tt)eterinan>
Experience
S. B, buttle,
Detertnar?
Surgeon,,,
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Veterinary Experience
<An invaluable treatise on the horse;
the diseases Jfrhich afflict; the
remedies which cure**.
OF PRACTICAL VALUE TO EVERY HORSE OWNER
By S. A. TUTTLE, V. S.
Copyrighted, 1S97,
BY DR. S. A. TUTTLE,
Boston, Mass.,
All Rigrits Reserved.
Introductory.
In preparing this book for the public it has been my sincere
effort to embody therein nothing but what has proved of practical
value.
Theory is a grand thing in its way; experience however is far
better.
I deal herein with facts, and with facts only. Theory is not
enough. Nothing is proved by it. In effect it is no better than
a guess. Often a pretty shrewd guess I'll admit.
In treating anything so valuable as equine life, however, it is
safest to discard all theory as quickly as facts are obtained.
I have aimed to do this during the many years I have prac-
ticed as a veterinary surgeon. The large and successful practice
which I have built up proves the reward of my aim.
Over a dozen years ago I placed on the market a line of reme-
dies which were compounded from prescriptions I used daily in
my practice with complete success.
At the present day these remedies are possessed of world-wide
fame. They are successful remedies and are used and endorsed
by prominent horse owners the world over.
This book is called into being through the success attained by
these remedies.
It will serve to answer the thousands of enquiries I receive
yearly from owners of horses who seek more extended and more
reliable information regarding the care of their horses than they
can at present obtain in any convenient and serviceable form.
It is written and published without any intention of making
money therefrom or selling the same. This book will be gladly
given to anyone sufficiently interested in maintaining the good
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health of their horses to send for one dozen of any of the various
remedies mentioned on page 11.
I make no pretense to its being a polished literary effort.
Plain facts demand plain statements and such I have sought to
give.
Without giving offense to modesty I claim this book is valuable
to every present or prospective owner of a horse.
I offer it to the public as a work embodying the knowledge
and experience gained by a lifetime devoted not only to the study
of this subject, but also to the actual practice of veterinary medi-
cine and surgery.
In its pages will be found a fund of information regarding the
more common ailments and diseases to which the horse is subject
together with a reliable description of the proper treatment to
effect a cure.
Regarding the remedies advised but a word need be said here.
The thousands of testimonials to the efficacy of these remedies
that have been received proves their value conclusively. -
Because of failures which may have occurred in your experi-
ence with other so-called remedies, do not be ever skeptical of
the possibility of a line of remedies being compounded which will
accomplish the ends claimed.
Medical science, particularly in so far as it concerns the practice
of veterinary medicine and surgery, has in late years advanced
amazingly. There need be now but little left to chance, but
little guessed at, for from experience we now secure definite
and actual results, and of experience 1 claim a full measure.
In the main portion of this book are given correct illustrations
of the structure of the horse.' All parts, bones, muscles and
organs are correctly shown and a careful study of these illustra-
tions will enable you to obtain a more useful idea of how the
different diseases attack the animal and will place you in a position,
with a little care and thought, to correctly determine exactly
what disease or ailment you- have to deal with, and so render a
cure more speedily effected.
Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
Six Standard Remedies.
Elixir
Tllttle's This remedy has acquired wide fame among horse
owners. And with good reason. It is a wonderful
remedy because it is the result of the most advanced
discoveries in veterinary medicine. It is totally different from all
other remedies intended to accomplish a similar purpose. It is
not an ordinary liniment. It accomplishes more than any ordi-
nary liniment could ever accomplish.
The reason is plain. Ordinary liniments are compounded on a
radically wrong formula. They are intended to penetrate to the
seat of the disease they are set to attack. While they may pene-
trate all right, this penetration is harmful. There is no curative
action to it. When these ordinary liniments penetrate to the
seat of the disease their next action is to scatter the cause
throughout the system. A strong constitution can survive this
treatment, but a weakened one will fail under it.
Tfttle's Elixir works on an entirely different principle. It
acts on a medically correct principle, as a couxter-irritaxt,
drawing the disease to the surface. A healthy circulation is set
up back of it, thus enabling Nature to speedily throw off the disease.
While this is practically the result of a new discovery, experi-
ence proves it is the only safe and reliable method of curing such
diseases and afflictions to which the equine race is subject, as
Colic, Black Water, Scouring, Stoppage of the Bowels and Water
Chills, Lung Fever, Spinal Meningitis, Weak Back, Inflamma-
of the Bowels, Kidneys or Lungs, Contracted or Knotted Cords,
Curbs, Splints, Shoe Boils (when first started), Bruises, Flesh
Cuts, Scratches, Grease Heel, Thrush, Catarrh, Sprains,
Cockle Joints, Callous of all kinds, Horse Ail, and Spinal Dis-
eases, etc.
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While it cures a number of disases it is not a cure-all. Certain
diseases have characteristics or causes in common with each other
and are thus susceptible to treatment with the same remedy, pro-
vided it be the right one, although the method of treatment will
vary in each instance.
The methods of treating the various diseases for which Tuttle's
Elixir is intended are described in detail in the succeeding pages
of this book and the treatment for any specified disease can be
readity found by consulting the index.
In using this Elixir it is often considered as a blister because
it produces the same reaction. It is not a blister however but
sweats and draws the secretion through the skin without disturb-
ing the bulbs of the hair, and without changing the hair unless
the scabs which form when applied externally are pulled off.
An important point in connection with Tuttle's Elixir is
that it will not take hold of any part except that which is affected.
When given internally, as for Colic, etc., the Elixir, if the
horse's mouth has canker, will cause water blisters, sometimes so
large as to cause the lips to puff out and look badly. This does
no harm and in fact is a benefit to the horse. Don't be afraid to
give the horse as many doses as the disease requires on account
of this, as the mouth will be all right and natural in a short
time.
Many diseases arise from poisonous secretions in the system.
Because of this, various compounders of medicines worked on the
theory of poison being an antidote for poison. In the cases of
horse diseases arising from this cause, this was soon proved a
wrong theory, and a dangerous one.
Tuttle's Elixir is positively non-poisonous. It is composed
of health-giving extracts from herbs, roots, barks and other por-
tions of the vegetable kingdom.
While the theory of counter-irritation is not new, I claim to
have attained to its highest application in Tuttle's Elixir.
The discovery of this remedy resulted from years of patient
study and experiment.
Years back, soon after I became the owner of a large number
of horses, I realized that with the remedies available at that time
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it was impossible to cope successfully with many of the diseases
affecting the horse.
In endeavoring to discover a remedy possessing a reaction
similar to that of the old fly blister, without its hurtful results, I
first arrived at the conclusions that made the discovery a success
of my Elixir possible.
Counter-irritation as performed by this remedy draws the
affection to the surface, invariably restores the circulation to a
healthy condition, and thus reunites breaches, heals ulcerous for-
mations, and removes diseased action, by assisting nature through
relieving the diseased part of its unhealthy condition.
In cases of serious joint affections, such as sprains, ring-bone,
curb, etc., etc., as the cure progresses, the diseased surface will
often present a bad appearance, but this condition is no cause for
worry. It is a natural and favorable result. Always bear in
mind when using Tuttle's Elixir that however badly diseased
the surface may appear, that such disease has been brought from
the inside, and that a cure is being quickly brought about, as the
surface trouble will heal rapidly as soon as the disease is wholly
brought from its original seat.
I have had hundreds of horses under my care at all times for
years and have been extremely successful in treating them. This
success I give the greatest credit for to my various remedies,
and chiefly to Tuttle's Elixir.
m
Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
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Tllttle's Are warranted to put a horse in good condition
when all other means fail. Their virtues have been
American thoroughly tested and experience has proved them
Condition t0 ne positive in their action. That they do exactly
as I claim, is proven by the strong endorsements
JrOWUerS tnat ^ave Deeil given them by prominent horsemen.
No better blood purifier than these powders is known to the
world of veterinary science. As in the human race, many dis-
eases arise from impure blood, so we find in the equine race a
similar condition. The horse of the present day leads an artifi-
cial life. He is often fed improperly and housed improperly.
The air he breathes, the food he eats, the water he drinks, are not
always as they should be. Many other conditions exist which
cause an impure condition of the blood.
Tuttle's American Condition Powders are a specific fur
impure blood and all diseases arising therefrom. They are a
sure cure for unhealthy skin, rough coat, all digestion troubles, loss
of appetite, results of over-feed, Coughs, Colds, Intlammation of
Head, Eyes, Throat, Windpipe, Lungs, Liver and Kidneys.
They will prevent Colic and Wasting from Worms, Bots in
the Stomach, Kidney, Bladder and Urinary Troubles, Pink Eye,
Mucous Membrane and Glands, Influenza, Lung Troubles^ Sore
Throat or Quinsy, Bronchitis, Inflamed Air Passages and Lungs,
Pleuro Pneumonia, Labored or Difficult Breathing, Epizootic,
Spasmodic Wind, Painful, Scanty or Bloody Urination and
Dropsy are also diseases for which these powders are a cure
and a positive prevention.
They will regulate the bowels when too loose and will keep them
from scouring. They also eradicate all humors, produce a glossy
coat and keep the animal in fine spirits. Vertigo, Staggers and all
other diseases depending on impaired digestion will be prevented
by the timely use of Tuttle's American Condition Powders.
General Directions : Give one tablespoonful morning and
night. Moisten the feed as the Powder will adhere to it and
prevent it from sifting through. For special and complete direc-
tions see the descriptions of the different diseases in succeeding
pages also see next page.
American
Worm
Powders
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Tllttle's Will be found a boon of the greatest value. Never
before has so complete and perfect a preparation
been put upon the market. These Powders were
Worm thoroughly experimented with before being offered
to the public. Not until I had found them to be
unfailing in hundreds of successive cases did I feel
satisfied that I had a thoroughly reliable remedy for worms in
horses.
They act quickly and will positively clear out both worms and
eggs and also assist in restoring the animal to a healthy condition.
Whip worms, pin worms and tape worms have to get out when
the horse afflicted with them is treated with these powders.
There is no doubt of this. Thousands have tried them and they
have never failed. To obtain the best results I recommend that
they be given in connection with Tuttle's American Condition
Powders, as directed below. When so given, I warrant that
they will put a horse in the most perfect condition that could be
wished for.
General Directions : To keep the animal in condition and
clear out the eggs, grubs or worms that infest it, use one table-
spoonful of the Worm Powders at night and the same quantity
of Condition Powtders in the morning, mixed with the food.
In severe cases of worms, take one-third of a package of Worm
Powders three times a week, mixed with hot mash.
If above directions are followed the horse will be entirely freed
from this annoyance.
Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
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Tlittle's This great remedy has, by many horsemen, been
called the greatest discovery of the age. It is
_A_^ undoubtedly a fact that it has no equal as a
Star ^A quick cure for Old Sores, Galls, Scratches, Proud
. . Flesh, etc. Its action is two-fold. It drys out
the pus and poisonous matter which gathers
around old sores, etc., and also heals the part affected with great
rapidity, when Tuttle's Elixir is used in connection with it, as
it must be. Yet it heals it naturally and safely. No scars or
blemishes remain to mark where the sore once was. Its healing
has been so complete that the affected part cannot be detected.
The skin is restored to its natural condition and the hair grows
out as well as formerly.
No other remedy has ever accomplished these great results.
Tuttle's White Star Liniment has no equal as a healing and
drying agent and a brief trial will convince the most skeptical
of its merits.
Its application is simplicity itself. Simply shake the bottle
well and throw a portion of its contents into the diseased spot.
This is to be repeated twice daily until the trouble is healed.
Tuttle's White Star Liniment will be found of great
assistance when used in connection with Tuttle's Elixir in the
in the treatment of many diseases for which an outward applica-
tion is required.
Detailed and specific treatment will be found described in those
pages later on, which deal with the cause, symptoms and cure of
those various diseases to which the horse is subject.
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Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
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11
Tllttle's is a perfect remedy for Hard and Cracked Hoofs,
and all Diseases of the foot. It is also a healing
nOOl anu omtment an(j can be safely used wherever such a
Healing remedy is required.
If the feet are hard and dry, remove the dirt by
Uinxment. wasj1ing wen an(j when partially dry apply the
ointment thoroughly around the frog and inside the shoe. It
will, when so applied, soften the foot and render it moist and
healthy. This treatment should be followed once a day. It will
grow new feet, if rubbed well into the skin all around the foot
just above the hoof. For other diseases see specific treatment
and directions.
