistula, or any Indolent Ulcer. Fill the sore to the bottom with ashes from burnt corn cobs ; re- peat two or three times if necessary until a cure is effected. For Colic. Take of gum nryrrh, 1 oz., gum camphor, 1 oz., powdered gum guaiac, 1 oz., cayenne, 1 oz., sassafras bark powdered, 1 oz., spirits turpentine, 1 oz., oil origanum, ^ oz., oil hemlock, J oz., pulverized opium, J- oz., strongest alcohol, 2 qrts ; mix all together and shake often for eight or ten days and filter or strain through flan- MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS. '55 nel. Dose from 1 to 3 tablespoonfuls, according to the severity of the case, given in a pint of milk. We never have known the above remedy to fail of giving relief when given for colic, in horses. In many cases where it has been used it has given immediate relief when various other remedies had failed of giving any relief. It makes one of the very best of Pain Killers for family use and we advise all to keep it on hand. For Flesh Wounds. To prevent inflammation or tendency to sloughing or mortifica- tion. Take 1 pound saltpetre, 2 gallons water, 3 pints proof spir- its : mix, and inject into the wound with a syringe three times a day until it heals. In treating deep wounds or of a dangerous char- acter, especially if the animal is inclined to be fat, give a dose of physic, feed bran, carrots, &c. No grain should be fed, grass is more desirable than hay. If grass is fed freely, physic is not necessary. For Removing Enlargements &c. Oil spike, 1 oz., camphor, 1 oz., oil origanum, 2 ozs., oil amber, 1 oz., spirits turpentine, 2 ozs. Rub on the mixture thoroughly two or three times a week. For Bruises, Cuts &c, on Horse or Man. Tincture arnica, 1 oz., sassafras oil, J oz., laudanum, 1 oz. ; mix. Shake well before using. Bandage lightly, and keep wet with the mixture. Quarter Crack. The best way to cure quarter crack is to open the heel on that side between bar and frog, cutting down pretty well, (not sufficient to cause bleeding,) until the quarter will give freely ; then put on a shoe that will expand the heel. It is only necessary in this case that the inner heel should be opened or spread as the hoof is sim- pl} T too small for the foot ; if this is properly done the point is di- rectly reached. Some recommend, in addition to this, burning with a hot iron a crease across at the upper edge of hoof. If this is 56 MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS. done properly the hoof will not split any more. The hoof may now be more rapidly grown if desired. Opening the foot and the shoe is the point of success. Quittor. Corrosive sublimate, J oz., muriatic acid 20 drops, soft water, 2 ozs. ; mix the two last and shake well, then add the first. , Inject a little with a glass syringe one or two times, being care- ful to inject to the bottom. Warm poultices generally work well, used for several days. Bots. All horses which run out to grass are quite sure to have bots in their stomachs, and as there is so much misconception about bots and their destructiveness to horses, we copy the result of a series of experiments with bots three fourths grown. When immersed in rum, they live, 25 hours ; decoction of tobac- co, 11 hours; strong oil of vitriol, 2 hours 18 minutes; essential oil of mint, 2 hours 5 minutes. Were immersed without apparent injury, in spirits of camphor, 10 hours ; fish oil, 49 hours ; tincture aloes, 10 hours ; in brine, 10 hours ; solution indigo, 10 hours. A number of small bots, with one that was full grown, were immersed in a strong solution of corrosive sublimate, one of the most power- ful poisons ; the small ones died in one hour, but the full grown one was taken out of the solution, six hours after its immersion, ap- parently unhurt. It will be seen by the above experiments, that no medicine can be given which will effect the bot, that will not destroy the coating of the stomach, and injure or kill the horse. No veterinary sur- geon can tell the symptoms of bots from colic. In fact there is but little doubt, that ninety nine out of every one hundred cases of belly ache, is no more nor less than colic and not bots, and should be treated as we have already directed in the treatment of colic. To Grow Hair. Mix sweet oil, 1 pint, sulphur, 3 ozs. Shake well, and rub well into the dock twice a week. MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPT8. 57 For Worms. Calomel, 1 drachm, tartar emetic, J drachm, linseed meal, 1 oz., fenugreek, 1 oz. Mix and give in feed at night, and repeat the dose for two or three times and follow with 1J pints of Unseed oil about 6 hours after the last powder has been given. { Grease Heel. Chloride of zinc, 1J drachm, water, 10 ounces, glycerine, 8 ozs. , mix. If there is much discharge, apply a poultice for several hours followed by application of the above after cleansing well with soft water and castile soap. The following powders should be given at the same time in the feed, every night for a week or two. Bicar- bonate of soda, 1 ounce, arsenic, 1 drachm, iodide of iron, J ounce, fenugreek, 2 ounces, ginger, 2 ounces, elecampane, 1 ounce, mix thoroughly and divide into 12 powders. Tor Distemper. Hops, 2 ounces, carbolic acid 30 drops, boiling water, 2 gallons. Mix the hops and carbolic acid with the boiling water and compel the animal to inhale the steam for 15 or 20 minutes at a time and repeat three times a day. Apply a strong mustard paste to the throat, and place a warm poultice over the paste. Feed warm mashes and boiled vegetables ; keep stable comfortably warm and the air pure. Give the following powders once a day. Take pow- dered Peruvian bark, 2 ounces, powdered gentian, 1 ounce, pow- dered copperas, 1 ounce, mix and divide into 8 powders. Thrush. Take white vitriol, 2 ounces, soft water 8 ounces. Mix, and ap- ply to the diseased surface, after the ragged parts have been cut away and thoroughly cleansed. Pack the cavities with cotton bat- ting, so as to keep out all dirt. For Ringworm. Apply mercurial ointment 3 or 4 times a week. 58 MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS. For Brittle and Contracted Hoofs. Take of castor oil, Barbadoes tar and soft soap, equal parts of each, melt all together and stir while cooling, and apply a little to the hoof 3 or 4 times a week. TO HORSE OWNERS, All must admit that we live in an age of improvements ; and that we enjoy what our forefathers never even dreamed of in the fast and easy transportation, rapid communication from continent to continent, and the use of the hundreds of labor saving machines ; and yet before or even when these great discoveries were first made known to the public how many there were (like Thomas) who doubted : but " time will prove all things," and so it has been with all these inventions which were once said to be impossibilities, for now we know them to be of the great value which their originators claimed them to be. In the year 1875 it was claimed by the publisher of this book, that he had discovered a combination of remedies which would cure bone spavins and remove the enlargement without blistering 01 causing any sore. Like all other discoveries this too was scouted at when first announced to the public, and, as might naturally be ex- pected, by those who knew most about the usual manner of treating this difficulty, and by those who had tried faithfully ever}i:hing they could learn of ever being used, but only meeting with disappoint- ment with each trial' of the vaunted remedy. This class (being horsemen) knew that a bone spavin made an otherwise valuable horse of but little worth, for they knew how frequently the most pow- erful remedies had been used, such as blisters, which were so pow- erful as to destroy the tissues, and also the red hot iron, which was 60 TO HORSE OWNERS. worse if possible, and still the horse left as bad or ivorse than before anything had been used — therefore after so many disappointments of this kind it would be very natural for men having such an expe- rience to say it was impossible to cure a spavin and remove the bunch, and to do it with a remedy so mild as not to blister. But, as we said before, time will prove all things, and so it has been with Kendall's Spavin Cure, and those who were the first to condemn it are now the loudest in its praise ; (I mean those who were horse- men, and who knew that if a cure was to be accomplished there was something needed more than to simply make a few hasty and per- haps faulty applications, and therefore would use the Spavin Cure with patience, according to directions.) The time was, in the practice of medicine, when about every pa- tient was subjected to the rash treatment of bleeding and salivation from the indiscriminate use of calomel, but time has proved these plans of treatment to be more fruitful of damage than otherwise, so they have become among the things of the past. A similar reform is now taking placein the treatment of the horse, the most useful an- imal ever created ; and horsemen are beginning to learn that a horse needs more humane treatment than he has receivea in the past, and that the cases are very rare which require the powerful reme- dies that have been in use ; and I think we can safely say that those cases never occur which require the use of the red hot iron, and the men are very few that would allow this barbarous treat- ment to be practised upon their own person, and we ask why any man should allow the noble animal to be subjected to any treatment that he would not submit to upon his own person? Could the horse, like Balaam's animal, be for a moment endowed with the power of speech, he would say — do not subject me to any treatment which you consider too cruel for yourself; for we, like you, have been created with nerves of sensibility, so that pain is as hard for us to endure as for you, and therefore we ask that you will always have mercy upon us (as a merciful man mould do) and consider before treating us (or neglecting to do so, whether it is doing just as you would be done by. It might be of interest to some for us to state here how Ken- dall's Spavin Cure happened to be discovered. to horse owners. 