When a sheep is observed to be lame, and, upon examination, matter can
be discovered, then pare away the hoof, and make a slight puncture, so
that the matter may escape; then wash the foot with the following
antiseptic lotion:--
Pyroligneous acid, 2 ounces.
Water, 3 ounces.
Suppose that, on examination, the feet have a fetid odor; then apply the
following:--
Vinegar, half a pint.
Common salt, 1 table-spoonful.
Water, half a pint.
Mix, and apply daily. At the same time, put the sheep in a dry place,
and give a dose of the following every morning:--
Powdered bayberry bark, half an ounce.
" flaxseed, 2 pounds.
" sulphur, 1 ounce.
" charcoal, 1 ounce.
" sassafras, 1 ounce.
Mix. A handful to be given in the food twice a day.
_Remarks._--Foot rot is generally considered a local disease; yet should
it be neglected, or maltreated, the general system will share in the
local derangement.