In treating many external diseases, this Ointment will be found
to prove particularly valuable.
After the disease has been well brought out to the surface under
treatment with the Elixir, it will be found useful to apply the
ointment at intervals to the surface to assist in healing and
cleaning up.
HOW TO OBTAIN THESE
FAllOUS REilEDIES.
Tuttle's Famous Remedies are sold by the majority of Druggists,
Medicine dealers, Harness dealers, and the trade generally. Any dealer
will obtain them for yon, or they will be sent direct by express on receipt
of price :
... PRICE LIST. ...
Tuttle's Elixir, 50c per bottle, $4.00 per doz.
Tuttle's Amer. Condition Powders, 25c per package, 2.00 per doz.
Tuttle's Amer. Worm Powders, 25c per package, 2.00 per doz.
Tuttle's Hoof Ointment, 50c per jar. 4.00 per doz.
Tuttle's White Star Liniment, 50c per bottle, 4.00 per doz.
Tuttle's Family Elixir, 50c per bottle, 4.00 per doz.
Remember, We Send no Goods by Mail.
Remember, there are no other remedies so highly endorsed and no
others which will give such general satisfaction.
Address all Orders and Correspondence to
S. A. TUTTLE, V. 5., 27 Beverly St., Boston, Mass., U.S.A.
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Family
Tllttle's ^s Tuttle's Elixir for the horse is the standard
preparation of its kind so is Tuttle's Family
Elixir the standard remedy for various diseases
Elixir. which afflict the human race. I have, in this Elixir,
endeavored to offer to the public an unfailing cure
for La Grippe, Pneumonia, Rheumatism, and all joint affections,
Cholera Morbus, Diarrhoea, etc., at a price which would enable
every one to receive the benefits to be deirived from its use, and
secure relief from suffering and torture. It is a particularly safe
preparation and is positively non-poisonous, being composed of
gums, oils, and vegetable extract, carefully selected by experi-
enced hands and compounded by an experienced chemist.
The same grand medical principle upon which Tuttle's
Elixir for the horse acts is also the principle which governs
Tuttle's Family Elixir. It doesn't " penetrate "« as other
liniments are claimed to do, but instead draws all inflammation
to the surface and restores a natural and healthy circulation.
This point should be given the attention of all sufferers, partic-
ularly those afflicted with Rheumatism and all joint affections.
The principle which governs a "counter irritant" such as
Tuttle's Family Elixir is a most important one. Experience
proves it the safest and surest principle for the cure of Sprains,
Bruises, Lame Back, Stiff Neck, Sore Throat, Neuralgia, Tooth-
ache, poisonous bites, Corns, Chilblains, Bunions, Frost Bites,
Burns, Etc.
It is perfectly harmless and can be used freely to bathe any
part of the body.
With age the color of the Elixir may become changed, but its
curative properties will remain as good as when first put up,
provided it is kept corked tight.
Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
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Directions ^ or Rheumatism and all Joint Affections : Rub
the parts freely with the Elixir or saturate a
rOr .. . , flannel Avell with Elixir and let it remain on
Using. .. next day. In hard cases take ten to twenty drops
before each meal in sweetened water, and con-
tinue the same until well.
For Sore throat : Bathe the throat, and reduce with double quantity of
water, and gargle the throat often. For Cholera Morbus: One teaspoon-
ful to one-half glass, with sugar, once every fifteen minutes until relieved.
For Women : Caked breasts, apply freely with a flannel to the parts
affected. For Lameness: Lame back, use a flannel wet with Elixir,
leave on next day dry ; use the same way for lame knee or joint. Sure
cure for Cold and Asthma: Take, on going to bed, from half to a tea-
spoonful in half a cup of warm water, sweetened to taste, apply a flannel,
saturated with Elixir, to the chest. Try it, a sure cure and relief at once.
For La Grippe, Pneumonia or Croup : Take from 10 to 25 drops of the
Elixir in warm water or milk sweetened. Bathe chest and throat thor-
oughly with the Elixir, then wet a flannel with the same and lay across
the chest. For sick Headache : Take from 10 to 25 drops in warm
water sweetened, and bathe the Head well with the Elixir. For Coughs
and Colds: Take from 10 to 25 drops in sweetened water on going to
bed. For an ordinary headache simply bathe the head well with the Elixir.
CailtlOn In these days a successful remedy is followed by a
host of imitations which seek to trade upon the reputation of the
original.
Do not be misled into accepting any imitation or substitute for
Tuttle's Family Elixir. There is no other remedy which
will give equal satisfaction. The genuine has my fac-simile
signature on every package, and retails for 50 cents a bottle at
most drug stores.
For Athletes This remedy will prove a boon to athletes
in training. It will not only assist in developing and hardening
the muscles but will prevent them from stiffening and will pre-
vent and ward off chills after exercise. Bathe the limbs well
with the Elixir and also use it freely in rubbing down. After
hard work or violent exercise bathe the limbs well with the Elixir
and a healthy, natural circulation will be restored. There will
then be no dangerous results following " cooling off " and the
muscles will be kept strong and pliable, and will not become
stiff and sore.
General Hints.
Care of the Horse when sick and well; Feeding;
Ventilation and Light; Grooming; Nursing;
Administering Medicines, etc*
He who gives his attention to the prevention, in so far as is
possible, of sickness of the horses he may own or have in his care,
will study to remove the commonest causes of disease. „
Insufficiency of light and improper ventilation are common
defects in our horse-stables. Exposure to draughts in the stable
and out, whether through carelessness or otherwise ; improper
and irregular feeding ; lack of proper grooming ; and want of
attention to the other details in the proper care of the horse are
are all predisposing causes to sickness and irregularities.
When we take into consideration the. extreme similarity in the
anatomy of horse and man, and realize the little difference exist-
ing between the duties performed by their vital functions, we
readily understand that the horse is an animal of the higher order
and, being such, requires competent and careful attention.
A safe rule for those who would seek to prevent sickness in
their horses is for them to be as considerate, or even more so, of
their animals as they are of themselves.
Never allow the horse to stand in a draught. Exposure brings
on diseases which kill thousands of horses annually. To avoid
chilling draughts in the stable see that the ventilation is so
arranged that the air currents will pass in front of the horses
noses, instead of sweeping across their backs and sides.
Cover the horse with a blanket in cold or damp weather as
soon after coming into the stable as possible.
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If Tuttle's Elixir is used as a wash as soon as the horse
comes in the best results will follow. Sponge the animal well
with a strong solution, all over the body, blanket, and let stand.
Tuttle's Elixir will keep up the circulation on the outside
until the animal becomes cooled off on the inside, and the muscles
will not become affected with stiffness, nor will he be liable to
chills, etc.
Dark stables are considered one of the chief causes of blindness
in horses. See that the stable is well lighted and in such a
manner that no direct glare of light falls on the horses' eyes.
Feeding Whatever the horse is fed, one of the first things
aimed at should be that his meals should occur at regular hours.
Irregular feeding will tend to derange the digestive system more,
perhaps, than any other single cause. The matter of proper
feeding is one that can only be determined by experience in each
individual case. Rarely will two horses reach their best if each
is fed the same amount and kind of feed.
The secret of successful feeding lies in giving such a ration,
both in quantity and quality as shall maintain the animal in a
healthy vigorous condition without causing it to fatten. This
secret can only be gained by care and attention, changing the
food as occasion demands. Even then, the changing seasons
will require further changes in the food.
Draught or working horses and driving horses should be fed
differently. The former requires rough feed judiciously balanced
with food of a highly nutritious nature. The latter, particularly
if used on long distances or for fast traveling, should be given
but little hay, and that mainly at night (supper).
Oats and mixed feed are the best food for horses in general.
Cracked corn is generally hurtful for feeding purposes.
The matter of proper feeding can be best solved by each horse
owner by studying carefully the needs of his different animals,
always bearing in mind that a change of diet is as necessary for
the horse as for a man.
Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
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Feeding The best food for sick horses is green food, in
. t season. Boiled oats, when green food is not ob-
tainable, is to be highly recommended. A peck of
Horses. oats ^s allowed to simmer in four times that amount
of water for four or five hours and then set aside
to cool. Mix a quart of this with a quart of bran for a small
feed. Bran-mash, cut feed, carrots and oat-meal gruel, are also
excellent.
Grooming is a matter that should be carefully and consci-
entiously attended to. Its object is not simply to remove the
mud or other external dirt, to give the horse a better appearance.
The purpose of grooming is to cleanse the skin and hide of the
scurf and dust which constantly accumulates and clogs the pores
of the skin.
When the horse returns to the stable at night his coat should
be washed with a lotion composed of one bottle of Tuttle's
Elixir to 4 quarts of water. This will prevent the hide from
becoming scurfy and dirty, will make grooming easier, and will
keep the skin clean and the coat bright and glossy.
The brush, and a stiff straw brush is to be preferred to a comb,
should be applied vigorously each day to every part of the
surface. The legs, particularly, should be thoroughly cleansed,
as neglect in this particular often leads to scratches or grease
heel and similar diseases.
Nursing A horse when sick should receive added care and
attention. See that there is plenty of fresh air but no draught.
A box stall of good size is recommended, away from the other
horses and in a quiet part of the stable. Keep the stall completely
clean and always keej> the floor liberally covered with clean bed-
ding. Never try to urge the sick horse to eat but tempt its
appetite with a change of diet. Give food in small quantities if
the horse's appetite is poor. Watch- the horse attentively, and a
course of feeding and nursing can soon be rightly determined
upon.
Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
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Administering More or less serious consequences often
attend the common method of administering
i leulCines... medicine. By nature the horse is intended
to take its food and drink from the surface of the earth, and if
the horse's head is raised much beyond the horizontal position he
swallows with difficulty, and if forced still higher the fluid escapes
into the windpipe and thence into the chest, from which there is
no escape for it. Elevate the head as little as possible in giving
medicine, which in the case of liquids should be contained in a
strong bottle. Give only a mouthful at a time and wait until
that is swallowed before giving another, and if the horse doesn't
swallow readily, put a little clear water from another bottle in his
nostrils, and he will then swallow freely and at once.
The Diseases of Horses
and Their Cure.
In the following pages it is not intended to criticize the opin-
ions and modes of practice of those who have heretofore been
heard on this subject. The reader, who may have given heed to
those methods and opinions, can tell whether they have been
satisfactory and successful or not.
My effort is simply to give in an intelligent and consise manner
such information as I have acquired through many years of study
and actual practice as a veterinary.
None of the information here given is of a theoretical nature.
It is entirely practical knowledge — the result of actual and exten-
sive experience.
A complete work is not attempted. This book is not intended
as an aid to any would-be " horse-doctor," but instead, it is hoped
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that it will prove a guide, of value to the horse owner when in
need of information of the nature its pages furnishes. To such,
it is hoped that it will prove of value and that each consultation
of its pages will bring a satisfactory reward.
The treatment indicated in all cases can be relied upon as the
very best, and where the use of my special remedies is suggested,
the close following of directions will be amply repaid.
Six... Deserving first consideration on taking up the subject
. of the diseases of the horse and their cure, are em-
braced in a consideration of the structural formation
of the animal.
These points we will class as systems, which while working to
a certain extent independently of each other, are all necessary to
the complete organism.
They are —
First. — The bony system, or skeleton, which serves as a
frame- work supporting all the other parts.
Second. — The muscular system, by which the other parts are
made active.
Third.- — The nervous system, which includes the brain and
controls all other organs.
Fourth. — The digestive system, which prepares the nourish-
ment for the body.
Fifth.— The circulating system, by which the prepared
nourishment is carried throughout the body.
Sixth. — The excreting system, by which the deletrious sub-
stances produced by the wear of the tissues are removed from
the body.
These six points are important and should be studied by every
horse owner who has the welfare of his horses at heart.
From a study thereof a better understanding of the diseases of
the horse will be obtained.
It is also important to remember that few diseases exist without
a cause, and until the cause is determined and removed but little
hope can be had of a permanent cure.
Taking up these points as above in detail we find that the
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Skeleton Of a Horse or frame- work of bone is composed
of two-hundred and forty-seven bones, as follows :
cervical,
10
1. Bones of the skull, ...
2. Bones of the spinal column and tail, embracing
18 dorsal, 6 lumbar and 17 caudal vertebrae.