61 Our Experience with Bone Spavin. The proprietor having a horse which he prized, for her goodness and gentleness, and which in some way became spavined, was under the necessity of resorting to the popular remedies in use at that time, for the treatment of the spavin ; after a few week's treat- ment the outlook seemed to be rather discouraging ; but as we had had experience as a practising physician, and also the benefits of all the receipts which were said to be cures — having been in the drug business for several years, and illled the receipts from the va- rious horsemen in our vicinity — we felt that our experience had been such that we were certainly equal to the task, if any one was, and so we continued, first with this liniment, and then with the other, until we had gone through with the whole catalogue of the (so called) " sure cures." We took counsel of the various horse- men who were quite sure their receipt would be just the thing, but when informed that all this and more too had been used, we received but little consolation. As the horse was no better, and several weeks had elapsed since we began the treatment, our faith in the power of any remedy to even stop the lameness (say nothing of re- moving the enlargment) was very weak ; but still we were finally persuaded that a thorough use of blisters might cure and it was our only hope, and we therefore proceeded to torment the poor animal, by applying blisters about every two weeks and giving the horse rest until six blisters had been applied, during which time the horse was allowed to remain (nearly all summer) in the barn, and as the horse was no better, that we could perceive, it will be easy for any one to imagine our feelings in regard to the power of any remedy to cure a bone spavin, and then we, like many others were very posi- tive in our opinion that there was nothing which would cure a bone spavin, and finally stopped all treatment. About six weeks after we had stopped all treatment, we decided to give the case another trial, for it seemed to us that there was something that would effect a cure if we could only get the right thing. Instead of using the remedies which everybody said were sure cures, we began to reason about the matter, and it occurred to us that if we had been treating a human being we should have treated him in a more humane manner, and therefore we compounded 62 TO HORSE OWNERS. a mixture which was entirely different from an}^thing we had ever heard of being used, and again began to treat the horse, and, to our great surprise, in a short time (about two weeks), the lameness all subsided ; and by continuing the treatment a while after the lame- ness had subsided the enlargment was entirely removed. I could hardly realize what a wonderful cure had finally been accomplished, but after preparing the same mixture for a great many cases with- out hearing of its failing to cure in a single case, I was then fully satisfied of the great worth of this remedy to horse owners, and be- gan to put it up for the public ; and since that time the cures which it has effected have been almost innumerable, and now those who are most capable of judging of its merits pronounce it to be the best remedy for the purposes for which it is prepared that they have ever known to be used. We therefore offer the Kendall's Spavin Cure to the public with perfect confidence, believing that in nearly if not every case in which a man might reasonably expect a cure, if he uses the Spavin Cure thoroughly and patiently, according to the directions, he will effect a cure. By the words " thoroughly and patiently" used above we mean, to use as directed on bottle, by rubbing down to the skin well, as what remains on the hair has no effect, and by applying over the size of the whole of the enlargement ; but there is no good rea- son for applying all over the leg because one desires to be thorough and cover the whole of the bunch, for what is applied to the space outside of the enlargement is only wasted — but we frequently find parties who apply it almost indiscriminately to the whole of the hock joint, when the space the size of a cent, perhaps, would be all that was necessary, and therefore the bottle of Spavin Cure is used, or rather wasted, in a very few days and the man finds his horse no better, and drops the use of the Cure, and perhaps condemns it, when he has not given it the slightest fair chance to effect a cure ; By the word "patiently" we would be understood to mean, to apply it according to directions, for a longtime, if necessary, for no difficulty of so serious a nature as Spavin is, can be removed by any remedy in only a few days ; and if any man would stop to consider, he might know that it would be hnpossible. We might occupy many pages in relating our experience and in giving full directions for the use of TO HORSE OWNERS. 63 Kendall's Spavin Cure, but will not add more here except to say use good common sense in applying if, and in the use of the horse. Please look over the following testimonials, many of which are from the most prominent gentlemen and horse owners in the coun- try. Also see treatment given for bone spavin &c. What some of our Agents say of it. Office of C. M. Moseman & Bro., Manufacturers of and Dealers in Harness, Horse Clothing, &c. 126 Chambers St., New York Oity, Jan. 22d, 1878. Dr. B. J. Kendall— Dear Sir : — We take great pleasure in stating to you that the sale of your Spavin Cure has been without exception, the most satisfactory of any horse liniment we have ever kept in our stock. We have sold it to many of the best horse men in our city and they all tell us freely that it does the work to their entire satisfaction. Capt. Rynders, owner of "Aberdeen," told us to-day it was worth $5. per bottle and if it could not be got for less he would give it. Trusting that every horse owner will find out its good qualities, we are Yours Truly, C. M. MOSEMAN & BliO. Office of Peter Hayden & Co., Nos. 45 & 47 Lake St. Chicago, III., Mar. 16th, 1878. Dr. B. J. Kendall— Dear Sir :— As to your "Spavin Cure" we will most freely say that in our sales of same, we have ever found that it brings back the good words of the user, and we have letters on file, too many to re- write, that speak in the highest terms of your " Spavin Cure." We have no fear in always recommending it, with our experience ft^id belief of its virtues. Respectfully, P. HAYDEN & Co. P. Hayden, Wm. B. Hayden, C H. Allen, Albert Hayden. Office of A. V. Smith & Co., Manufrs and Dealers in fine Harness, Carriages &c., 65 and 67 State St., Rocilestek, N. Y., Jan. 30th, 1878. Dr. B. J. Kendall— Dear Sir :— It is with pleasure that we state to you that the re- ports from the sales we have made of your Spavin Cure, both to the trade and to prom- inent horsemen, has been the most satisfactory of any remedy we ever sold or heard of, as they all tell us freely that it works to their entire satisfaction, and in nearly every case they come back for more, and in no instance have we heard anything but favorable reports. Respectfully Yours, A. V. SMITH & CO. Milwaukee, Wis., Jan. 23, 1878. Dr. B. J. Kendall, Enosburg Falls, Vt.— Dear Sir :— I have now been selling your Spavin Cure" for about one year. I have not used it myself as I have not had any oc- casion, but the many who have bought and used it have— so far as I have heard from tli em— uniformly expressed satisfaction, several assuring me it is, if used according to the directions, " by far the best article they have ever used on horses," and have repeat- ed their orders for it. Yours Respectfully. GEO. DYER. Wholesale Saddlery Dealer. TESTIMONIALS. 65 Pw The following Letters are from prominent horsemen and nearly, If not all of them large owners. Boston, Mass., Jan. 30th, 1873. Messrs. French & Coffin— Gents :— We have used " Kendall's Spavin Cure" successfully in two instances, one of them being a valua- ble trotting mare. The cure in both case3 'was complete. It is the only effective reme- dy we have known for the purpose, and we take pleasure in adding our testimonial to its virtues. Tours Truly, CILLEY, STIMPSON & WOODBURY. Office U. S. Marshall, Western Dist. oFMichigan, Kalamazoo, April 15th, 1878. B. J. Kendall, Enosburg Falls, Vt.— Dear Sir:— I received the two bottles of your Spavin Cure forwarded by express in January last. I am happy to state that it per- formed all your advertisement called for. In three weeks after I commenced using it, the Spavin was entirely removed and a valuable horse restored to usefulness. Very truly yours, JOHN PARKER. Alexander, N. Y., Jan. 23d, 1878. J. S. Lttle & Son, Buffalo, N. Y.— Gents :— Have you a stock of " Kendall's Spavin Cure" on hand ? I shall be in Buffalo the first of next week, and shall want half a dozen bottles. I have used it for one year with the best of luck. It is a sure cure for Spavins and Ring-bones if used according to directions. I have got it for several of my neigh- bors and they think there is nothing like it. I have several orders for it now, and thought I would write you so you would be sure and have it on hand when I go to Buf- falo. I am Yours &c, C. W. VANDE BOGART, Breeder of Blooded Horses and dealer in Horses and Trotters, Alexander, Genesee County N. Y. Maple Grove Farm, Eddyyille, N. Y., Aug. 23d, 1877. B. J. Kendall, M. D.— Dear Sir :— I have been using Kendall's Spavin Cure" on a val- uable stallion that I own. He kicked through a door and got his foot hung, taking out a piece of skin 1 1-2 by 3 inches, which left a fearful wound and I thought he was ruined for life. After a long time I got it healed, leaving a bunch or callous as large as a large ring-bone. I have used one and one half bottles of Kendall's Spavin Cure and the bunch is nearly all gone. I can not say too much for the Spavin Cure, for it has done for me what I supposed was out of the power of man to do in removing the bunch. I am a breeder of Ayrshire cattle, Leicester sheep, Berkshire hogs, and Pereheron horses, and unless I am extraordinarily lucky will want to use more or less of the Spav- in Cure every week. Send me one half doz. bottles by express. Yours Truly, S. N. DELAP. 66 TESTIMONIALS. Stock Farm, Waddington, N. T., Feb. 7th, 1878. B. J. Kendall— Sir :— I would say that I consider your Spavin Cure a truly beneficial article for the removal of spavin and any other enlargement on all animals as well aa horses. Yours &c, WALTER RUTHERFORD. The following letter was written to our agent in Louisville, Ky., by the owner of the stage route from Lebanon, Ky., to Campbellsville, who is well known throughout the state. Campbellsville, Ky., Jan. 30th, 1878. J. W. Morrill & Co., Louisville, Ky.— Gents :— The Kendall's Spavin Cure" sent me some time ago has proved invaluable in all cases for which I used it; sprains, sore back galled shoulders, windgails and scratches. Fortunately I did not have any stock at the time with spavin. You can use my name if you wish. Yours Respectfully, GEORGE BORDERS. Buffalo, N. Y., Feb. 9th, 1878. This is to certify that I have used Kendall's Spavin Cure for a splint, and am happy to testify that it has fully cured it. Yours Respectfully, WILLIAM SHARP, Supt. of Thornton and Chester's Stable. Buffalo, N. Y., Feb. 13th, 1878. I can fully testify that •• Kendall's Spavin Cure" will take the soreness from any spav- in, and will guarantee it will cure a curb to my own satisfaction. ARTHUR TUTTLEBEE, Veteran horseman, 71, Edward St. Providence, R. I., Feb. 18th, 1878. Dr. B. J. Kendall— Dear Sir :— I take pleasure in stating to you that I have used your " Spavin Cure" with perfect success on one of my horses, which had contracted a bad spavin. By applying your Spavin Cure faitlifully, I effected a complete cure and I can recommend it to any one wishing a cure for such complaints. Truly Yours, GEO. H. PAGE. Woodstock Valley, Conn., Feb. 16th, 1878. Dr. B. J. Kendall — Dear Sir :— It gives me pleasure to add my testimonial to your very valuable medicine, viz., "Kendall's Spavin Cure" I cured a spavin on my horse by using one half bottle, and, in my sales among my customers, it has invariably proved just what it is recommended to be. I shall want another box of it soon. Very Truly Yours, A. M. BANCROFT, P. M. Fair Haven, Vt., Feb. 18th, 1878. B. J. Kendall— Dear Sir :— Your M Spavin Cure" is all it is represented to be, and so ffcr has given good satisfaction for botli man and beast T. E. WAKEFIELD, M. D. TESTIMONIALS. 