This section is from the book "The Dogs Of The British Islands", by J. H. Walsh. Also available from Amazon: The Dogs Of The British Islands.
Styptics are remedies which have a tendency to stop the flow of blood either from internal or external surfaces. They are used either by the mouth, or to the part itself in the shape of lotions, Ac.; or the actual cautery, which is always the best in external bleeding.
Superacetate of lead, 12 to 24 grains; tincture of matico, 1/2 to 1 ounce; vinegar, 2 drachms; water, 7 to 7 1/2 ounces. Mix, and give two tablespoonfuls two or three times a day to a full-sized dog.
 
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