3. Bones of the face, jaws, etc., embracing : 18 bones in the face,
and lower jawT; 40 teeth; 4 bones in each ear, and 5 bones at
the base of the tongue, . .
4. Bones of the thorax, embracing: 18 bones on each side and
the sternum in the middle,
5. Bones of the pelvis, ,
6. Bones of locomotion, embracing in front : the scapular, hum
erus, os brachii, 8 carpal bones, 3 metacarpals, os suffraginis
os coronae, os pedis, os naviculare, 2 ossa sesamoideae
total, 20 on each side, .....
And behind: the femur, petella, tibia, fibula, 6 tassal bones,
metatarsals, os suffraginis, os coronne, os pedis, os nav
cular, 2 ossa sessamoideae ; total 19 on each side,
A study of the key below and the chart in the next page will
enable one to obtain a comprehensive idea of the relations of the
various bones.
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KEY TO CHART ON PAGE 19.
A. Head.
B. Lower Jaw.
C. Atlas, or first vertebra of Neck.
D. Axis, or second vertebra of Neck.
E. The remaining five cervical ver-
tebrae.
F. Spinous process of back withers.
G. Dorsal and Lumbar vertebras.
H. Sacrum; base of croup.
I. Coccygeal, or tail bones.
J. Scapula, or shoulder blade.
K. Humerous, or arm bone.
L. Radius, or bone of fore-arm.
M. Carpal, or knee bones.
N. Trapezium, or bend of bone.
O. Metacarpal, or cannon bone.
P. First Phalanx, or pastern bone.
Q,. Large sesamoid bone.
R. Second phalanx, or coronet bone.
S. Third phalanx, or foot bone.
T. Ribs.
U. Coccyx, or croup bone.
V. Femur, or thigh bone.
X. Patella.
Y. Tibia, or leg bone.
Z. Hock, or tarsal bones.
a. Cannon, or metatarsal bones.
b. First phalanx, or pastern bone.
c. Large sesamoid.
d. Second phalanx, or coronet bone.
e. Third phalanx, or foot bone.
f . Superior band of cervical ligament.
Zygomatic arch.
Orbital cavity.
Nasal, or face bones.
Incisor teeth.
Molar teeth.
Scapulo-humeral, or shoulder arm
joint.
Acromion process, or spine of the
shoulder blade.
Hollow of the shoulder blade.
Cartilage of shoulder blade.
Superior tuberosity of the hum-
erous.
Olecranon, or elbow bone.
Cartilage of the ribs.
Haunch, external and internal
angle of ilium.
Sachium, posterior angle of the
ilium.
Great trochanter.
Small trochanter.
Articulation between femur and
tibia.
Superior tuberosity of tibia.
Calcaneum.
Head of the fibula.
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Diseases The various diseases affecting the bones and
joints of the horse are usually of so complicated
Ut trie tSones a nature that none but an experienced veteri-
a j ii ^ nary should attempt to doctor them. In fact,
the most of them, owing largely to the pecul-
iarities of structure of the various bones, are so complex in nature
and symptoms that any descriptions of them would not enter into
the scope of this work. The more common will be considered
briefly.
r a i-i Affects the point of the hock-joint and is of
Capped nock two kinds . 0ne tnat ig a tense fluctuating
swelling, which causes lameness, and at times the formation of
abscesses ; the other is a soft swelling, partaking of the character
of a tumor, does not usually cause lameness, and arises usually
from the hock striking against some hard object, such as a whiffle-
tree. As it often indicates a kicker, either in harness or the stable,
the value of the animal affected is lessened. Also because, if
neglected, either of these forms become an unsightly blemish,
treatment should be begun at once on the appearance of the
trouble.
Treatment. Keep wet with Tuttle's Elixir twice a day.
Apply as much as the hair will hold, and do not bandage. In the
acute form use the Elixir as above, and nitrate of potash to the
amount of one tablespoonful, in the drinking water, three times
a day, until the disease turns.
Contracted Feet This is more an effect of disease than a
cause or a disease in itself. It usually consists of an effort of the
hoof to adapt itself to a wasted condition within its structure. It
is a fertile cause of lameness. It is often due to the amimal hav-
ing been lame when young, causing him to avoid putting weight
upon the limb affected, thus allowing loss of function and wasting.
Treatment should be directed to forcing the contraction to expand,
and holding it there that the interior structure may retain its vigor
and natural strength and size. For that reason, the following
directions, if faithfully followed, will never fail to give satisfactory
results.
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Treatment. To prepare the horse's foot for shoeing, the
preparation used is two quarts of raw onions, mashed ; two quarts
of soft soap ; add oil meal enough to make it the right thickness :
then place it upon a square piece of canvas or bag. Weave a
rope in through the material used for putting on the poultice, just
above the coronet. Ferment it for three days by heating with
hot water, once in 24 hours, — not changing the poultice. In three
days take the horse to be shod. Cut the foot all it will bear, so
that you can spring the inside of the foot. Weaken it on each
side of the frog as much as possible ; then cut up to the quick on
both sides of the frog. Place in one of my Springs so as to throw
open the foot, which makes about forty pounds' pressure. Then
put a sponge over the bottom of the foot, cover with leather ; put
on drop-bar shoe ; bring all the pressure possible on bottom of
frog ; wet the Sponge once a day and around the coronet with my
Elixir, all the hair will hold. Use thoroughly for ten clays;
afterwards apply my Hoof Ointment once a day, and put the
horse to work. The above treatment will be found equally as
successful in cases of " sore-feet."
Curb This is a disease of the back-joint due to injury or
sprain. Such injury or sprain occurs through strains induced by
galloping on uneven ground, to prancing and leaping, pulling the
horse up on the haunches suddenly, rearing, slipping, overwork
when young, etc.
Symptoms. More or less lameness as the enlargement or
bunch forms, difficulty in extending the back, heat, tenderness
and a swelling that cannot be mistaken.
Treatment. The following treatment has never failed to
effect a cure. Apply Tuttle's Elixir freely as much as the
hair will hold, twice daily, in the morning and at night, continue
this for from ten to fifteen days or until the scab lifts up and
comes off of itself, when it will be found that the bunch has
entirely disappeared. The hair will become as natural and free
from blemish as before. Many are skeptical about the possibility
about a cure for curb, but I will guarantee a cure. I have
treated hundreds of curbs and have never failed to cure each
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case with the above treatment. Try it, you cannot fail. If
you should, I would cheerfully refund the money you paid for
the Elixir. Shake the bottle well and sop on the Elixir, per-
sistently, even after the scab forms. Do not rub on or bandage,
and give the horse perfect freedom, as he will not bite or rub it.
A box stall is to be preferred while treating the animal for curb.
Fracture A fracture consists of the breaking of a bone, and
may be one of three kinds : simple, when the bone only is divided ;
compound, when it is broken and the integuments are lacerated ;
comminuted, when the bone is crushed or broken into several
pieces. Either calls for the attendance of an exerienced veterinary,
who should be called at once.
Symptoms. Great lameness is immediately manifest, the
deformity is obvious, the horse is unable to bear weight on the
injured limb, and usually cannot move. Great pain, sweating and
excitement will also be observed.
Treatment. In such places where it is not possible to obtain
the services of a veterinary surgeon the following treatment in
cases of simple fracture will usually prove successful. In the
more serious and complicated fractures it will be most human to
immediately shoot the animal, thus quickly putting an end to his
intense suffering. For simple fractures use a lotion of Tuttle's
Elixir, two quarts of water to one bottle of Elixir, and with it
wet the limb freely twice a day and bandage lightly with dry
bandage. If this strength irritates, weaken the lotion. It is
advisable to put the horse in slings for two or three weeks, and
keep quiet.
Navicular Disease This is a perplexing disease, in that
the symptoms are obscure and do not point to the seat of the
disease. It consists of a strained and abnormal condition of the
navicular joint and associated tendons and muscles and is produc-
tive of serious and mysterious lameness. Among the various
causes may be mentioned, shoeing with thick heeled shoes, con-
cussion, long drives on hard roads, irregular working, etc.
Symptoms. Lameness is usually evinced before any other
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symptoms are noticed. In fact other symptoms are so obscure
that they can be detected only upon rigid examination. The
lameness often seems located in the shoulder, but examination
fails to reveal any disturbance either of the leg or shoulders. On
examination the foot will be found heated, tender, and often
contracted.
Treatment. Follow the same treatment given for Contracted
Foot, except that no pressure is to be put upon the frog. This
treatment will prove successful oftener than any other I have met
with.
Rheumatism Similar in many aspects with the same dis-
ease in human beings. Causes the same. There is often sudden
lameness, sometimes swellings, severe pains in the legs and joints,
and often considerable fever. The animal twists and grunts, and
is disinclined to move about. The disease is shifting in character,
and is acute and chronic.
Treatment. Apply the Elixir, full strength, to the part
affected, twice daily, until a good reaction sets in, when apply a
lotion of two quarts of water to one bottle of Elixir. Give my
Condition Powders with the food and also one tablespoonful
of nitrate of potash in the water. Follow this treatment until the
acuteness is gone.
Ringbone This is a form of bony tumor, found in the upper
or lower pastern bones, usually presenting the form of a ring
around the bone. It may be caused by weakness, hereditary
predisposition, concussion, sprains of the coffin-joint, etc.
Symptoms. A swelling at the part affected, the upper portion
of the foot is heated, and usually more or less lameness in the
leg affected.
Treatment. In some cases the osseous deposit does not
entirely close the joint, and in such cases a cure cannot be effect-
ed. In ordinary ringbone where the ossification is complete,
while the bunches will not always be removed, the lameness
will invariably be relieved by applying the Elixir twice daily.
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This treatment has removed the bunches, but is not guaranteed
to do so.
Sore Shins is a popular name given to a certain form of dis-
ease affecting the metacarpal bones of young horses, particularly
race-horses under four years old, and is due to the fact that the
bones of the young horse are in a state of development which
renders them unfit to stand the shocks of concussion to which
they are subjected when driven much or while being trained.
Symptoms. Slight lameness occurs after a galop, the horse
is restless, and shifts his weight from one leg to the other when
both legs are affected, or if only one, stands with his foot pointed.
As the inflammation becomes acute fever commences, the pulse
quickens, and the bones are sensitive when pressed upon. Swell-
ing is an early symptom and is liable to become of considerable
extent.
Treatment. In acute cases the services ' of a veterinary
should at once be employed, as the most active treatment must
be employed to prevent necrosis. This disease may be prevented
by bathing the limbs after training or using with a lotion of two
quarts of water to one bottle of Tuttle's Elixir when the horse
comes in. This will keep up the circulation and strengthen the
bone tissue. After bathing the limbs do them up lightly with a
dry bandage and keep it on for two or three hours.
Spavins I hold different views regarding Spavins to the
majority of veterinary surgeons. It is commonly believed that
nearly all lamenesses affecting the hind legs are due to Spavins,
but I believe, and my experience has proved me correct, that there
are hundreds of cases treated as Spavins where no Spavin exists.
It is the custom of many veterinarians to pronounce these lame-
nesses to be due to Spavins and they treat accordingly, firing and
blistering in a more or less reckless manner. When their treat-
ment fails, as it usually does, they pronounce the Spavin (?)
incurable and advise turning the horse out to pasture for a long
period.
My experience with Spavins has taught me that lameness is as
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liable, or even more liable, to arise in the hip, at the joint or
through strained tendons, at the stifle, or foot, as it is at the
hock or spavin joint.
With Tuttle's Elixir a Spavin can invariably be located.
Proceed in this way. Beginning well at the top of the leg, wet
the hide thoroughly with the Elixir, sopping on with the hand
as much as the hair will hold. Do not attempt to rub it in. Wet
the entire hip and both sides of the limb in this manner. Wher-
ever the cause of lameness exists the Elixir will take hold and
form water blisters. The rest will dry out, leaving no sign of its
having been applied. This will work in every instance and locate
the true seat of the trouble. Wherever the water blisters form
treat as directed in this book. If there is a Spavin the Elixir
will show it, and there will be no Spavin unless water blisters
form on the inner and lower part of the hock-joint.
As there is often an entire absence of swelling or enlargement
in the first stages of Spavin, this method is of immense value.