67 Meredith Village, N. H. Feb. 17th, 1878. Dr. Kendall— Dear Sir :— The horse tnat I used your Spavin Cure on had a splint as Jarge as a hen's egg and it had been there about a year, and kept growing larger. I used one bottle of your Spavin Cure on it which took it nearly all off. I then used a half bot- tle more and it took it entirely off so that the leg was as smooth as the other. It was worth $ 100 to me and I therefore feel very grateful to you. Please send me one half doz. of your Spavin Cure, " C O. D." Yours with respect, JOHN C. TOWLE. Haverhill, Mass., Feb. 13th, 1878. Mr. Kendall— Dear Sir :— I have for the past twenty years used various kinds of spavin cures and experienced many different results. I was induced to try your " Ken- dall's Spavin Cure" and will say I have never before found a cure operating so mildly and yet so thoroughly. The animal that I used it on had what I considered an incura- ble spavin, but the horse is now entirely cured of his lameness and the bunch is nearly removed, from using only two bottles. Respectfully Yours, FRANK FOOT. Lawrence, Mass., Feb. 27th, 1878. B. J. Kendall — Dear Sir: your "Spavin Cure" has entirely cured my horse of a very bad bone spavin. Yours Truly, G. B. HANCHETT. Dunham, P. Q., March 10th, 1878. Dr. B. J. Kendall— Dear Sir .-—About a year ago I fell in the road on to some ice and was badly hurt in the hip joint which caused me much suffering. I tried various remedies but none gave relief until I tried your Spavin Cure. I applied it full strength twice a day for about two weeks during last October, and it effected a perfect cure. I have since then been well and free from lameness. It is very valuable for man as well »s for beast Yours Truly, CHESTER K. GREEN. Chtlesbtjrgh, Ky., Feb. 20th, 1878. Dr. B. J. Kendall— Dear Sir :— I have tried your Spavin Cure on a chronic case of bone spavin which has been treated by two of the best horse doctors in the land. The case was fired twice and I can safely say that your Spavin Cure did more good than anytliing which I ever tried. I believe it to be a good remedy for a great many difiicul ties, ring-bone and bone spavin. I am sure it will cure if taken in time. It is also good for scratches, grease heel &c. Yours Respectfully, T. B. MUIR. Glover, Vt., Feb. 13th, 1878. Dr. B- J. Kendall— Dear Sir :— I used 1 bottle of your Spavin Cure on a horse of ours and removed a spavin entirely ; and one of my neighbors had a colt with a bad ring- bone, and by his using two bottles of your Spavin Cure, he pored it entirely. It has given good satisfaction here. Yours Truly, A. H. HALL. 68 TESTIMONIALS. Patten's Mill's, Washington Co., N. T., Feb. 21st, 1878. B. J. Kendall, M. D.— Dear Sir :— The particular case on which I used your " Spavin Cure" was a malignant ancle sprain of sixteen months standing. I had tried many things but in vain. Your " Spavin Cure" put the foot to the ground again, and for the first time since hurt, in a natural position. For a family liniment it excels anything we ever used. Yours Truly. M. P. BELL. Pastor M. E. Church, Patten's Mills, N. Y. Hyde Park, Vt., Nov. 8th, 1877. B. J. Kendall, M. D.— Dear Sir— I am no great friend to patent medicines but do not hesitate to speak a good word for your spavin cure. Two years ago I bought a valuable three year old colt in Canada, but before reaching home discovered that he was lame from a curb. The curb continued to enlarge and would at times render the colt so lame that he could not be driven, and hobbled very badly. I was induced to try your spavin cure and with one bottle and a half took away the enlargement and from that day to the present time he has not been lame. For curb therefore I do not hesitate to recommend people to try " Kendall's Spavin Cure." Yours Truly, O. S. BASFORD. Editor of The Lamoille News. Lowell, Mass., May 25, 1878. B. J. Rendall :— Dear Sir :— send us as usual three (3) dozen Kendall's Spavin Cure. We received your enquiry for references, and have delayed answering from time to time, in hopes of getting one from a man who used 10 bottles and completely cured a spav- in of six years growth on a horse that after the cure trotted better than 40 and sold for $ 450.00. When he commenced to use the Cure the horse was dead lame and would not sell for $ 10.00. We did not know the man's name and have not been able to find him since your letter. Yours Respectfully, CROWELL & HARRISON, Apothecaries, Lowell, Mass. WHAT IS GOOD FOR MAN IS GOOD FOR BEAST. 69 What is good for man is good for beast, and yice versa. It has -ong been our opinion that what was good for man was also good for beast, but for all this it was a long time before we even thought of using "Kendall's Spavin Cure" for man, yet we knew that it contained nothing which would contra-indicate its use. The first we knew of its being used on man was when we were informed by a man that a short time before, his son cut his knee badly and as he had nothing else in the house which he could use, and had used the Spavin Cure for various purposes with excellent success, he con- cluded to pour a little directly into the wound and did so, and he in- formed me that he never saw anything work so nicely; this gave him so much confidence in it, that he used it for headache by bathing the forehead and temples with it, which he said worked " like a charm." Since hearing the above report we have used it and known of its being used with most gratifying results, until now we feel confident that no medicine is used with better results on human flesh for any bruise, lame- ness, sprain, rheumatism or for any purpose for which an external rem- edy is used. In using it for any difficulty of long standing, it should be applied for a long time, as long standing difficulties cannot be re- moved in a short time. It can be applied with a feather, small swab or with the hand, and by applying two or three times a day for several days, it will usually cause the skin to be some sore on man, and we recommend that for all long standing difficulties it be applied after it becomes some sore just the same as before, until the disease is re- moved. Only a little is necessary at each application. 70 AGENTS. Agents for Kendall's Spavin Cure, We give below a few of the agents, most of whom sell at wholesale and retail. It is also sold by nearly all of the wholesale druggists, and by a large share of the retail dealers in medicine; but if your dealer has it not in his stock and will not get it for you send direct to B. J. Kendall, Enosburgh Falls, Vt., and we will send, on receipt of price ($1. per bottle or six for $5.) to any address and we usually put in with every sample order of this kind a present worth about what the express will be, as near as we can calculate. SOME OF OUR AGENTS. Smith, Bourn & Co., Hartford, Conn. O. G. Beckwith, New London, Conn. P. Hayden & Co., 45 Lake St., Chicago, 111. Van Schaack, Stevenson & Co., 92 Lake St., Chicago, 111. Wm. W. Marnion, Bloomington, 111. Geo. K. Share & Co., 40 South Meridian St., Indianapolis, Ind. Browning & Sloan, 9 East Washington St., Indianapolis, Ind. Haight, Sears & Co., Davenport, Iowa. J. W. Morrill & Co., 315 Main St., Louisville, Ky. John W, Perkins & Co., Portland, Maine. W. F. Phillips & Co., Portland, Maine. Charles Sager, Portland, Maine. French & Coffin, 100 Federal St., Boston, Mass. Geo. C. Goodwin & Co., 38 Hanover St., Boston, Mass. Geo. N. Newhall, 30 Exchange St., Worcester, Mass. Crowell & Harrison, 139 Central St., Lowell, Mass. J. T. Webber & Co., Springfield, Mass. Charles Clarke, 179 Essex St., Lawrence, Mass. Robt. Lawson & Co., 277 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore, Md. P. Hayden, 104 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Mich. Farrand, Williams & Co., 15 Earned St., Detroit, Mich. Noyes Bros. & Cutler, 32 Robert St., Saint Paul, Minn. Schmidt & Miller, 31 Robert St., Saint Paul, Minn. Hayden s & Allen, 512 North Main St., St. Louis, Mo. Meyer Bros. & Co., 10 N. Second St., St. Louis, Mo. C. F. Goodman, Omaha, Nebraska. Edwin Branch, Manchester, N. EL Underbill & Kittredge, Concord, N. H. C. B. Smith & Co., 40 Warren St., New York City. AGENTS. 71 W. H. Schieffelin & Co., 170 William St., New York City. C. M. Moseman & Bro., 128 Chambers St., New York City. Woodward & Hill, 324 Broadway, Albany, N. Y. C. W. Snow & Co., Syracuse, N. Y. J. S. Lytle & Son, 20 Exchange St., Buffalo, N. Y. Gerity & Morrill, 126 Lake Street, Elmira, N. Y.' George Windherm, 9 Broad St., Utica, N. Y. Strong, Cobb & Co., Ill Superior St., Cleveland, O. James W. Meek, 43 East Spring St., Columbus, O. Braun & Bruck, Columbus, O. J. J. Bantlin, 146 Main St., Cincinnati, O. C. B. Day & Co., 38 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. Geo. W. Fritz, 410 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton, Pa. Harris & Ewing, Pittsburg, Pa. Wm. B. Blanding, Nos. 54 to 58 Weybosset St., Providence, R. I. E. Allen & Co., 3 & 5 Pulton St., Providence, R. I. Wm. Blanchard, Woonsocket, R. I. Wells, Richardson & Co., Burlington, Vt. (J.corge Dyer, 375 East Water St., Milwaukee, Wis. Davis & Dibblee, Fredericton, New Brunswick. S. Crawford & Co., 131 Main St., Galena, 111. Berry, Demoville & Co., No. 1 Public SquarcvNaskville, Tenu. I. L. Lyons, 42 Camp St., New Orleans, La. R. Macready & Co., 60 Walnut St., Cincinnati.. O. H. G. Wagner, Fort Wayne, Ind. Meyer Bros. & Co., Fort Wayne, Ind. R. A. Robinson & Co., 196 Main St., Louisville, Ky. W. H. Torbert, Dubuque, Iowa. Johnston, Holloway & Co., 602 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa. French, Richards & Co., N. W. Cor. 10th and Market Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Cushing & Co., South Bend, Ind. Hunt, Rankin & Lamar, Atlanta, Ga. West & Truax, Toledo, Ohio. McCulloch, McCord & Co., La Cross, Wis. Thomsen & Muth, 16 German St., Baltimore, MfM Mo Kesson & Robbins, New York City. Dohmen, Schmitt & Co., Milwaukee, Wis. Campbell & McKelvy, 292 Liberty St., Pittsburgh, Pa. Dr. F. S. Slosson, 223 Superior St., Cleveland, O. Jacob K. Post & Co., Rochester, N. Y. IMPORTANT