Counter Irritation may now be resorted to, the tincture of iodine applied with a brush preferred. The important object is to support and nourish the animal. Laxatives and external applications must be discontinued if the general strength seems impaired by their use. The diet should be nutri-tious and concentrated. Tonic remedies are useful and may be given in. the form of the tincture of iron, twenty drops well diluted, or quinine in two grain doses, three times a day. Throughout the disease, pure air, warmth, and cleanliness are absolutely essential.

During convalescence, the object is to re-establish the normal health. Gentle exercise out of doors is to be encouraged, and the local affection will disappear in proportion to the rapidity with which improvement in the general condition takes place.