Treatment.—First wash the foot clean, then carefully examine the cleft, and remove any substance that may have lodged there. A cotton bandage folded around the claws and continued above the fetlock, kept wet with the following lotion, will speedily reduce any excess of inflammatory action that may exist:—

Acetic acid,1 ounce.
Water,1 pint.
Another.
Vinegar,1 pint.
Water,3 pints.

STRAIN OF THE HIP.

This may sometimes occur in working oxen. Rest is the principal remedy. The part may, however, be bathed daily with the following:—

Wormwood,4 ounces.
Scalding vinegar,2 quarts.

The liquor must be applied cold.

Strain of the knees or shoulder may be treated in the same manner as above.

FOUL IN THE FOOT.