TO MERCHANTS AND HORSEMEN. We would like a good agent to sell " Kendall's Spavin Cure," and this book, in every town in the United States. Apply to B. J. Kendall, M. D., Enosburgh Falls, Vt., for We hope that none but reliable and responsible persons will make applications for the a^encv, and to all such we would say that we will print circulars far our agents with their card printed on them and send free by mail to any person who buys the Spavin Cure either of us or of any of our wholesale agents to sell again, if they will only write to us giving name and place written plain that we may know number wanted &c. We recommend all to send their orders to the nearest wholesale agent. In sending orders direct to us it is best usually to send P. O. money order or check for the amouutVanted with full shipping directions, and the order will receive prompt at- tention and by so doing vou will save time and expense. To all who would investigate to know if we are responsible for any money which might be sent as we would refer to the following well known firms. Wells, Richardson & Co., Burlington, Vt. Geo. C. Goodwin & Co., Boston, Mass., and Charles Pfizer & Co., New York City, or to any of the clergymen or officers in this town. 72 REFERENCES. REFERENCES. Rev. O. S. Basford, Pastor M. E. Church, Hydepark, Vt. [N. Y. Rev. M. P. Bell, Pastor M. E. Church, Patten's Mills, Washington Co Cilley, Stimpson & Woodbury, Livery, Boston, Mass. Charles A. Currier, Special Agent for the Massachusetts Society for the prevention of cruelty to Animals, Boston, Mass. Joseph Baker, Agent for the same Society, East Boston, Mass. H. W. Petus, Foreman Metropolitan Horse Car Stable, Boston Neck, Mass. French & Coffin, 100 Federal St., Boston, Mass, Thomas Langlan, Boston, Mass. A. M. Sawyer, Agent for the Portland Society for the prevention of cruelty to animals, Portland, Maine. Charles Sager, Livery, Portland, Me. N. E. Wight, George Borders, Campbell sville, Ky., proprietor of stage route from Lebanon to Campbellsville, Ky. C. W. Vande Bogart, Breeder of Blooded Horses and dealer in horses and trotters, Alexander, Genesee Co., N. Y. Sumner Howard, (Late Attorney General for the U. S. at Salt Lake City,) Flint, Mich. John Parker, (U. S. Marshall, Western Dist. of Mich.) Kalamazoo, Mich. H. H. Littell, (Supt. Louisville City Railway Co.) Louisville, Ky. C. M. Moseman & Brother, 128 Chambers St., N. Y. City. P. Hayden & Co., 45 Lake St., Chicago 111. Thomas O'Connor, Chief Engineer Fire Department New Orleans La C. E. Mosher, Driver and trainer, Lawrence, Mass. John W. Porter & Co., Livery & Sale Stable, Lawrence, Mass. C. A. Chandler, freight agent at Eastern R. R., Lawrence, Mass. Hanehett & Carter, (Livery) Chicago, 111. Wisconsin Leather Co., Milwaukee, Wis. B. J. Demarest, Trainer for O. J. Schoolcraft, Richmond, Va. J. C. Talcott, New York City. F. Harry Hamilton, No. 132 West 31st Street, New York City. E. Allen & Co., No. 5 Fulton St., Providence R. I. Geo. H. Page, Livery, Providence, R. I. J. S. Lytle & Son, 20 Exchange St., Buffalo, N. Y. William Sharp, Supt. of Thornton & Chester's Stable, Buffalo, N. Y REFERENCES. 73 Arthur Tutt'iebee, 71 Edward St., Buffalo, N. Y. C. B. Day & Co., 38 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. Woodward & Hill, 324 Broadway, Albany, N. Y. George Dyer, 375 East Water St., Milwaukee, Wis. J. T. Webber, Springfield, Mass. R. W. Nichols, Plattsburg, N. Y. W. H. Smith, & Bro., Hillsdale, Mich. E. R. Towle, Agricultural Editor St. Albans Messenger, West Berkshire, Vt. Frank Foote, Haverhill, Mass. A. M. Bancroft, Woodstock Valley, Conn. John C. Towle, Meredith Village, N. H. Dr. Thos. E. Wakefield, Fair Haven, Vt. A. H. Hall, Glover, Vt. Walter Rutherford, Stock Farm, Waddington, N. Y. Robt: Wood, Charlestown, Ind. E. A. Laduke, Burlington, Vt. Fred J. Graves, East Barnard, Vt. A. Stevens, Bridport, Vt. C. P. Blake, Epping, N. H. Edwin Branch, Manchester, N. H. H. N. White, Pan ton, Vt. D. W. Nash, New Haven, Vt. Albert C. Clark, Henniker, N. H. P. M. Good, Amwell, Wayne Co., Ohio. W. A. Craig, Westfield, Mass. C. Bailey, Fort Covington, N. Y. Francis M. Smith, Harwich Center, Mass. Edwin Richardson, Dixon, Iowa. Underbill & Kittredge, Concord, N. II. R. Mc Kay, Livery Keeper, Dunkirk, N. Y. Joseph Tyler, Dunkirk, N. Y. Charles A. Rolfe, Princeton, Washington Co., Maine. James W. Meek, No. 43 East Spring St., Columbus, Ohio. B. D. Bramer, Syracuse, N. Y. J. II. Childs, II. R. Reese, Onondaga Valley, N. Y. O. G. Beckwith, New London, Conn. R. L. Lovell, (Livery), Springfield, Vt. J. W. Morrill & Co., 315 Main St., Louisville, Ky. A FEW OF THE MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. We once heard it remarked by an eminent professor of Materia Medica that if he was compelled to combat with disease with either Opium alone, or all of the re- maining drugs in use without the opium, he would choose the opium alone. Another professor has said "Give me mercury, iodine, quinine and the lancet, and I will combat with disease." While I do not altogether endorse the views of either of these distinguished pro- fessors, either in the number or selection of medicines they would choose first in preference to all others, I would sa} r , give me as my first choice, aconite and iron in connection with the opium and a few others and I should feel that I was fitted out with the most im- portant drugs, for the successful treatment of the diseases of the horse. We will give something of a history of the more important drugs used for the treatment of the diseases of the horse, with their effects and uses. Acids. These nearly all have a sour taste, and are derived from the vegetable, mineral and animal kingdoms. The number of ac- ids used in medicines is small ; among the most important of these are acetic acid, muriatic acid, nitric acid, sulphuric acid, tannic acid, gallic acid, carbolic acid, arsenious acid, phosphoric acid, tar- taric acid. Acetic Acid. When diluted with seven parts of water it is about the strength of ordinary vinegar. It is produced from the purification of pyroligneous acid. MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. 75 Use. It is used by some with good results for sprains, and bruises, and for the destruction of the poison of insects, by adding to six ounces of the acid J ounce tincture of opium and two ounces of camphor. Muriatic Acid. This acid is obtained by the action of sulphur- ic acid on common salt. When pure it is a transparent colorless liquid ; but the commercial acid has a yellowish color. Muriatic acid is a good tonic in debilitating diseases of the horse and is refrigerant and antiseptic. Dose. Half to one fluid drachm may be given largely diluted with cold water and repeated two to four times a clay. Externally, it may be used for sores in the feet, by pouring a few drops in the sores or nail holes. Eight or ten drops may be advan- tageously used for poll-evil or quittor by being poured directly into the fistulous opening. It may be used for various affections of the skin by diluting with glycerine, and washing off in a short time if used strong. Carbolic Acid. This important medicine is obtained from coal tar oil. Its smell resembles that of creosote. Uses. It is used for various purposes such as a disinfectant in stables, where animals have distempers, fevers, &c, by washing the stalls, floors and ceilings, with water which contains a small quantity of the acid : also used with gratifying results for unhealthy wounds and sores, by applying a solution of the following strength ; Carbolic acid, 1 oz., fresh, soft water 6 pints ; this prevents putre- faction and will cause the wound to be more healthy and heal sooner. Carbolic acid is also used for destroying wood ticks, lice and all kinds of parasites, and is quite effective in preventing the bot fly from depositing her eggs when those parts which are com- monly chosen by the bot fly, are washed with a solution double the strength given above. Nitric Acid, (called also Aqua Fortis.) This is also a valuable tonic when properly given. It is extremely sour and corrosive, and should be guarded by the same caution as in giving the sul- phuric acid. Dose. It may be given in doses of 5 to 25 drops largely diluted with water. 76 MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. Sulphuric Acid, (called also oil of Vitriol). This acid is ob- tained by burning sulphur, mixed with one eighth of its weight of nitre over a stratum of water contained in a chamber lined with sheet-lead. Uses. Many consider this acid to be preferable to any other of the acids for internal use, in debility of digestive organs, general weakness and as a refrigerant. Externally, it is used similarly to muriatic acid. When it is de- sired to use it as a caustic it should be mixed with dry powdered white vitriol sufficient to make it of a pasty consistence so it can be confined to the location which it is desired to cauterize. This acid as well as nitric or muriatic acid is a powerful irritating poison when given into the stomach undiluted ; and persons should bear in "mind that when these acids are given that they should be largely diluted with water and thoroughly mixed before admin- istering. Dose, of Sulphuric acid is about 10 to 40 drops largely diluted with water. Tannic Acid. (Called, also, Tannin.) — This is produced from Nutgalls, Oak bark, &c. It is uncrystallizable, white, or slightly 3 T ellowish, with a strong astringent taste, inodorous, soluble in water, but not very soluble in alcohol or ether, and insoluble in most oils. Tannic acid precipitates solutions of starch, albumen, and gluten, and forms with gelatine an insoluble compound which is the basis of leather. Uses. It is valuable mixed with water as a wash for running sores and ulcers, and is also excellent for diarrhoea, and may be given for any disease where this class of medicines is indicated. It will, in many cases of bleeding sores, stop the bleeding if ap- plied locally. It is sometimes used as an eye-wash with excellent success, by applying a solution of the following strength : tannic ac- id, -J ounce, cold water, one quart ; as it is harmless and safe to use, we would recommend it as an eye-wash. Dose. For diarrhoea the dose should be from J to 1 drachm. Aconite. (Wolfsbane — Monkshood.) An active poison which grows abundantly in the forests of Germany, France and Switzer MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. 