Bone Spavin This is a very common cause of lameness,
and consists of a growth of bony matter from the joint bones, and
nearly invariably exists on the inner and lower part of the hock,
and near the front. Its causes may be hereditary, constitutional
or local. The local causes are sprains of the ligaments and con-
cussion of the bones.
Symptoms. The symptoms vary in different animals. In
some cases the swelling will not appear for a long period, while
in others a hard lump will appear in a short time. Lameness is
always an early symptom, but in cases where the Spavin is fully
developed and old the lameness will often disappear by using
Tuttle's Elixir and rubbing gently till it dries in. In the
commencement of a Spavin the horse will be lame on first start-
ing, either from the stable or from a rest, but this lameness
frequently disappears when the animal becomes warmed up to
his work. When the joints become hardened and consolidated
through the growth of the Spavin the leg will become stiff, but
there will be then little if any pain.
Treatment. Bone Spavins occur in three distinctly different
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parts of the joint. Most frequently on the front inner portion, also
at the centre, and lastly well back on the hock. The first can
almost invariably be cured, the second usually, while the last will
be rarely if ever cured. It will be relieved and strengthened and
the former cured by the following treatment. By a cure, I mean
to stop the lameness, and usually remove the bunch, although I
do not guarantee to do the latter, as it is usually the result of
formation of ossified matter, and consequently if far advanced
impossible of removal. I do guarantee to stop the soreness.
Apply Tuttle's Elixir freely, full strength, twice a day. Do
not rub in and be sure to apply as much as the hair will hold.
This will draw the inflammation and disease to the surface, set up
a healthy circulation, and nature will do the rest. A scab will
form and lift up, and come off naturally if not pulled off. The
hair will not be particularly affected, and when the cure is com-
plete will soon regain its natural condition, and no mark or scar
will be left. Give the horse light exercise at first, and work him
as soon as the acuteness is gone. This treatment if faithfully
followed will do all I have claimed for it, as above. To assist in
healing the surface, after treatment, wash with warm water once
a day and apply Tuttle's Hoof and Healing Ointment.
Bog=Spavin This is usually occasioned by inflammation of
the hock- joint, and when so caused there is a tense, fluctuating
swelling, accompanied by heat and pain. It is more extended
than bone-spavin, the swelling often extending about the inside,
front and outside of the joint. Its causes may be both constitu-
tional and local and are sometimes hereditary, certain forms of
hocks being more susceptible to the disease than others. Young
horses are more often affected.
Treatment. Use Tuttle's Elixir as directed for Bone-
Spa vin.
Blood = Spavin This is due to the bursting of an artery,
allowing the blood to flow into the hock- joint. It is often caused
by too hard driving, and young horses are most frequently affec-
ted. A delicate surgical operation must be performed to effect a
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cure, and consequently I cannot recommend any form of home
treatment.
Splints are another form of inflammation of the metacarpal
bones, and are caused by concussion. They usually occur upon
the inner surface of the leg, below the knee, and are much more
common upon the fore shin bone than upon the hind, where in-
deed they are rarely found. The class of horse which is most
subject to Splints is the lighter bred horse, or those which are
driven faster than a walk.
Symptoms. Splints are evidenced by the growth of a hard
excresence on the metacarpal or shank bones. Lameness is fre-
quently, though not always present.
Treatment. Wet well with Tuttle's Elixir. Apply all
the hair will hold, morning and night, every day, until the horse
is well. Do not rub the Elixir in. A surface application is all
that is necessary. The trouble will disappear slowly but surely.
The horse can be used for light work during treatment.
Sprains This is a sudden shifting of a joint out of its natural
position, not enough to produce dislocation. The causes are
various, sudden strains being the principal one. Sprains produce
lameness, pain, swelling, heat and sometimes loss of function, on
account of non-circulation.
Treatment. By using Tuttle's Elixir a natural circulation
is at once set up and nature assists in strengthening the affected
parts. The horse can be treated with as good results if set to
work as soon as the acuteness is removed.
Thorough pin Similar in character to Bog- Spavin which it
sometimes accompanies. It consists of an enlargement of the
bursa? or receptacles which hold the fluid intended for lubricating
the joints. It is caused by overwork, mainly from starting heavy
loads. The enlargement extends through the joint and is to be
observed on either side.
Treatment. In young horses a cure may be frequently
effected, but relief is all that is to be hoped for in older animals.
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Apply Tuttle's Elixir full strength night and morning as
directed for Bone Spavin.
The The muscles of the horse perform important func-
jy| * tions, for it is by them that the other parts are
moved and to a large extent controlled. The
System arrangement and functions of the muscles of the
horse in their general relations correspond to those of man, and
like those of man become soft and flaccid through high feeding
and lack of judicious exercise, and become weakened through ex-
cessive exercise and work when insufficiently fed.
The aim of the horse owner should be to have his horses attain
an evenly balanced development of their muscular systems, com-
mensurate upon the demands to be put upon them. Thus, the
muscles of a horse used for driving purposes will need be differ-
ently developed to those intended for heavy working purposes.
It will be difficult to balance the proper* amount of food with
the proper amount and kind of exercise, in order to have the ani-
mal attain to his highest degree of usefulness, and obviously it is a
subject that cannot be governed by any set of general rules.
Common sense will prove the safest guide, always bearing in
mind that the muscles be well though not too highly nourished
and that regular and careful exercise be given them.
In regulating the general condition of the animal and in order
to secure the best results from feeding, the services of Tuttle's
American Condition Powders should be occasionally relied
upon. Give the customary dose, occasionally, about two or three
times a week. A lotion composed of one bottle of Tuttle's
Elixir to two quarts of water should be used frequently to bathe
the muscles. This will strengthen them and prevent stiffness.
The There is but little difference between the function
Nervous an(* organizati°n oi tne nervous system of the horse
and that of man, yet, compared with the latter strictly
System nervous diseases of the former are few and practi-
cally insignificant. This is more particularly due to the fact that
in the horse there is a practical absence of the higher mental
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functions and that the worldly excitements and indulgences of
the human race have no counterpart in the animal kingdom.
Even notwithstanding the fact that many horses are highly
intelligent, being easily taught, capable of evincing affection, and
are possessed of good memories, while others are dull, hard to
teach, have bad memories and seem to live only in themselves,
and that these distinctions are as complete as in human beings,
the horse is never affected with those purely mental diseases that
are so common among the members of the human family. Yet
the brain and nerves of the horse are affected by disease and
require consideration and attention.
Such diseases, as Epilepsy, Staggers, Apoplexy, Meningitis,
Softening of the Brain, Paralysis, etc., are by no means as un-
common as could be wished.
The treatment of diseases of this character requires specific
knowledge of their character and symptoms, and it would be idle
and ajoart from the purpose of this book to lay down any general
rules which could be followed with a satisfactory degree of
success.
My experience with hundreds of horses proves that diseases of
the nervous system will be almost invariably prevented if
Tuttle's American Condition Powders be given occasionally
to keep the blood pure and the general condition healthy.
External A study of the chart, showing the external regions
. of the horse and its exj)lanation in the following
KvglOIlS pages, will result in a better understanding of the
Of the matters spoken of in these pages. A writer on
medical subjects as they concern mankind gave as a
Horse watehword the phrase, " Man, Know Thyself."
I would suggest that every horse owner would find it wisdom
to take for his watchword the phrase, "Man, Know Thy Horse."
The external appearance of a horse when in perfect condition
presents many lines of beauty, strength, and equine perfection.
The noble looking head, intelligent eyes, arched neck, broad
shoulders, clean limbs and sweep of back and body, all bespeak a
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condition well worth preserving and a usefulness that is not
equaled in any other branch of the animal kingdom.
Cleanliness is an important condition to health. To the horse
it is a prime essential. Careful, thorough grooming and cleanli-
ness in the stall and manger are important. The feet particularly
require constant watchfulness and attention. There are so many
diseases which have their beginning there that ample attention
should be given these important organs.
An important point in the preservation of a good external
appearance is to see that the harness is comfortable, well fitting,
and in good repair. Sores, chafes, bad tumors and other affec-
tions arise through carelessness in this respect.
KEY TO CHART ON PAGE 31.
1.
Lips.
23.
Anus (or " dock ").
42.
Buttock.
2.
Nose.
24.
Flank.
43.
Leg.
3.
Face.
25.
Belly.
44.
Hock.
4.
Forehead.
26.
Sheath.
45.
Chestnut.
5.
Eyebrows.
27.
Testicles.
46.
Canon or Shank.
6.
Forelock.
28.
Point of Shoulder.
47.
Fetlock-joint.
7.
Ears.
29.
Elbow.
48.
Ergot and Fetlock.
8.
Lower Jaw.
30.
Fore-arm.
49.
Pastern.
9.
Cheek.
31.
Chestnut.
50.
Coronet.
10.
Nostril.
32.
Knee.
51.
Foot.
11.
Poll.
33.
Canon or Shank.
11a
. Throat.
34.
Fetlock-joint.
12.
Parotid.
35.
Pastern.
13.
Neck.
36.
Coronet.
13a
. Mane.
37.
Foot.
14.
Jugular Channel or
38.
Ergot and Fetlock.
Furrow.
39.
Haunch.
15.
Breast.
40.
Thigh.
16.
Withers.
41.
Stifle.
17.
Back.
18.
Ribs.
19.
Girth.
20.
Loins.
21.
Croup.
22.
Tail.
<•%*
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Diseases The diseases which may affect or appear upon
the external parts of the horse are many, and of a
vastly varied character. There are many of course
External that so appear that are not external diseases, strictly
. speaking. Yet as it would be difficult and confus-
^ » ing to classify them otherwise, we have included
descriptions of certain of them under this head in connection
with the more common affections of the external parts.
Such diseases as we have here described are met with
frequently and we have endeavored to point out plainly the
symptoms and modes of treatment, that there should be an
absence of confusion on the part of the horse owner and a cure
be speedily effected where the treatment prescribed is intelligently
followed.
Acne appears in the form of pimples, usually on the withers,
back, neck, and root of the mane. These pimples are usually
hard and suppurate slowly. They begin as an eruption of con-
siderable size, and slowly come to a head. They are very trouble-
some, particularly if located where they will be chafed by the
harness.
Treatment. First bathe with Tuttle's Elixir and then
apply Tuttle's White Star Linimext freely directly on the
diseased spots. Continue these applications twTice daily until
well. Tuttle's Condition Powders should be given daily and
also one tablespoonful of nitrate of potash in the drinking water
once a day.
Atrophy More commonly known as Swemey, and consists of
a wasting away of the muscles of the shoulder, or of the hips. It
is caused by various diseases of the foot, such as contracted feet,
foot lameness, unequal pressure on the legs when working,- over-
endurance of the muscles, etc.
Symptoms. Lameness often exists, but not invariably. The
skin fits tightly over the shoulder-blade or hip- joint, and the leg
is generally slender.
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Treatment. Bathing regularly with Tuttle's Elixir will
effect a cure.
CallllS Is a thickening of the skin or a formation resulting
from an injury or fracture, and is due to an effort of nature to
unite the fractured bones, and occurs most frequently at joints
having extensive motion.
Symptoms. A firm, thick and enlarged surface, usually of
small extent, which disfigures the horse affected.
Treatment. The only treatment to be recommended is to
apply Tuttle's Elixir, full strength, twice daily to the parts
affected for several weeks.
Canker is a constitutional disease located in the feet, and in
its first stages is sometimes called running thrush. It is char-
acterized by an abundant foul smelling and colorless discharge
from the frog, which is large and spongy and this disease is due
to hereditary taint and bad management.
Treatment. Keep the horse in a dry stall. First clean foot
thoroughly, then apply Tuttle's Elixir and Tuttle's White
Star, twice daily, each on alternate days. Keep the foot dry
and clean and a cure will usually follow in a few weeks.
Capped Elbow Frequently called " Shoe Boil." The elbow
is that part of the shoulder on the back part at about the union of
the leg with the body. At its point a round swelling of consider-
able size often appears, which is caused by the heel or calk of the
shoe pressing directly against it while the horse is lying down.
At first it is hot and tender and the tumor is soft and contains pus.
Later the tumor becomes hard and calloused and forms a sac.