77 .land. It is also cultivated in the gardens of Europe, and has been introduced into this country as an ornamental flower. All parts liare poison. The weaves and roots are used. A tincture made from I: the root is much more active than from the leaves. Tincture of Aconite Root. — This is one of the most powerful, and successful sedatives which is in use. It is one of the best medicines we have for the successful treatment of several of the diseases of 'the horse, when properly used ; and has to a certain extent done away with bleeding and physicking ; the former of which has been in the past so indiscriminately and dangerously used. It is not only sedative, but it is an anodyne, diaphoretic and antiphlogistic. It [controls fever, reduces inflammation, and allaj^s pain. In fact, we have no drug, which will so well control the circulation and action bf the heart as aconite. Medical Uses — The effects of remedial doses are felt, in 20 or 30 minutes, and are at their highth in an hour or two, and continue with little abatement from 3 to 5 hours. We have no single drug which is used with such gratifying results in many cases, such as lung fever, or in fact, inflammation of any part of the body, colic from eating green food, and founder. Caution. In over doses this valuable drug is an active poison, therefore, we would caution all who use it about giving too large quantities, as prostration and perhaps death would be the result. Never give more than 5 or 6 doses, if 25 drops are given at each dose, nor more than 7 or 8, if 20 drops are given at each dose. The flose may vary from 10 to 45 drops, but for most purposes should be about 25 drops. Aloes. Are of several varieties : Cape, Barbadoes and Soco- trine, and is the condensed juice of the leaves of a plant. Given by some" as a purgative or cathartic for horses ; others consider it bad practice to use it much. .Dose, should, for ordinary purposes, be from £ to 1 ounce. It is generally best to combine with it fenu- greek, ginger or canella. Antimony, exists in its natural state in France and Germany. The preparations of antimony which are used for the horse most, are 1st, sulphuret of antimony, also commonly called black antimony. This is by many considered a remarkable remedy for the horse, for 78 MEDICINES USED FOR TUB HORSE. many purposes, but especially to make the horse shine-, and to have the appearance of being quite fat. 2d. Tartrate of antimony and Potassa commonly called tartar emetic, has been in great repute in the treatment of diseases of the chest ; but is now considered of but little value in these diseases. Anise Seed. Are obtained from the anise plant which is a na- tive of Egypt, but has been introduced into the south of Europe and is cultivated in various parts of that countiy, and is cultivated oc- casionally in the gardens of this country. Uses. It is a grateful aromatic carminative ; and is supposed to have the property of increasing the secretion of milk. It is used for flatulent colic, indigestion, loss of appetite, etc. It is an excel- lent remedy when combined with other medicines for various kinds of Condition powders. Dose. From J to two ounces and may be repeated three times a day. Aqua Ammonia, (called also Hartshorn.) This medicine is very valuable both for internal and external use. It is a diffusible stim- ulant, antispasmodic and antacid. It is used externally with olive oil, and in various mixtures as a counter irritant. Used as an an- tidote for bites of poisononous serpents. Given with good results for flatulent colic in doses of two to three drachms given with milk as directed below for carbonate of ammonia. Carbonate of Ammonia. This is a very valuable medicine for debility and prostration from lung fever, bronchitis, influenza or any disease causing great weakness. Its effects are similar to those of aqua ammonia given above. Dose. One to three drachms which may be repeated three times a day, and should be given in milk or cold gruel, so as to -protect the mucus membranes of the throat and stomach. Arsenic. This is an active poison in large doses, but when giv- en in proper doses is an excellent tonic, improving the general con- dition of the horse. It should be given in a large bulk of cut feed, bo as to protect the stomach. From 2 to 5 grains may be given in the 24 hours, and should be continued for about two weeks, when the medicine should be stopped for one or two weeks, and then it MEDICINES USED TOR THE HORSE. 79 may be given again as before. Some consider it a sure cure foi heaves. Assafcetida. A gum-resin obtained from a plant of Persia by making incisions into the living root, and the juice which exudes is collected and dried in the sun. It has a peculiar odor similar to that of onions. Uses. It is antispasmodic, expectorant and a moderate stimu- lant and laxative. It is given as a vermifuge and for loss of appe- tite, also used for heaves in connection with camphor. (See treat- ment of heaves.) Dose. One to three dra.chms, and if the stimulant effect is wanted give from one to two ounces of the tincture. Blue Vitriol. This is an excellent medicine when given inter- nally, as a tonic to build up the system. Given for glanders, far- cy and various other diseases requiring tonic and alterative medi- cine, and should be combined with ginger, fenugreek or gentian. Externally blue vitriol is used with good results as a caustic for proud flesh, by touching the parts with a piece of the costal. It is also excellent for many wounds, which have no proud flesh by ap- plying it in solution, 6 to 12 grains to each ounce of soft water. Dose. It may be given in doses from J to 2 drachms, and given twice a day. Camphor. A peculiar concrete substance derived from a plant in China and Japan. It is recommended for nervous excitement, heaves, and is used in many cough mixtures. It is a favorite house- hold remedy, and used external!} 7 to a large extent. Dose. Camphor may be given in doses varying from J to 2 drs. Camphor gum, 1 oz., and sweet oil 8 ozs., mixed, makes a very good external remedy for various purposes. Cantharides. (Spanish Flies.) This remedy is produced by collecting the beetle commonly called Spanish Flies. These insects are of a beautiful, shining, golden green color, and us- ually make their appearance upon the trees of Spain, Italy, and the south of France in the months of May and June, when they are col- lected by placing linen cloths under the trees on which they have lodged through the night and by shaking the tree early in the morn- 80 MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. ing while they are torpid from the cold of the night, and consequent- ly let go their hold easily. They are then deprived of life by the vapor from boiling vinegar, and then dried in the sun or in rooms heated by stoves. Uses. Internally, cantharides are a powerful stimulant with a peculiar direction to the urinary organs, and in moderate doses it sometimes acts as a diuretic. Used with good results for glanders, and farcy. The principle use of the cantharides is as a blister by mixing it * with lard. Dose. Spanish Flies may be given in doses varying from 3 to 7 grains given only once a day. Castor Oil. This is the expressed oil of the, seeds of the castor oil plant, which is now cultivated largely in this country throughout man} T of the Southern and Western States. Use. This oil is very useful and safe for common use in the hu- man family ; but is considered unfit for the horse as it sometimes causes inflammation of the coats of the bowels without relief from the purging. (Linseed Oil is considered as safe and efficient for the horse as castor oil is for man. See Linseed oil.) Dose. When it is thought best to give castor oil or in the ab- sence of the linseed oil it may be given in doses varying from f to 1J pints. Catechu. An extract prepared from the wood of Acacia Cate- chu and found most abundant in the East Indies. It is a small tree seldom growing more than twelve feet in hight with the trunk about one foot in diameter. Use. An astringent which will bind the bowels in diarrhoea and is combined with good results with opium and prepared chalk for diarrhoea. Dose. One to three drachms. Prepared Chalk. (Creta Praeparata.) This is the only form in which chalk is used in medicine and is an excellent antacid ; is one of the best antidotes for oxalic acid. It is used with good re- sults for acidity of the stomach and for diarrhoea &c. Dose. One to two ounces. MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. 81 Chamomile Flowers. This is a native of Europe and grows wild in all the temperate parts of that continent and is also largely cultivated. Use. A very mild tonic and quite useful when combined with other medicines of this class. Dose. It may be given in doses vaiying from J to two ounces. Charcoal. This ma}' be given with good results powdered for chronic diarrhoea, dysentery and debilitated stomach. Dose. Half an ounce to one ounce and it may be given sus- pended in gruel. It ma}' be used with good results externally when applied to badly smelling wounds. Chloride of Lime. This compound was originally prepared for a bleaching agent nearly a century ago, and has since been found to have valuable properties as a disinfectant. It is a dry, or but slightly moist, grayish- white, pulverulent substance, with an odor similar to that of chlorine. Uses. Chloride of lime is a disinfectant, and from its deodoriz- ing and antiseptic properties makes an excellent stimulant to un- healthy ulcers, applied in solution, also for cutaneous eruptions, &c. Its principal use is as a disinfectant in stables occupied by glan- dered and other sickly horses, and may be sprinkled on the floor every morning, or may be suspended in the stable in a box which has several holes cut into it. Dose. When it is thought best to give it internally 1 to 5 drachms ma}- be given at a dose, in water. Chloroform. Is a colorless, volatile, liquid, having a bland ethereal odor and sweetish taste. Uses. It is an excellent stimulant for horses when having a chill, from cold or in congestion and is sometimes given to quiet pain in colic and other painful diseases. It is used mostly in liniments and sometimes for inhalation. One ounce of chloroform and three ounces of olive oil well mixed makes an excellent liniment for ex- ternal use. When chloroform is given to the horse by inhalation, he should be well secured so as to prevent his doing any damage, as it sometimes makes the horse perfectly wild and uncontrollable. When any operation of any considerable extent is to be performed 82 MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. it is best to tie the horse down, and then administer the chloroform by pouring about an ounce of chloroform on a sponge, and holding the sponge to one nostril and covering the nose loosely with a large towel ; but care should be taken to allow the horse pure air, also to breathe with the fumes of the chloroform. Usually two to four ounces is sufficient to produce its effects when inhaled. Dose. One to two drachms well diluted with weak spirits. Croton Oil. This is a very powerful cathartic and dangerous if improperly used. But asa" last resort" many times works very well. Dose is usually from 10 to 15 drops. Elecampane. This is one of the best medicines in use for lung affections, and should enter largely into all mixtures for this class of diseases. It is also an agreeable aromatic, and should form a part of all Condition Powders. Epsom Salts. (Sulphate of Magnesia.) This medicine so well known in every household, is used with good results as a febrifuge, and is often given as a purgative. It is not only cheap, but it is very good for several diseases and forms a part of various condi- tion powders. Dose. £ to 1 pound with one ounce of ginger dissolved in as large quantity of cold water as can be given the horse conveniently and also allowing the horse to drink if he will after the salts have been given, for the reason that they will be much more efficient if largely diluted. Ergot. This is produced from diseased rye and is of great value in the foaling season, as it is the most effectual remedy known fo increasing the action of the uterus, when there is not sufficient con- traction. Great care should be taken when it is given that nothing prevents delivery, only deficient action of the uterus. It should not be used by the non-professional as they would be more likely to do harm with it than good ; in fact the cases demanding its use are very rare, but as we said before where its use is really called for nothing will act as well. Dose. Of the powder, ^ to f ounce. Of the tincture, one to two fluid ounces may be given. MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. 83 Ether. (Sulphuric Ether.) This is a very valuable remedy and is used with excellent results for colic, and for various pur- poses is a good antispasmodic. Given with tincture of opium it works admirably for colic. Dose. One to two fluid ounces. Euphorbium. This is the concrete resinous juice of a plant grow- ing in Africa and in other parts of the world. Use. Owing to the severity of its action, its internal use has been entirely abandoned and it is now only used externally, and it is so severe that it is but very little used now externally. Male Fern. The root of a plant growing in South Africa. Is said to be very valuable for ridding animals of worms. Dose. It may be given to the horse in doses of J to one pound of the powdered root, and followed with a purgative the next day. Fenugreek. An annual plant growing spontaneously in South- ern Europe. It has a peculiar odor which is quite agreeable. The seeds ground, is the portion used, and they enter largely into nearly all the condition powders which are put up and sold through the country. Dose, J to 1 ounce. Nut Galls. A morbid excresence upon the oak tree resulting from holes being made b}^ an insect in the bark. Uses. It is a powerful astringent, and is used to bind the bowels when affected with diarrhoea or dysentery, and used for applying to the greasy heels of horses. Dose. One to three drachms. Gentian. A valuable tonic. It excites the appetite, invigorates digestion, moderately increases the temperature of the body, and the force of the circulation, and may be combined with iron for de- bility, and is used in connection with other drugs for various pur- poses and forms an important part of various condition powders. Dose, £ to 2 drachms repeated 2 or 3 times a day. Ginger. Several varieties, of which the Jamaica or white ginger is the best, but all are used with good results for colic, loss of ap- petite, &c, and should enter into every dose of purgative medicine. Dose, froin 1 to 4 drachms. 84 MEDICINES USED FOB THE HORSE. Glycerine. This is the sweet principle of fats or oils, and was discovered nearly a century ago when it was called the sweet prin- ciple of oils. It is a fluid which scarcely ever dries up, and is a thick syrupy substance resembling castor oil in its looks, but with- out smell and very sweet to the taste. Uses. It is an excellent application to many sores and is used with very gratifying results for scratches or sore heels ; also skin diseases where a softening and soothing application is required. When a little is added to poultices, it has the effect to keep them soft and moist for a long time. It is soluble in water. Iron. This is one of the most valuable medicines in use for many cases of debility, as it supplies the red corpuscles of the blooa which are generally deficient in a debilitated animal. Various preparations of iron are in use, of which the following are most commonly used. Copperas, — (Sulphate of Iron.) This is one of the cheapest and for many purposes the best. It is tonic and astringent, and used with good results for weakness, bad condition, swelling of the legs, body, sheath, &c. Dose, J to 2 drachms and should be combined with the same quantity of gentian or ginger, and given in the feed, or as a drench with cold water. Muriated tincture of iron. This is an excellent preparation of iron, and may be given in doses varying from J to 1 ounce. Al- though several other preparations of iron are in use, the two given above are all that are ordinarily required. Juniper Berries. The best Juniper berries come from the South of Europe and are about the size of a pea and more or less shrivelled. They are produced from a small evergreen shrub which sometimes grows twelve or fifteen feet high. It is used for loss of appetite, to stimulate the stomach to action, and in convales- cence from disease. Dose. . One to two ounces. Kino. This is inspissated juice of several plants winch grow in Africa, East and West Indies, South America, etc. It is a powerful astringent and is used in diarrhoea as a substitute for catechu which is not quite as powerful. MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. 85 Dose. One to five drachms. Linseed Oil. This is perhaps the safest and best purgative in common use, and should be given by non-professional persons in preference to any other medicine. Dose, 1 to 2 pints as a purgative. Liquorice Root. This is the root of a small plant growing four or five feet in height and which is cultivated in England, the north of France, and German}'. It has an agreeable sweetish taste. Uses. It is an excellent demulcent and well adapted to cases of irritation of the mucous membranes of the lungs, bowels, or urinary organs. It forms an important part of condition pow- ders, and especially when given for coughs. Dose. From J to 1 ounce. Mercurial Ointment. This is used mostly for skin diseases, as mange. But we prefer for this disease the treatment which we have already given in another place. Mercurial ointment is some- times used with good results to rid animals of lice by boring a small hole where the animal is liable to rub its neck and fill it with mercurial ointment. Nitre. — Saltpetre. This medicine has long been used as a feb- rifuge and as a diuretic, and is still held in high esteem b} T many, but there are other drugs which are better adapted to the treat- ment of the various diseases for which it has long been used. Use. As a febrifuge in fevers and inflammations and for kidney complaints ; also is used by mairy in condition powders for scratches and various disorders of the blood. Dose. 1J to 3 drachms. Nux Vomica. This is an active poison in large doses but when given in proper quantities is an excellent tonic and nervine for the horse when suffering from depression, dyspepsia, etc. Use. In paralysis and also in " glass eye" in the horse, depend- ing upon a want of nervous energy in the optic nerve. Dose. The tincture is generally used of which 1 to 3 drachms may be given two or three times a day. Oil of Tar. This is procured by the distillation of tar, and is an excellent remedy for .any cough, heaves, &c. (See treatment 86 MEDICINES USED FOR THE IIORSE. of heaves.) It is also an excellent application externally when mixed with equal parts of castor oil or sweet oil, to promote the growth of the hoof of* the horse. This mixture makes an excellent hoof ointment. To darken the color, lamp black may be mixed in sufficient quantity to suit the color of the foot. Dose. Oil of tar may be given internally in doses of from one half to two drachms. Oil of Turpentine. (Commonly called spirits or spirit of tur- pentine.) This is so common and well known that it will not need an}^ description here. Uses. It is stimulant, diuretic, anthelmintic, diaphoretic, and externally rubefacient. It is given largely in several diseases of the horse, such as colic, for various lung difficulties and for the ex- pulsion of worms. As an external remedy combined with an equal quantity of sweet oil, or in various mixtures, it is used with good results, but should not be applied to the horse while in full strength. Dose. The dose of spirits of turpentine is from one to two ounces and should always be mixed with twice its bulk of sweet oil. Opium. This is the dried juice of the poppy, and is brought to this country from Turkey, (which is probably the best) , and also from several other countries. It is certainly one of the most valu- able drugs in use, but should not be used indiscriminately. It re- He ves pain, and is used with great success for colic and various other diseases. ; Dose, is i to 1J drachms. Oxide of Zinc. This is as an inodorous, tasteless, yellowish* white powder, and insoluble in water and alcohol. Uses* Given, internally, it is tonic and antispasmodic. Its principal use is external, applied to excoriated surfaces by sprink- ling the powder on the affected part, or by applying it in the form of an ointment, by mixing one drachm oxide of zinc and one ounce of lard. It is used with good results for scratches, grease heels, and other sores which have a discharge of a thin fluid. Another good ointment may be made by mixing oxide of zinc to a mixture of shaved castile soap, moistened with a little water, and all thor- oughly mixed together. The last mixture is an excellent prepara- tion for scratches and grease heels on horses which are kept at work. MEDICINES USED FOR THE HORSE. 