Treatment. The swelling should be bathed twice daily with
TuTtle's Elixir. In severe cases where the bunch becomes
callous it will be best to have it dissected out by a veterinary
surgeon. Applications of Tuttle's Elixir will always remove
this species of enlargement up to within a short time of its
becoming calloused. In fact, there is no other treatment which
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will prove so successful. Of course a roll should be put around
the foot to prevent further injury.
Capped Knee Is a swelling at the knee due to blows or
bruises. This swelling takes the form of a tumor and contains
pus. At first there is some stiffness and pain, showing inflamma-
tion. '
Treatment. Tuttle's Elixir will give splendid results
before the pus gathers. It should be bathed with very hot water
at first, where there is much swelling.
CorilS These result from bruises, are usually found in the in-
side heel and are invariably caused by bad shoeing.
Symptoms. Lameness, due to the shoe pressing the corn.
Treatment. First take off the shoe, then pare the foot in a
shelving manner, from the outside of the foot to the upper side of
the frog, avoiding digging from the shell of the foot. Next
apply a white hot iron until the horse shows signs of pain. Then
place a sponge saturated with Tuttle's Elixir in the hoof,
cover with a leather and shoe carefully. Keep the sponge well
wet with Elixir and apply frequently to the coronet.
Fistula The name given to a deep and narrow pipe-like ulcer
or running sore located on the top of the shoulder or withers. It
results, from bruises caused by ill-fitting saddles or harness, blows,
bites from other horses, etc.
Symptoms. Fistula begins with a sore swelling, often produc-
ing lameness, and is located as above. It soon breaks, producing
an ugly running sore.
Treatment. Apply Tuttle's Elixir and White Star
alternately on the first appearance of the trouble and a cure
will result. After the pipe has formed inject the following
into the pipes; !£,. Sye. potash, 5iv ; ex. belladonna, 3i; muci-
lage gum arabic, 3i. If the pipe not does yield to this treatment
after three days inject again. I have never had to inject more
than twice. Then syringe the Elixir in and White Star daily
until thoroughly healed.
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Galls A sore upon the shoulder or back caused by chafing of
poorly fitting harness. Occasionally soft tumors result.
Treatment. Keep the harness clean. Bathe frequently with
Tuttle's Elixir and at night apply Tuttle's White Star.
Grease Heel This is a form of eczema — occurs frequently in
the horse and consists of an inflammation of the skin at the back
of the heels and fetlocks. It is caused sometimes by hereditary
predisposition, but more commonly by improper food, especially
when it is moist, cooked, or inferior in quality, and to tilth and
neglect. .
Symptoms. The horse is inclined to rub his fore legs or to
strike constantly with his hind ones during the night. The skin
around the heels is heated and red, swelling will occur, and the
seat of the trouble will be covered with pustules which discharge
ill-smelling matter. The skin becomes rigid and hard and soon
cracks and is sore, ulcerated and greasy. Lameness is also pro-
duced.
Treatment. First cleanse thoroughly, using plenty of soap
and hot water. Then apply Tuttle's Elixir freely, twice daily,
for two or three days, then cleanse again with soap and hot water.
Then continue with Tuttle's Elixir and Tuttle's White Star
Liniment. Also give the Condition Powders to purify the
blood. ,
Hide Bound This is not a disease in itself, but is a condi-
tion of the skin and coat symptomatic of other disease, such as
indigestion, improper food, worms in the intestinal canal, or want
of proper exercise, etc. It may also denote an impoverished con-
dition of the blood.
Symptoms. The skin seems to lose its softness and pliability,
and seems to cling to the ribs, the animal appears despondent
and the coat appears to have a staring unthrifty appearance.
Treatment. Vigorous treatment is required. Give one-
third of a package of Tuttle's Condition Poavders every
morning and same quantity of my Worm Poavders at night
three times a week, for two weeks, then continue with the smaller
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dose until one-half dozen of each kind of powders have been used.
After three days give one quart of raw linseed oil.
Interfering This is generally due to weakness, although im-
proper shoeing is frequently the cause. Its symptoms are too
well known to need description.
Treatment. Have the foot pared so that the horse can stand
level, with the ankle joint perpendicular over second joint of
foot. Have calks on shoe low from outside quarter to toe. If
there is soreness bathe well with Tuttle's Elixir.
LaminitlS This disease consists of inflammation of the
muscles, tendons, laminae, etc., of the feet, the fore feet being
most frequently affected. It is more frequently called Founder,
and is one of the most dreadful diseases the horse is liable to. It
arises from a variety of causes, chief among which are over-
exertion, the concussion of the feet through hard galloping on the
road, drinking cold water when heated, sudden chills through
driving into cold water when the animal is over-heated, etc. It
also follows other diseases, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, etc.,
in which case it is much more severe.
Symptoms. The horse is excessively lame, moves with diffi-
culty, especially at starting, the body seems cramped, he often
stands with his hind feet set well forward and the fore feet
advanced that the pressure will come upon the heels, the toes
being elevated. In some cases the horse will lie upon his
side the legs stretched out, when great relief from his suffer-
ings is evidenced. As it is at the toe where the inflammation
is most acute, he seeks positions which will relieve that part most
from pressure.
Treatment. Give the horse plenty of bedding in a large
stall, to encourage him to lie down, thus relieving the foot very
much. Place the foot in a tub of hot water at intervals for
twenty-four hours. Alternate days place bran poultices on the
feet. At commencement of treatment give fifteen to twenty
drops of aconite on tongue. After soaking out apply Tuttle's
Elixir freely around the coronet. Treating this disease is a
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tedious matter, and will not pay unless the horse is valuable.
The horse should be fed with a fair amount of plain food.
Lymphangitis This is commonly called " Monday morn-
ing swelling/' and usually occurs in one hind leg. It is rare for
both legs to be affected, though not impossible. It usually is to
be noticed on Monday morning when the owner goes to the
stable, and results from the horse being kept in the stable without
exercise, over Sunday. Constitutional conditions may give rise
to it, also feeding with too much corn.
Symptoms. The leg is swollen enormously, the swelling reach-
ing from the foot to the groin.
Treatment. Give one ounce nitrate of potash in a pail of
water once a day till the swelling goes down. Bathe the leg
with very hot water 20 minutes, follow immediately with full
strength Elixir. Do this for two or three days, then make a
lotion of one bottle of Elixir to one quart of water, bathe twice
a day with that. Put him to work as soon as the lameness is gone.
To prevent this trouble occurring give a liberal dose of Tuttle's
American Condition Powders in big bran mush on Saturday
nio-ht. As a horse once affected is liable to become affected
again, therefore it is important to follow this treatment for pre-
vention, particularly in such cases.
Mange Often called itch, scab, etc., is a contagious disease
due to the burrowing beneath the skin of a minute parasite.
Symptoms. Intense itching which causes the horse to rub
against anything convenient. The mane and tail are particularly
affected. In most cases small supperating pimples erupt from
about the head and neck, and under the mane. The hair falls off
and leaves the skin exposed, which is red colored, and soon
becomes dry and bald.
Treatment. I have never failed to cure this trouble with the
following treatment. First clean the parts affected thoroughly,
then apply Tuttle's Elixir freely. If the mane and tail are
affected, dig the Elixir well in with the ringers, aiming to get it
under the skin. In severe cases, write for my private powders.
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One or two treatments with the Elixir will usually prove suc-
cessful, however.
fllld Fever An inflammatory affection of the outer skin,
usually of the legs, although the entire under pining as well as
the surface of the abdomen is affected. It generally prevails
during prolonged wet spells, and is caused by the irritation of
wet dirt. Often the hair and skin come off in patches ; there is
much lameness from the pain and irritation, the appetite is capri-
cious, and the general condition appears unthrifty.
Treatment. Clean thoroughly with hot water, then when
nearly dry, apply Tuttle's Elixir. Bathe later with a lotion
of one bottle of the Elixir to two quarts of water, and also apply
Tuttle's White Star Liniment. The Condition Powders
should also be given according to general directions.
Old Sores These are often troublesome, but rarely danger-
ous. They should be kept clean, bathed well with Tuttle's
Elixir, and Tuttle's White Star freely applied.
Over Reach A bruised and contused wound upon the cor-
onet or heel of the fore-foot, caused by the shoe of the hind-foot
striking.
Treatment. Bathe well with Tuttle's Elixir.
Poll Evil This consists of an ulcerous enlargement located a
few inches behind the horse's ears, on the side or sides of the
neck near the top. It is due to injury of the part by striking the
head against the beams overhead, etc.
Treatment. This is usually difficult to cure, and failure is
oftener met with than success. I have found alternate applica-
tions of Tuttle's Elixir and Tuttle's White Star Liniment
more successful than any other form of treatment.
PrOlld Flesh A name usually applied to an excessive fleshy
growth out of wounds and ulcerated surfaces.
Treatment. Should be dissected out by a veterinary, if large.
Otherwise cauterize with white hot iron, and bathe with Tittle's
Elixir and Tuttle's White Star Liniment alternately.
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Qllittor Is a fistulous wound upon the coronet, generally
inside, and caused by treads, pricks in shoeing, suppurating
corns, etc.
Symptoms. Lameness, swelling on the coronet, and a small
running sore, which is very sensitive to pressure.
Treatment. Vigorous treatment is necessary. Cut foot
away on bottom to relieve pressure on frog. Then take a white
hot iron and burn into the sore until the iron touches bottom.
This will cause no pain whatever. Next bathe with the Elixir
and apply White Star. A cure will take time, but above treat-
ment persisted in will give good results.
Sand Cracks This consists of a fissure or crack inside of
the front hoof, or on the front of the hind foot, sometimes an
inch long and at other times reaching to the coronet. It is often of
slow growth and results from blows, or from hard pulling.
Treatment. Should be burned at the top between hoof and
hair, with white hot iron. Then rivet together, closing the crack.
Apply the Elixir freely and new hoof will grow as the fissure heals.
Scratches This is an inflammation of the skin at the heel.
The skin at first presents a dry, heated and scurvy condition, and
there is redness and itching. A disordered condition of the
blood, over-feeding, neglect, filth, etc., are causes contributing to
this disease. .
Treatment. Pursue same treatment as given for Grease
Heel.
Thriish A disease of the frog, accompanied by a discharge of
fetid matter. When neglected it extends over the whole organ
and gives off a very offensive odor. It seldom occasions lame-
ness, but if neglected is liable to give serious trouble. Because
caused primarily by filth, the hind feet are most frequently
affected. It often results from the animal standing in its own
refuse, or from standing in filth of any sort, especially when
excessive moisture is present.
Symptoms. A foul odor is first noticed coming from the
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horse's foot, which, when lifted, a dirty discharge will be noticed
emanating from the frog.
Treatment. I have never failed to cure this disease, nor
need anyone if they will follow these directions. First cleanse
and dig out well with a pine stick or any blunt instrument until
it bleeds. Then lift the foot up, and while it is inverted, pour
Tuttle's Elixir into the affected part, using it freely, until the
frog is completely saturated. See that the Elixir penetrates
well to the bottom as the healing will commence there first.
Next place a sponge in the hoof covering with leather, between
hoof and shoe. Keep this sponge wet with the Elixir. See
that the horse has dry bedding, and use no grease or water after
the first cleansing.
Digestive These organs in the horse also differ in no impor-
,-v _ r. tant function from those of man. The teeth of
Organs of . . , _ .
the horse are herbisorous m construction, while
the Horse those of man are herbo-carniverous. The horse
is unable to vomit owing to a valve at the lower end of the
cesophagus which permits the return of matter from the stomach
to the mouth.
The stomach of the horse is a simple organ, small considering
the size of the animal and the length of the intestines. While
the stomach holds but about three gallons, the intestines have a
length of a trifle more than ninety feet. The stomach is
required but little during the digestive process, as the food when
properly masticated remains there but a short time, passing into
the intestinal canal when its digestion is completed. Thus the
intestines are more liable to disease than the stomach.
Easily digested food if given over-abundantly is apt to derange
the small intestines ; food containing much woody fibre, such as
over-ripe hay, rye grass, coarse straw, etc., accumulate in and
derange the large intestines, while cooked food is retained in the
stomach itself and causes distraction, inflammation, paralysis and
even rupture.
The average food of the horse is rich in starch elements, and
these are rendered soluble by a process beginning in the mouth,
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not only through their admixture with salivary secretions but by
a chemical change.
It is due to this that when the horse is fed sufficiently but not
over-abundantly with the proper quality of dry food that the
stomach is rarely affected with disease. Errors in feeding as
well as a sudden change from one kind of food to another, will
usually derange both the stomach and intestinal canal.