87 as it can be easily cleaned off at night, so that the surface may be cleansed before another application is made for the night. It allays irritation and is quite soothing to the parts. Dose. Internally it is given in doses of from J to 1 drachm. Red Iodide op. Mercury. (Called also Biniodide of Mercury.) This is a powerful irritant poison when taken internally and is used now only as an external remedy. It is a scarlet-red pow- der, T\hich like othei creparations of Mercury is very heavy for its bulk ; not soluble in water and only slightly so in alcohol. It is held in great repute by veterinary surgeons for swellings of the glands of tnt neck ; tumors and unnatural growths of all kinds. It is used principally with Cantharides mixed with lard, which forms an excellent blister for various purposes. It is not generally used where it is desired to blister a large surface as. it produces considerable pain. Rosin, or Resin. This is the residue left from the distillation of turpentine, and is used hy horsemen quite freely, and many times is the cause of much mischief ; as it is used to a considerable ex- tent, to cause the horse to urinate more freely, and the overdoses, so frequently given, are often the cause of various diseases of the kidneys and loins. The oftener rosin is given the horse, the more he stands in need of it in the eyes of the driver. The kidneys be- come over-worked he desires to urinate more frequentty, less urine is voided at each time. The mischief is not seen, and the owner hastens to give more rosin, thinking to remedy the defect that he has been instrumental in producing. It should be remembered that powerful diuretics, like powerful purgatives, tend only to weaken and to debilitate. If there be a urinary defect find out the cause, and, if possible have it removed, and the effect will cease ; but do not attempt to do so by force, against all science and common sense. Sweet Spirits op Nitre. This is generally considered a good household remedy for fevers, &c. It is used for the horse to in- crease the action of the kidneys : but should not be given too free- ly in all cases of supposed inaction of the kidneys. Dose, is from 1 to 2 ounces, given with a little cold water. Sulphur. Is a valuable medieine given internally for rheuma- 88 MEDICINES USED FOR TIIE HORSE. tism, in doses of J to 2 ounoes, and also for various disorders. It is also used with grand success for skin diseases. Tar. The tar used in this country, is prepared mostly from a species of pine growing in the Southern States. Tar consists of resinous matter, united with acetic acid, oil of turpentine and vari- ous volatile empyreumatic products, and colored with charcoal. Uses. The medical properties of tar, are similar to those of the turpentines. It is used occasionally with good results for com- plaints of the urinary passages, and also for coughs. Externally it is used for foul and indolent sores : also an excellent application to the bottom of the foot, to soften the hoof when too hard and the foot sore. Some prefer a mixture of glycerine and tar, mixed as follows ; take of tar and glycerine each, six troy ounces, and of starch, in powder, two drachms ; mix the starch thoroughly with the glycerine, previously warmed, then add the tar, and heat quick- ly to 212.° Strain, if necessary, and stir the mixture while cool- ing. Tar should be k^pt in every horse shoeing shop for putting on the shoe, usually with cotton batting or oakum, and having leath- er nailed on with the shoe. Dose. 1 to 2 ounces repeated two or three times a day. White Vitriol. (Sulphate of Zinc.) This preparation of zinc is a valuable medicine, also, for healing sores and wounds. It is used with good results, for healing fresh cuts and wounds, or ul- cers, whether they be healthy or unhealthy, by applying a solution of the following strength: Take white vitriol, 1 oz., soft water, one quart. It is also used with very good results, in eyewaters, and perhaps is one of the very best of medicines we have for the eye. As we have given two or three receipts for eyewaters, with the miscellaneous receipts, we refer all who are interested to those. Dose. When given as a tonic, 10 to 15 grains may be given dis- solved in water. It is used with good results for irritated stomach, loss of appetite, &c. CONTENTS. 89 CONTENTS . Abdominal Dropsy, 3 Abscess of the Brain, 3 Abscess of the Lungs, 24 Age of the Horse, 40 AtroDhy, 34 Baldness,... 28 Blood Spavin, 32 Bots 3 Bog Spavin, 32 Bone Spavin, 29 Breeding,, 41 Bronchitis, 4 Burns and Scalds, 5 Callous, 5 Capped Elbow, 5 Capped Hock, 6 Capped Knee, 6 Cautery, 6 Chronic Bronchitis, 5 Chronic Founder, 14 Chronic Rheumatism, 25 Col ic, 6 Corns, JB ., 8 Curb, 9 Debility, 10 Deformities in young colts, .... 10 Diarrhoea, 10 Distemper, 11 Doses for the Horse, 38-39 Dysentery, Acute, 10 Epizootic, 11 Experience with bone Spavin, 61 Farcy,, 12 Firing, 6-13 Firing Horses, 13 Flatulent Colic, 8 Foot diseases, 13 Founder, 13 Fracture, 14 Frost Bites, 15 Glanders, 16 Gravel, 21 (Srease Heels, 16 Heaves, 17 Hide-bound, 18 Hints on food, 18 Hip-joint Lameness, 19 Inflammation of Bladder, 21 Inflammation of Bowels, 4 Inflammation of Kidneys, 21 Inflammation of Stomach, 19 Influenza, 20 Interfering, 20 Kendall's Spavin Cure, 59 Kendall's Spavin Cure, Ag'ts for 70 Kendall's Spavin Cure, Refer- ences, 72 Kidneys, disease of 20 Laminitis, 13 Lameness, 22 Lampers, 22 Lumbrici, . 36 Lungs, diseases of 22 Lung Fever, 22 Mange 28 Medicines used for the horse,.. 74 Nasal Gleet,...* 24 Navicular disease, 24 Occult Spavin, 32 Pin-worms, , 36 Pleurisy, 23 Pneumonia., 22 Poll-evil, 24 Proud Flesh, 24 Quittor, 24 Receipts, Miscellaneous 45 Rheumatism, 25 Ring-bone, 25 Saddle Galls, 26 Scratches, 27 Shoe Boil, 5 Shoeing, 43 Shoulder Lameness, 27 Shoulder-joint Lameness, 27 Side Bones, 28 Skin Diseases, 28 Sores, 29 Spavin 29-59-61 Splint, 32 Sprain, 33 Staggers, 33 Stiffle-joint Lameness, 33 Strangles, 1 1 §weeny, 34 Table of doses, 38 Taenia, 36 Tape worm, 36 Testimonials, 64 Thoroughpin, 34 To Horse Owners, 59 Tumors, 34 Water Farcy, 34 Wind Galls, 35 Windy Colic, 8 Worms, 35 Yellow Waters 37 IMPORTANT TO HORSEMEN, A statement made in 1875 and also one below from the same man in 1879. Read them both. Berkshire, Vt., August 30, 1875. B. J. KENDALL, Dear Sir : I have found Kendall's Spavin Cure to be of such incalculable value in curing Spavins on horses that I am free to assist in the spread- ing of its reputation by recommending it in this public manner. I had a valuable horse which in some way had a bone spavin come on him and the bunch grew until it was the size of one-half of a hen's egg. I never had heard of your Spavin Cure at this time, but I procured va- rious other medicines which were said to be sure cures, all of which I gave a thorough trial, but none seemed to reach the case at all. I finally got a bottle of your Spavin Cure and used it as directed (only applying over a space the size of the bunch each time) but as it did not blister the horse I thought it would not cure him although I continued to put it on and after a while turned the horse out to pasture and then only applied it about every other day. In a short time a large crust or scab peeled off which had seemed to work out from the bunch, and then I could see that the bunch was almost entirely removed. I used the re- mainder of the bottle and my horse was entirely cured. It has removed the bunch entirely and now no person can tell any difference in his hind legs. I consider it the most wonderful medicine for Spavins that I ever have known of being used for the reason that it cures and without blis- tering or causing any pain when it is applied; it removes the bunch entirely which I never have known being done by any other remedy, and does not disturb the natural growth of hair or leave any callous, but in a, short time after it has been left off no person could tell that any med- icine had been applied. Hoping that this will be the means of benefiting others as it has me I remain. Yours truly, R. A. Gaines. Horsemen should read the following statement made under oath : To whom it mat concern: — In the year 1875, I treated with Ken- dall's Spavin Cure a bone spavin of several months growth, nearly half as large as a hen's egg, and completely stopped the lameness and re- moved the engagement so far, as I can see. I have worked the horse ever since very hard and he never has been lame, nor could I ever see any difference in the size of the hock joints since I treated him with Kendall's Spavin Cure. R. A. Gaines. Enosburgh Falls, Vt., Feb. 25, 1879. Sworn and subscribed to before me, this 25th day of February, A. D. 1879. John G. Jenne. Justice of the Peace. Kendall's Spavin Cure can now be had at nearly every Drug Store, but if at any time you cannot get it of your druggist or other merchants, send direct to us as directed on the 70th page of this book. Also consult pages from 59th to 73d which will be for your advantage if you are in- terested in the horse. ST. LAURENT, A Norman French Stallion, imported from France in 18T0, by E. Dillon & Co., Normal, 111. His weight is 2,100. This horse represents one of the best class of Draft Horses ever brought to this country for breeding purposes. CASSIUS M. CLAY, JR., (Strader's.) This fine horse, bred by O. B. Gould, has been purchased by Gen. w or his Fairlawn Stock Farm, near Lexington, Ky. He wa q ^ "' hinds high, and wets*" "M50 rwynds: and n well p SAMSON'S PATENT RAILWAY HORSE POWERS For one and two horses, and Machines for Sawing Wood. Also, Machines for Threshing and Cleaning Grain, etc., MANUFACTURED BY WM. SAMSON & CO., East Berkshire, Vt. We wish to mention to the public that we are manufacturing a very superior Horse Power, and in asking for a trial of them we are not put- ting forth a new and untried Machine. For a number of years past we have been watching and testing quite a variety of Powers and. among them all, we are sure the Middletown or Gray Horse Power is the best. The only weak part we find in said Power is the lag iron that forms the endless cog chine that passes over the pinions on the main shaft. With our Patent Lag Iron, we just complete this well known machine. The general construction of our Powers is the same as the Gray's. We use the best of material in every part. Any one not acquainted with the Power mentioned please send to us for a circular. Just a word here about our Patent Lag Iron. It is made wholly of the best refined wrought Iron. The mortise above the cogs for receiving the tenon formed on the end of the lag-wood by a saw kerf, is made of one piece of iron and is so joined to cogged part that it greatly stengthens it. There are no rivets that can work loose. The lag iron is held firm to the lag by a sim- ple but sure device. These irons will fit the Gray Powers. Any one wishing to examine one can have one free by sending to us. Our One Horse Powers are wider than has commonly been the practice of build-. ing. For our Two Horse Powers we have a gear, that can be furnished at a small cost, to reverse the motion, so that an undershot thresher cylinder can be used if desired. We wish further to be noticed that we are the only company of the kind that deals directly with the farmers or parties using our machines. By so doing they get the agent's commis- ° , ' r >n. that is commonly paid by the purchaser, which is quite an item to 1 to us for price list and description of our Powers, Sawing - «H n.lso the Franklin Co. Churns for either pow- N, THE AMERICAN SHEARER MT'G. CO., Manufacturers of Power and Hand Horse Clipping Machines. (Centennial Award.) We make four power machines. Prices. No. 1 has a rotary or vibrating cutter, No. 2 has a rotary or vibrating cutter, .... No. 3 has a rotary or vibrating cutter, No. 4 driven by air, vibrating cutter, $75.00 50.00 35.00 50.00 Extra handles rotary complete, 20.00 " " vibrating, M 18.00 ^fplfij Price of Cutter, . $ 1.00. ■ tltilllll Price of Comb, . . 