KEY TO CHART ON PAGE 42.
1. Mouth.
2. Pharynx.
?. (Esophagus.
4. Diaphragm.
5. Spleen.
6. Stomach (left sec.)
7. Duodenum.
8. Liver (upper extremity.)
9. Large colon.
Diseases As the majority of diseases which
10.
Cascum.
11.
Small Intestines.
12.
Floating color.
13.
Rectum.
14.
Anus.
15.
Left Kidney and its ureter,
16.
Bladder.
17.
Urethea.
the of
affect these organs are due to errors
in feeding he who would prevent
Digestive Organs them will pay careful attention to the
matter of diet. Horses thrive better upon a diet requiring
thorough mastication. The process of teething, poor teeth, and
other conditions of the teeth and mouth causing imperfect masti-
cation are contributive to digestive disturbances.
The disease of these organs commonly met with are
herein considered and reliable mode of treatment pointed out.
It is deserving of mention here that the general condition of
the organs performing the digestive process will receive neces-
sary tone and vitality through the occasioned use of Tuttle's
American Condition Powders and Tuttle's American
Worm Powders. Even if no symptons of disturbances are
present their use at intervals is recommended that the general
condition may be kept up and disease prevented.
Bots The common bot-fly attacks the horse late in the sum-
mer while the animal is grazing, and deposits its eggs on the
hairs on the inner part of the fore-legs, the shoulders, and base
of the neck. When the horse licks the part where the e^gs are
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so deposited its tongue hatches the ova. Later the maggots
stick to the tongue and in that way gain access to the stomach.
There they attach themselves to the lining where they live for
about eight months when they are realized in the form of a
chrysalis and pass out in the dung. As there is practically no
danger in their presence in the stomach no treatment is required.
Their presence cannot be determed by any reliable symptoms,
yet there are many who erroneously ascribe the symptoms of
colic to the presence of " bots." If any of our readers encoun-
ter such cases they will act wisely if they follow the directions
advised in these pages for the treatment of colic.
CollC There are two forms of this common and dangerous
disease : — Spasmodic and Flatulent. Some are inclined to speak
lightly of it and think that it is easily cured, yet probably more
horses die annually of colic than any other one disease.
Spasmodic Colic is a " spasmodic contraction of the muscular
coats of the intestines, due to improper food, sudden changes of
diet, and exhaustion from overwork, particularly if associated
with long fasting." Driving into the water or drinking cold
water when heated, constipation, and constant feeding of same
kind of food are among other causes. Because this disease is
liable to run on to inflammation of the bowels, and cause speedy
death it should receive prompt attention.
Symptoms. The horse is suddenly attacked with severe pains,
he paws, kicks at his belly at each spasm of pain, looks around
at his flanks, lies down, rolls about, struggles violently and sweats
profusely. There is great danger in the horse rupturing the
intestines when thrusting himself against the side of the stall or
to the ground. In case this happens nothing can save the horse
as death will result quickly.
Treatment. In thirty-five years' experience I have never
heard of a case of colic that would not yield to this treatment,
except where a blood vessel had burst, the gut had become tied
up, or rupture had occurred. Give the horse plenty of room, and
drench with two ounces (or one-third bottle) of Tuttle's Elixir
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in one-half pint of water. Apply the balance of the bottle to the
kidneys, back of fore shoulder, on the lung. If the horse does
not become quiet in half an hour repeat .treatment. As soon as
the animal quiets down he may be safely left. I will guarantee
this treatment to cure as above or will refund the money.
Flatulent CollC This is a much more dangerous disease
than spasmodic colic, because of liability to rupture to the bowels.
Weakness of digestion is a cause, but the more common cause is
the feeding of food which easily ferments, such as raw potatoes,
green clover, wheat, corn, boiled food, etc. If the horse is
worked immediately after feeding and watering this disease fre-
quently results.
Symptoms. In this form of colic the expression of pain is
similar at its commencement in some particulars to the spasmodic
form. The belly or abdomen become inflated with gas, usually
in severe cases to an enormous extent. Pain is not so acute as
in spasmodic colic but is more constant.
Treatment. Treat same as for Spasmodic colic, adding one-
half cup of soda to the Elixir and water.
Constipation In the horse, as well as in human beings,
constipation is to be promptly attended to and corrected as
quickly as possible, without forcing matters too rapidly. Numer-
ous diseases may result from it, or it may follow as the result of
others. Its character cannot easily be determined by the ordinary
observer to whom the following treatment is suggested with the
advice that it be begun promptly. Large and repeated doses of
strong cathartics are to be avoided.
Treatment. Give Tuttle's American Condition Pow-
ders in the morning, and the Worm Powders at night, one-
third of a package of each for one week, or three times each.
Debility This is a condition which accompanies many dis-
eases. It may be either temporary or permanent. It is often a
condition which remains after a previous disease has been cured.
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Insufficient and poor food, neglect, cold and dampness, are
causes. Careful attention should be given at once.
Symptoms. Are usually easily discerned. The horse is very
weak, has a staggering gait, is inert and listless, evinces no spirit
or ambition, and is generally run down in appearance.
Treatment. Give Tuttle's American Condition Pow-
ders, one-sixth of a package every morning, and the Worm
Powders, one-third of a package every other night, until one-
half a dozen packages of each have been given.
Diabetes An excessive discharge of urine is the most notic-
able characteristic of this disease. The horse is exceedingly
thirsty, loses flesh rapidly, and soon becomes greatly debilitated.
Poor food is primarily a cause, but it is more often due to
derangement of the stomach and other digestive organs. It is
sometimes premonitory to farcy or glanders, or it may precede a
breaking up of the tissues of the body.
Symptons. In addition to excessive urination, great thirst,
etc., the mouth gives off a sour odor, the appetite is depraved,
the animal preferring unclean food and water, and often licks the
walls to his stall and manger.
Treatment. This is a dangerous disease, and difficult to cure.
The animal should have good feed and good care. Give the
Worm and the Condition Powders as directed for Debility, and
sweat the back with Tuttle's Elixir. Use one ounce of Oil of
Bucu, one teaspoonful each day, till used.
Diarrhoea This is a simple purging from the bowels of fluid or
semi-fluid discharges. It is often a natural effort to discharge from
the intestines something injurious to them or the general system.
It is often induced from sudden changes in diet, worms, diseases
of the liver, and by drinking too much water when the horse is
overheated. Some horses are more subject to this trouble than
others, owing to anatomical formation.
Symptoms. Easily discernable. If the trouble exists long,
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the horse loses appetite and flesh, and dropsy, farcy, or glanders
may result.
Treatment. Commence by giving the Condition Powders
freely, and feed a little corn for a while. This will correct the
trouble in a short time and prevent other consequences.
Dropsy There are several species of this disease which effect
the legs, abdomen and chest. It is due to bad management, con-
stitutional deficiencies, neglect, liver diseases, cold, filth, etc.
Symptoms. Denoted by enlargement of the parts effected,
such as the abdomen, sheath, legs, etc. These enlargements are
caused by a gathering of fluid, and vary in extent. Weakness,
irregularity of the bowels, general debility also indicate the
disease.
Treatment. In its severe form it is a very dangerous disease
and difficult to cure. The following will usually give good results :
Bathe the parts affected with a lotion composed of one bottle
of Tuttle's Elixir to two quarts of water, and puncture with a
sharp instrument ; give bran mashes, and at beginning of treat-
ment one quart of linseed oil as a cathartic.
Dysentery Owing to the length of the intestines in the
horse, this, as well as any other disease affecting them, is a serious
affair. It is inflammatory in character, and may be either acute
or chronic. It is not so common in horses as in other domestic
animals. The horse is more commonly affected by acute diar-
rhoea, which is to a slight extent similar to dysentery.
Symptoms. Excessive discharge, semi-fluid in character, and
as the disease progresses, this excrement contains blood and
mucous matter. There is pain in the abdomen, much staining
and irritation of the rectum and anus, which appear sore and red.
In the end ulceration about the anus appears, the discharges
become involuntary and soon death results.
Treatment. Give two ounces of Tuttle's Elixir in a pint
of water for three or four days. Follow with Tuttle's Condi-
tion Powders. Keep the stable clean and give the horse good
care.
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Jaundice This is not exactly a.disease in itself, but is rather
a symptom of various diseases, which chiefly effect the liver. It
may also arise from some cause obstructing the flow of bile into
the intestinal canal, and in such a case is not associated with dis-
eases of the liver. The tissues of the body in jaundice appear
yellow in appearance, the horse has a dull, heavy look, the
appetite is poor, and constipation exists.
Treatment. Drench with lotion of one-third bottle of Tut-
tle's Elixir to a pint of water, change the food to bran mashes
or cut grass and give the Condition Powders and Worm Pow-
ders as directed on box.
LOSS of Appetite This is a symptom accompanying many
diseases but it also frequently is due to a simple stomachic distur-
bance which renders the animal to become " off his feed," as it is
often called. It should receive attention as more or less serious
digestive trouble may result.
Treatment. First give a quart of linseed oil to move the
bowels freely. Next give one ounce Tuttle's Elixir with a
tablespoonful of soda and tablespoonful of salt, in pint of water.
Repeat for three mornings. Then give the Condition Powders
and the Worm Powders to build up general condition.
Sore jTlOUth Is a disease that should receive prompt atten-
tion as the horse is liable to suffer from Tack of nourishment.
Symptoms. Small, puffy swellings appear in the mouth, and
the horse takes food with difficulty.
Treatment. Swab out the mouth with a lotion of Tuttle's
Elixir, one bottle to two quarts of water. Also wash mouth
well with a strong solution of alum.
Worms There are several varieties of worms which infest
the stomach and bowels of the horse, sometimes in large numbers,
and often productive of serious disturbances. They debilitate
the animal, and should be gotten rid of speedily.
TAPE WT>RMS. These usually effect young animals and
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are often caused by starving the mare when with foal. Their
presence is evidenced by ravenous appetite, unhealthy coat, fetid
breath, thin body, checked development, long legs, large head,
etc. The animal often rubs its nose violently against the wall
and pick and bites its own hair.
Treatment. Feed bran mashes in small quantities two or
three days. Then give one-third of a package of Worm Pow-
ders and one-sixth of a package of Tuttle's Condition Pow-
ders, the first every other night, the other each morning for one
week. Then give one quart raw linseed oil, after which give
smaller doses until one-half dozen packages of each have been
given.
ROUND WORMS, ETC. These worms infest the stomach
and intestines, render the horse poor and hide-bound, subject to
colic, generally weak and listless and often pot-bellied. Constant
feeding on coarse food, neglect, etc., are causes for the animal
being affected. These worms are often twelve inches long.
Treatment. Same as for tape worms.
PIN WORMS. This is a small, lively, needle-like worm
which infests the rectum. They cause intense itching and lead
the horse to rub its tail violently against the wall.
Treatment. Same as for tape Avorms.
Circulatory In this as well as in practically all other sys-
tems and organs of the horse the functions and
oyStem Ot character are similar to those of man. The
a - u circulatory system consists of the heart, arteries
and veins, and performs important functions,
which consist primarily of sending and carrying the vital fluid —
the blood — to and through the other organs and parts of the
animal.
The pulsations, which are felt easiest at the jaw or on the
inner side of the fore legs, are due to a vibratory movement of
the blood, and their fluctuation of movement are, when irregular,
symptomatic of various diseases.
The pulse of the healthy horse beats about forty times per
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51
minute, yet a variation of five pulsations either way is not indica-
tive of other than a healthy condition.
The frequency of the pulse movements, their regularity or
irregularity, depends on the heart, and this indispensable organ
regulates to no inconsiderable measure the healthy condition of
the horse.
The arteries are possessed of a certain tone on which their
healthy firmness depends. They are practically not susceptible
to disease although it is not impossible for them to become
affected.
The heart is practically the sole organ of the circulatory sys-
tem, and this organ, though not as often affected in the horse as
in man, is, nevertheless, subject to a number of diseases difficult of
diagnosis, and dangerous in results.
Heart — right ventricle.
Heart— left ventricle.
Heart — left auricle.
Pulmonary artery.
Pulmonary veins.
Anterior aorta.
Common carotid artery.
External maxillary artery.
Left axillary artery.