2.00. Our hand machines are the best in the market, having the following advantages: All its parts are made to a gauge and if any part is broken or worn out it can be replaced at list price. Each machine is put up in a strong wooden box which is furnished with an iron plate on which to grind the cutters when they become dull. The combs and cutters are readily detatched from the machine. If prepaid we send by mail without charge for postage. If the combs and cutters are sent to us by mail, we sharpen and return for forty cents. We make eight grades of hand machines. No. 5, No. 5 a, No. 5b ; No. 5 c, No. 5 d, plain, with 3 inch cutter, polished, with 3\ inch cutter, " 3 '" nickeled, M 3 " " o 4 .... No. 10, is a one hand machine 2£ inch cutter, polished No. 10 a, " " " " " ' nickeled,' No. 10, with a comb 3-16 inch thick makes a Barber's machine Nashua, N. H., U. S. A., P. O. box 578. B. J. Kendall is authorized by the company to take orders. $3.75 5.50 4.50 5.00 6.00 4.50 5.00 WE WANT AGENTS to sell this book in every town in the United States and Canada. It is giving the very best of satisfaction everywhere, as is evident from the hundreds of letters received by the publisher, speaking of it in the highest of terms; a sample of which we give below. The Editor of the " Westekn Sportsman and Live Stock News ", under date of Jan. 4, 1879, says of it: " it is a book that every owner of a horse should have, and no breeder of "horses can afford to do without. It has 35 engravings illustrating po- sitions assumed by sick horses, and gives treatment of diseases in such plain and com- prehensive language as to be readily understood by any one of ordinary intelligence. We would not exchange it for any book on the horse and his diseases that we have ever seen, and we have read some books of the kind that cost ten dollars. It contains a large number of recipes, any one of which is worth double the price of the work." Dr. WM. H. Hall, Canandaigua, N. Y., under date of Dec. 3d, 1878, says of it: " I have bought books from England that I paid live and ten dollars for, which I do not like as well as I do yours. It is different from anything 1 ever saw." Elijah W. Stearns, of Bedford, Mass., in a letter of recent date, says of it: "I have examined it with care. There are two wonders respecting it": first, that any book however voluminous, containing so much practical common sense matter, of ster- ling value, could be written; second^ that it could be condensed into so small compass. The book i3 all gold, no dross. By the aid of it, any person of ordinary intelligence can doctor his own horse." FOR TERMS TO AGENTS, Address B. J. Kendall, Enosburgh Falls, Vt. IT Will REMOVE THE LUARGEJIENT. SOLD BY DRUGGETS EVERYWHERE. C. I MOSIMAN & BRO., tk MANUFACTURERS OF Harness, Horse Clothing, RIDING SADDLES, Carriage Robes, &c, AT LOW PRICES. Office and Salesroom 128 Chambers St., M". Y X5L:E3:DJ-:D^LX a X J ' , SB BLISTEH. We wish to have it understood that " KENDALL'S BLISTER " is entirely different from " Kendall's Spavin Cure," as the latter does not blister. ""Kendall's Blister" is an excellent remedy for spavins, (espec- ially blood or bog spavins), ring-bone, splint, or any similar difficulty. In all bad cases of long standing we think they can* be more successful- ly treated by the use of " KENDALL'S BLISTER " in connection with •• KENDALL'S SPAVIN CURE," (as directed on labels,) than by any other remedies in use, as many cases which will not yield to any other remedies, or to either of these alone, will soon yield to the use of our Blister followed up b y the use of our Spavin Cure, as directed. Besides our Blister being a complete remedy when used with the Spavin Cure, we think it is well adapted to all cases where any blister would be applicable. This blister is not like many, so powerful as to destroy the skin and other tissues, yet it is very effective, and we believe the very best prep- aration, of its kind, which is now in use. Although this blister was first designed to be used with the Spavin Cure, we have learned that it works admirably alone, in many cases, and where parties live at a distance, and cannot find the Spavin Cure at their stores, they can easily obtain our Blister by forwarding us the price, ($ 1.00), and we will send, by return mail, to any address. Our Blistek is put up in tin boxes and can be sent by mail with per- fect safety, to any part of the world. B. J. KENDALL, M. D., Enosburgh Falls, Vermont. PURIFY YOUR BLOOD IF YOU would be HEALTHY. Kendall's Tonic and Blood Pu- rifier is one of the best health-giving medicines and purifiers of the Elood that has ever been placed before the public. We claim for this medicine all that is indica- ted by its name ; that it is a Tonic and a Blood Purifier, which makes it the very best remedy for Scrofulous and Syphihtc Affections, Erupt- ive and Cutaneous Diseases. Pimples, Tum- ors, swelled Neck, Blotches, Boils, Salt Rheum, Ulcers and Sores, Scald Head, Rheumatism, Erysipelas, Female Weakness, Pain in the Chest, Joints, Limbs or across the back, Drop- sy, Liver Complaints, Constipation, Palpitation of the Heart, Dyspepsia, Neuralgia, Headache, Abuse of Mercury and all conditions accompan- ied by General Debility and requiring an Alter- ative and Tonic Medicine. If you have any disease fastened upon you send us a three cent stamp for our 32 page pamphlet which contains a treaties on diseases. Where " Kendall's Tonic & Blood Purifier'' is not kept by your dealers in medicines, we will send to any address on receipt of price $ 1 00 pel bottle or six bottles $ 5.00. We will put in a present worth about what the express will be. KENDALL & RUBLEE, Enosburgh Falls, Vermont H. DRESSEL'S Improved Carriage Top, With Patent Shifting Rail, are in use most everywhere ; they can be easily adjusted to any buggy, old or new. We call especial attention to Tubular Bow Sockets anil best Norway Iron Rail. All our work warranted. Call for Price List. B. J. Kendall, ag't for Proprietor. LOOK WELL TO YOUR HORSE'S FEET. No. 4 repres nts driving, one thin or the nail, passed was returned lami bnken off, leavm- Upon dissecting t'l Coffin bone, as see The foot is the m care and attention tor how perfeut or ait) -ether ic " NO FOJT As tlie rem This drawing shows how many horses* are made lame and permanently injured by the use of the cold-cut and shear- ed pointed nails. This process of manufacture produces lamination, caus- the iron to form in layers, and when driven into the foot the horny fibres of " iw ^"~ which the hoof is composed cause the nail to separate at the point and one portion passes into the foot, o thesj nails which was driven into the hoof, and slivered in e quick or sensitive sole. No. .5, the thick blade .e h >of for clinching. After a few days the hors e p i-sing mt ni' the wall o id upon the ] iver in the f >t a p >rtion o Fig. 2, letter A, t IMPORTANT men U of the shoe, a nail similar to the above was t; Lockjaw ensued, from Which the horse died, the nail was found to have penetrated through the us sacriiicihg the life of a valuable animal. her of the animal's body, to which the greatest ntion should be dire -ted; for when it becomes injured or diseased, no mat- set or sound the other parts may be, the horse's services are diminished or st. Henci the value of a horse depends upon the condition of his feet. no no its r:.- 3dy lies with the owner of the horse, it is for him to prohibit any cold-rolled or sheare I nails beinj H a m me r-poi n ted CLIPPED NOR SHEARE1 NAIL . See that y uir iiors dealers in Horse Nails. used in his horse's feet. The onlv Hot-drawn and Horse Shoe Nail in the Worid that is not cut, upon the point and will not split in driving is the PUTNAM For sale bv all ii shod with this nail and avoid all risks This drawing was made from a nail, showing the lamination of iron in the COLD-ROLLED AND SHEARING process. This drawing was made from the nail taken from the hoof and colli a bone, as shown in Figs. 1 and 2. We have known several ca-e? in which valuab'e horse? have be. m b idiv lamed by the use of Cold-Rolled and Smeared horse shoe mils We hive used the same nails and been compelled to banish them from our shop. The Hot Forging process is the only sure manner of making a true driving and safe nail. Rev. W. II. II. MURRAY, Golden Rule, October 31, 1877. Office of the Ledger, New York, November, 22, 1S77. Messrs. Putnam & Co., Genls.— I hive been using your nails for four or five weeks on all the shoes that we put on my horses, and I have no hesitation in saying that we have never used any nails that gave us so little trouble. I prefer the n to any hand- made nail that I have ever seen. Yours truly, ROBERT BONNER. Babylon, Long Island, N. Y., August, 1878. Putnam Nail Co.— Gents : I have been using yo'ur Hot Forged and Hammer Point- ed Horse Shoe Nails upon the the track horses under my charge for nearly two years, and I am more than pleased with the results. I have never used a nail which has given such great satisfaction, relieving me of all anxiety of the casting of a shoe dur- ing the race. The superior iron from which your nail is forged enables the turf, man to use a much smaller nail which is a very great advantage to all track horses. I shall recommend them as the most safe and reliable nail for the track. Yours truly, CHAS. S. GREEN. P. S.— All persons who have valuable horses should use only the Putnam Nail, thus avoiding all risks. The Putnam Nail Co., Boston: Gentlemen,— After long usage can safely recom- mend to all owners of track and light-harness horses your Hot Forged Horse Shoe Nails. Yours respectfully, BUDD DOBLE. Samples sent free by mail by addressing PUTNAM NAIL CO., ' P. O. Address, Neponset, Mass., Boston. Mass, Mr. Batten's imported Orloff, "SOBOL. This fine Connecticut horse, owned in Norfolk, was lately imported by his owner to supply the demand for a park or phaeton horse that should possess the requisites of size, beauty of form, stylish action, power and endurance. He is 15 3-4 hands high, black, with three white feet, rather light mane, and a tail of fair proportions. He is a Russian horse, foaled in 1870, and came from the stud of a Russian Count. His movement in a carriage is easy, graceful, without the least chafing or friction, and he can be easily driven by a lady. But the power and endurance that lies dormant under ordinary usage, is brought out to surprise the beholder if the horse is allowed the stimulus of a short trial of speed. Sobol is represented as appropriate in the easy movement suited to the carriage, where his stepping shows him to advantage. HORSE SUSPENDING SLING. This cut shows the best way to make a sling to suspend a horse while treating a fracture, or for any other purpose for which a sling is used. They can be made at a mod- erate expense, or we can usu- ally furnish them, if desired, for $20.00, without pulleys and ropes. *v* 'W i \