Dorsal artery.
Superior cervical artery.
Vertebral artery.
Humeral artery.
Radial artery.
Collateral of the cannon.
Coronary branch.
Posterior aorta.
18. Cardiac trunk, distributed to the
stomach.
19. Mesenteric vessels.
20. Renal artery.
21. Spermatic artery.
22. Posterior vena cava.
23. Venae portae.
24. External iliae artery.
25. Internal iliae artery.
26. Subsacral artery.
27. Femoral artery.
28. Posterior tibial artery.
29. Digital artery.
30. Veinous network of the foot.
31. Veins of the leg.
33. Jugular vein.
Circulatory
Diseases Of the The heart, in the horse, while less liable
to disease than in man, is still not infre-
quently attacked, and these attacks, while
System not invariably dangerous, yet are liable
and often do result fatally.
Any extended descriptions of these diseases and their symp-
toms, treatment, etc., cannot be given in a work of the size and
scope of this book, and consequently mention of them herein will
be exceedingly brief.
The heart of the horse is subject principally to such diseases as
Functional Derangement, Perienditis, or inflammation of the
membrane inclosing the heart, Endocarditis, or inflammation of the
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membrane lining the cavities of the heart, tumors, parasitis,
growths, misplacement, etc.
Tuttle's American Condition Powders are excellent to
prevent affections of this system.
The The functions performed by these organs, which
P rre>+r»r consist principally of the skin, liver, kidneys and
^ lungs, is the removal from the body of hurtful
System and poisonous substances produced by the wear
of the tissues. Carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen are the principal
substances it is the duty of these organs to get out of the body.
The lungs pass away the carbon as carbonic acid in its exhala-
tions ; the liver also assists in carrying away the carbon as well
as hydrogen, while the nitrogen is chiefly passed away by the
kidneys in the form of urea.
It is a demon stratable fact that the prompt removal of these
substances it completely essential to health ; even more so than
food. Life can support itself with little food for a longer time
than it can when any of the excretory functions are completely
suppressed.
A careful investigation of the nature and functions of the
excretory organs is worthy of the time spent in making it.
A few points to remember are, That vigorous exercise causes
the animal tissues to rapidly disintegrate, thus increasing the
activity and duties of the organs excretion, while if this exercise be
excessive, the lungs and skin are stimulated to their utmost, the
heat of the body is largely increased. Should this heat be sud-
denly lowered through exposure to draughts of cool air, the pores
of the skin and membranes of the lungs become conjested, and
consequently unable to properly perform their functions. The
ordinary lotion of Tuttle's Elixir and water should be used
frequently to keep the skin clean.
High feeding with lack of exercise occasions an abnormal
action of the liver and kidneys in their efforts to remove the per-
nicious matter that accumulates, and derangement of their func-
tions results. These organs will receive benefit from occasional
doses of Tuttle's American Condition Powders.
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The The functions of these organs are similar to
Respiratory th0Se In mai1' consistin£ of the carrying of air
^ into the lungs where a chemical action is per-
Organs formed upon the blood and the expiration of
the air particles not used in this chemical process.
The respiratory organs therefore consist of the various air pass-
ages and the lungs, and are peculiarly susceptible to various and
often dangerous diseases.
The respiratory movements, which are symptomatic not only
of diseases of the respiratory organs, but of other affections as
well, can be best studied by listening to their sounds by means of
the ear applied to the surface of the body at the chest, or along
the under surface of the neck.
These movements " may be quickened, difficult or laborious,
wheezing, roaring, sterterous, spasmodic or convulsive, irregular,
slow, thoracic or abdominal ; and be attended with such signs as
sneezing, coughing, sighing or yawning. The breath may be
hot, as in pneumonia, fever, etc., and cool or cold, as in cases of
great prostration ; fetid, as in gangrene and abcesses of the
lungs, or in nasal gleet arising from diseased bones or teeth. The
matters discharged from the air passages are also signs of great
value, as blood, pus, mucus, or a mixture of them ail."
The exact conditions of which these various respiratory move-
ments are indicative cannot be detailed in a work of this extent
although certain of the symptoms will be found contained in the
descriptions of various diseases throughout this book.
Bronchitis Is a disease characterized by an inflammation of
the bronchial tubes or air passages of the lungs, and generally
extends up along the windpipe. It is a common disease, and
certainly dangerous. It is caused generally by exposure to cold,
or may result from catarrh, particularly if the animal be neglected.
Symptoms. As the disease develops, a loud hoarse cough
characterizes it. The cough comes on in spells, the pulse
quickens, feverish symptoms are present, the breathing is labored,
not painful, but short and quick, ropey saliva tills the mouth, the
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animal is generally thirst}7, listless and dull, and after one or two
days the nostrils discharge.
Treatment. Give Tuttle's American Condition Powders
freely to tone up the system and apply Tuttle's Elixir along
the course of the windpipe. This will generally break up the
disease and effect a cure.
Catarrh This is a disease affecting the nasal passages, and is
caused by exposure to colds, sudden weather changes, hot and
poorly ventilated stables, and by sudden cooling off after active
exercise. It is also very liable to occur during the process of
changing the coat when the system is more open to attacks of
cold.
Symptoms. Catarrh is indicated by sneezing, running from
the eyes, often a slight discharge from the nostrils, at first thin
and colorless, but as the disease progresses changing to turbid,
yellowish white, and profuse. Fever, dullness and debility are
present.
Treatment. S}Tringe a solution of Tuttle's Elixir, one
quart of water to one bottle of the Elixir into the nasal passages.
Steam out the head occasionally by allowing horse to inhale
steam from one-half pail of hot water, in which halt a bottle of
the Elixir has been jjoured. Also bathe the nose outside from
the eyes to the nostrils with Tuttle's Elixir, full strength.
Cough Is a violent spasmodic action usually involuntary and
for the purpose of removing some source of irritation from the
lungs, air passages or throat. It is often indicative of other
diseases. Such varieties of cough as may be termed moist, dry,
shut, hacking, violent, spasmodic and broken-winded, affect the
horse.
Moist cough is present with bronchitis, catarrh, and similar
diseases.
Dry cough accompanies catarrh in its early stages, pleurisy,
indigestion, worms, consumption, heaves, teething, etc.
Treatment. Bathe the throat well with Tuttle's Elixir
and syringe a lotion of one bottle of the Elixir to two quarts of
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water into the throat. Also give the Condition Powders every
morning.
Difficult Breathing A symptom of importance indicat-
ing various diseases. In such diseases as pleurisy, or inflamma-
tion of the lungs many conditions exist which tend to make the
breathing labored. As certain diseases of which this is a symp-
tom are often seriously aggravated and a tendency to fatal ter-
mination is caused it is important to overcome this trouble as
speedily as possible.
Treatment. Apply Tuttle's Elixir freely on the lungs.
Give fifteen drops belladonna at intervals of half an hour until
relieved.
Epizootic A term applied to a variety of diseases, such as
Influenza or Catarrhal Fever, Pink Eye, etc., which see.
Epizootic diseases have a tendency to spread rapidly, attacking
many animals at the same time, causing death in many, and leav-
ing the others in bad condition. Their attack is abrupt, and is
characterized by debility, decreased appetite, stupor, constipation
high-colored and scanty urine, cracking joints, jJulse weak, vet
faster than normal. The horse is disinclined to move, and is often
troubled with a deep, painful cough. A discharge usually exudes
from the nose, and is of a white greenish or yellow hue. The
special diseases of an epizootic character as mentioned above
should be looked up as they describe more specifically the symp-
toms which denote the disease.
Treatment. Bathe the outside of throat freely with Tuttle's
Elixir, full strength. Syringe throat inside with lotion of one
bottle Elixir to two quarts of water. Also give Tuttle's
American Condition Powders.
Farcy This is a contagious disease, being practically the same
as Glanders (which see) both as to cause and termination.
While Farcy and Glanders are practically one and the same dis-
ease, the former more frequently develops spontaneously. The
fatit also that mild attacks of Farcy may be cured leads some to
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suppose erroneously that it is a separate disease. It has been
proved however that they are identical.
Symptoms. The symptoms noticeable in mild cases are round,
hard blotches, which appear on the inside of the thighs, and along
the neck. If not checked, the legs swell to a very large size, the
nose becomes swollen, foul smelling ulcers appear on the legs and
discharge an unhealthy fluid, and the nose discharges very offen-
sive matter.
Treatment. It is useless to attempt to treat this disease.
It is best to kill the animal at once.
Glanders This is a particularly malignant, contagious dis-
ease, and always results fatally. It frequently succeeds nasal
gleet, but more commonly is communicated by inoculation. It
is a disease of temperate climes, rarely being found in hot or very
cold countries. Its remote causes are probably various debilita-
tory influences, such as old age, bad food, exhausting diseases,
cold, wet, filth, etc.
This disease is of so deadly and contagious a character, and
one that may enter the human system through abrasions of the
skin, causing the death of the person so inoculated that it is safest,
unless the animal can immediately be sent to a veterinary hos-
pital, to shoot it.
Symptoms. In early stages symptoms are similiar to those
of nasal gleet, but the nasal discharge in chronic glanders is of a
starchy or glue-like appearance. It has an offensive odor and
adheres to the nostrils, where it dries and accumulates. Except
in Acute Glanders, the disease may be latent for a long period,
and the horse work well, and the symptoms may be so slight as
to baffle even the experienced physician. It is best, therefore if
the disease is suspected of having attacked the horse to consult
medical authority at once.
Treatment. There is none that I can recommend. Glanders
is such a dangerous disease to treat, owing to the fact that it can
be easily communicated to men, that it is advisable not to attempt
treatment, but to have the animal shot without delay. Disinfect
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the stable by burning sulphur, and wash all mangers with a strong
solution of carbolic acid.
Heaves This disease bears a rather close resemblance in some
of its symptoms with those of Asthma. Like Asthma it is albO
due to errors in feeding. It consists of rupture and enlargement
of the air-cells or the lungs. Horses affected with Heaves are
generally heavy feeders and are usually such as are fed on enor-
mous quantities of hay and coarse food.
Symptoms. The intensity of this disease varies. In some
horses they are so slight that an expert can scracely detect them
while m others the animal breathes with extreme difficulty, even
when not undergoing exercise. The flanks usually jerk peculiarly
in breathing, and there is often a suppressed consumptive cough.
Treatment. Give little if any hay, and give water carefully.
Do not put to work at once after watering and feeding. Steam
out the head as directed for Catarrh, and give Tuttle's Ameri-
can Condition Powders every morning for several weeks. T7*e
Fowler's Solution as directed on bottle. This can be had at any
drug store.
ItlfluenZR An Epizootic disease, epidemic in character,
usually occurring in the Spring or Fall of the year. Is not usually
fatal when properly treated, but old, over- worked and poorly
constituted horses often succumb.
Symptoms. The coat is dry and staring, the legs, ears and
nose are cold, slight fever, sneezing, hacking cough, discharge of
mucus from one or both nostrils, the eyes are heavy and tears
often flow over the face. The animal loses appetite, is greatly
prostrated and loses strength. Often on the legs, belly, breast,
etc., appear swellings of a dropsical appearance. These, however,
disappear easily as the patient gains strength.
Treatment. Same as for Epizootic.
Lam pas A swelling or baggy projection of the palate behind
the front teeth, often extending below the teeth and sore and
tender and sensitive to touch.
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Symptoms. In addition to appearance of mouth the horse is
unable to eat, the food dropping out when the animal attempts
to chew it.
Treatment. Add a tablespoonful of saltpetre to each pailful
of water given the horse to drink. If the swellings are particu-
larly troublesome prick them with the point of a knife. Feed
bran mashes and give Tuttle's American Condition Pow-
ders every morning for a couple of weeks.
Laryngitis This consists of inflammation of the membrane
which lines the larynx, which is situated at the top of the wind-
pipe, directly beneath the pharynx. It is a not uncommon dis-
order and is dangerous, as it is often quickly fatal. When the
inflammation is acute, mucus forms and gathers rapidly upon the
membrane, causing the death of the animal from suffocation.
Symptoms. Breathing is difficult, the nose discharges, hoarse-
ness is often manifest, the legs and ears are cold, the body is
covered with sweat, the horse frequently stamps with his feet,
particularly with the fore ones, and his face bears an anxious and
distressed expression. A sore throat is often a preliminary symp-
tom, and where neglected the disease in all its malignity soon
appears.
Treatment. Steam the head out as directed for Catarrh and
bathe the sides of the throat well with Tuttle's Elixir. In
the acute form any ordinary treatment will rarely be of any avail,
although the operation of tracheotoring performed by a skillful
veterinary surgeon often proves successful.
Nasal Qleet This disease consists of a chronic discharge of
mucus from the nose. It is generalty caused by catarrhal inflam-
mation, neglected catarrh, general neglect, etc. It should receive
treatment at once as it is sometimes the forerunner of serious dis-
eases, such as glanders, etc.
Treatment. Follow the same directions as given for catarrh.
Pink Eye This is an epidemic disease, epizootic in character,
and practically a species of influenza. Its contributory causes are
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similar to those of influenza and other diseases of this character.
Symptoms. Fever and dulness mark the beginning of the
disease. The eyelids become swollen, the eyes discharge tears,
and there is much pain in the limbs. The eyes look reddish,
particularly in the corners, are sensitive to light, and often fill up
with pus. There is more or less discharge from the nostrils, and
there is often a loud cough, at first dry, but often becoming
moist, although there is an absence of pulmonary complications.
The appetite is poor, tongue foul, urine scanty, bowels constipated,
and the horse swallows with difficulty. The horse early loses
strength, and the hind legs become much swollen.
Treatment. It is important that the horse be built up and
strengthened by pure air, proper nourishment and good care.
Put the sick animal in a clean, well-ventilated and roomy box
stall, and see that he has a good clean bed of straw. In cold
weather blanket well, and feed with bran mashes at first. Follow
the same medical treatment as advised for Epizootic.
Pllierisy This is inflammation, partial or general, of the
membrane which covers the lungs and lines the chest. The
causes are similar to those of other diseases of the respiratory
organs.
Symptoms. These differ from those of pneumonia, mainly in
that the breath is not so short nor so quick, and that there is a
tenderness to the touch in the side. A chill manifested by a star-
ing coat and coldness of the surface of the body mark the disease
at its outset. Signs of pain follow, often very severe and similar
to those in colic. The horse paws, and perhaps lies down. He
eventually becomes sore and stiff, and dreads to be touched on
the effected side. A short, dry cough is usually present.
Treatment. Bathe the chest and lungs thoroughly with
Tuttle's Elixir, full strength. Protect the animal from draughts
or chills. The Elixir will keep up the circulation and prevent
internal congestion and inflammation. Give the Condition Pow-
ders every morning for several weeks.
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Pneumonia This disease consists of inflammation of the
substance of the lungs, instead of the air passages as in bronchitis.
It is commonly known as lung fever, and is often fatal. It is a
very serious disease in all cases and requires careful attention.
Its causes are similar to those that occasion bronchitis, laryngitis,
etc. A slight cold contracted by a horse kept in a draughty
stable nearly always leads to pneumonia.
Symptoms. A shivering fit is frequently first noticed and for
this shivering there is no apparent cause, as it may occur on a
very hot day or in a warm stable. Dulness follows, the pulse
quickens, there is a dull, dry cough, the extremities are cold and
the nose discharges. The animal does not lie down, but if loose,
will wander about, and occasionally eat a mouthful of food. In
the last stages the animal will stand with limbs outstretched and
head protruded. The fever usually continues from five to eight
days when the crisis is reached.
Treatment. Take and keep all dry feed away from the horse
during this disease. Drench with two ounces of Tuttle's Elixir
in a pint of water. Apply the Elixir full strength to the outside
of the lungs or chest and sides. Give two drachms of Ammonia
Carbonates twice a day, and Fenner Drops, one or two as directed.
If the horse will drink it, give plenty of milk to drink. Plenty
of fresh air, without draughts is absolutely essential. Feed light
as the horse begins to recover.
Sore Throat This affection should receive prompt attention
as it is often the forerunner of a more serious disease, particularly
of laryngitis, etc. At the time of shedding the coat the horse is
most susceptible to this trouble, but it may ensue at any time
from changes in the weather, chills, exposure to stormy weather,
etc. The main symptom is an inability to swallow.
Treatment. Follow the treatment given for Laryngitis.
Strangles A species of glandular inflammation often called
horse-distemper, colt-distemper, horse-ail, etc. It effects young
horses mainly, and resembles somewhat the mumps in children.
The causes of this disease are very obscure, yet are thought by
mam' to be associated with the cutting of the teeth.
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Symptoms. The animal is dull, has a slight cough, some sore-
ness of throat, is disinclined to eat, the glands below the ears and
between the jaws become swollen, general unthriftiness is exhib-
ited, difficulty of breathing, etc.
Treatment. Drench with solution of one ounce of Tuttle's
Elixir in one pint of water, and apply the Elixir, full strength,
to the outside of the affected glands. Give Tuttle's American
Condition Powders and Worm Powders as directed on the
packages. This treatment will be found particularly successful.
In the next several pages I will discuss certain common con-
ditions and diseases which might perhaps be more properly con-
sidered under other heading, but which I have gathered under
this general head more particularly for convenience, and that they
may be more readily consulted and understood.
Lameness To this question the greatest ■ importance should
be attached. Lameness, in some of its numerous varieties, is often
met with by the horse owner. Rarely is a horse free from lame-
ness of some sort at some period of his life, and the detection of
the seat or source thereof has ever been a vexed question. It is
now happily and easily solved, however, and the discovery of the
seat of the affection becomes a simple matter when the agency of
Tuttle's Elixir is employed.
It is a striking property of this preparation that it will immed-
iately detect lameness.
.The process is simple. Freely apply the Elixir to the part
suspected of affection. The seat of the lameness will be detected
at once by the Elixir taking hold like a blister and remaining
moist upon the part affected while the rest dries out.
When these directions are followed there will be no difficulty
in finding out the limb in which the horse is lame.
Lameness is not a disease of itself but is rather a sign of dis-
ease. It is generally the manifestation of pain, weakness,
inability, or impediment. It does not accompany all diseases of
the limbs, as wounds, ulcers, bony deposits, or tumors may
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exist without any lameness, but where there is any signs of lame-
ness there is usually disease present.
The more common forms of lameness and the diseased condi-
tions causing it are described in detail.
The lameness caused by Sprains, Splints, Sore Shins, King
Bone, Spavins, Varicular Disease, etc., are described elsewhere.
Shoulder Lameness This may arise from a variety of
causes, such as sprains, rheumatism, fracture, liver disease, etc.
It usually effects the shoulder joint, and its exact location is often
more or less obscure. Lameness which is located in the foot is
often mistaken for shoulder lameness and vice-versa.
Symptoms. Shoulder lameness is evidenced in the gait of the
horse. He does not carry his limb straight forward, but with a
sort of rotary movement, the limb being thrown outwards, and
brought forward with a sweep. In some cases the toe of the
foot is dragged along the ground. Pain, heat and swelling are
present.
Treatment. Bathe freely and persistently with Tuttle's
Elixir, applying all the hair will hold, morning and night. Do
not rub the Elixir in.
Speedy Cut This is an injury to the region of the carpus,
or wrist, and often occasions lameness. It is caused by the horse
striking his leg with the opposite foot.
Symptoms. The skin becomes inflamed and swollen, pus
forms in the part, and there is lameness and often much fever.
Treatment. Bathe freely with Tuttle's Elixir, night and
morning, until the inflammation subsides. See that the shoe or
hoof do not project inwardly too far.
StifIe=Joint Lameness This condition is not uncom-
mon, and usually arises from accidents, sprains of the fetlock,
nail in the foot, etc. In its more common form the trouble is
located within the joint proper. In rarer instances the patella or
stifle bone becomes displaced.
Symptoms. The limb is generally bent when the animal
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stands, but when made to run usually extends the foot in a rigid
state, and the heel of the foot touches the ground first. There is
considerable lameness, heat about the joint and much tenderness
on pressure. When the patella is displaced it will be noticed
protruding on the outside of the thigh and should be pushed back
into plaoe. This may be done by standing by the quarters and
pushing the dislocated patella inward with both hands while an
assistant simultaneously hold up and pulls the foot forward.
Treatment. After the patella has been replaced or in the
more common cases where the patella was not displaced, proceed
as directed for Shoulder Lameness.
Hip= Joint Lameness This is of rare occurrence, and
generally effects young horses, as a result of hereditary taint, but
may result from rheumatism in older horses. It is indicated
usually by a dragging and swaying motion of the limb forward,
and outward, and considerable heat will be found over the joint.
There is often lameness in the hip, not affecting the joint, and
this condition, resulting from sprains, bruises, falls, etc., is known
as hip surency. (See Atrophy.)
Treatment. Proceed as directed for Shoulder Lameness.
Special Notice
CASTRATION.
This operation is usually difficult, delicate and often dangerous,
and is generally performed when the animal is about one or two
years old, although I have operated on them when 15 years old,
and when the weather is neither too hot nor too cold, although
with care, it could be done at any time.
So far as I know the procedure of all Veterinary Surgeons,
except myself and my son H. A. Tuttle, V. S., is to throw the
animal.
I Perform the Operation While The Horse Is Standing, and
With only a Simple Twist upon His Nose.
By my method there is no throwing and its consequences, no
broken backs, no spinal troubles, no broken bones, and no strained
tendons.
I have performed hundreds of operations and never lost a case
nor had any injurious effects follow the operation.
Write me for further particulars. It will be worth your while.
Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
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We refer to the following gentlemen whose horses Dr. S. A.
Tuttle has castrated :
J. J. Bowen, Mystic Park, Medford.
L. J. & R. M. Sturtevant, Somerville.
J. H. Richardson, Andover.
John R. Farnham, Waltham.
Dr. J. W. Willis, Waltham.
Dr. H. X. Allin, Waltham.
M. S. Drinkwater, East Braintree.
Joshua Wilkins, East Braintree.
H. M. Whitney, Cohasset.
W. C. Chandler, Plymouth.
W. C. Wright, Duxbury.
J. H. Nay, Readville.
Bither & Conley, Readville.
James Campbell, Boston.
E. I). Wiggin, Boston.
John Winch of Winch Bros., Boston.
J. H. May, Boston.
J. M. Forbes, owner of Arion, Boston.
W. A. Skinner, Lawrence.
J. S. Sanborn, Lewiston Junction, Me., of the firm of Chase
& Sanborn.
M. E. Sturgis, Victoria Club Stables, 15 West 32d Street,
New York City.
L. M. Phillips, Swampscott.
J. B. Witham, Marblehead.
As students of Farmer Miles, we make the Castration of Ridge -
lings a specialty, under the " Farmer Miles System. "
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Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co.
AS A LEG AND BODY WASH
NOTHING EQUALS TUTTLE'S ELIXIR.
For a leg and body wash for Runners, Roadsters and Trotters,
Tuttle's Elixik stands supreme.
A bottle of Tuttle's Elixir to one gallon of water is the
usual proportion. With this bathe the entire body of the animal
and blanket immediately. Prepare a lotion of one bottle of the
Elixir to two quarts of water and bathe the legs with this, then
bandage lightly, with dry bandages.
When Tuttle's Elixir is thus used as a leg and body wash
it becomes invaluable. It prevents inflammation, chills and con-
gestion, and will keep the muscles firm and elastic and prevent
them from becoming stiff and sore. It keeps the horse in the
best of muscular condition.
Important Tuttle's Elixir used on Racing Horses as a
in Ownpr* "^e^ anc* ^°^y Wash is a better Speed Producer
than any Electric or other contrivance known.
of Racers It should be used between heats and after the
race as directed. It will not blister when used as directed above
but will positively keep the horse in the best condition, ward off
chills, etc., and keep the muscles from becoming sore and stiff.
If you are a bit skeptical about what it will do read the testi-
monial of Mr. J. H. Nay of the Readville (Mass.) Trotting Park,
on page 66.
OF VITAL IHPORTANCE.
As prevention of disease is a great desiration, the following
point is of special value. When a horse comes into the stable
in a heated condition, after hard driving, etc., he is particularly
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susceptible to chills, etc. In fact many dangerous diseases origi-
nate from a sudden chill received in this way.
Give the horse when he returns in this condition a single dose,
consisting of one-sixth of a bottle in a half-pint of water, of
Tuttle's Elixir, and it will prevent chills, congestion, pneu-
monia, etc. Bathe the horse with the lotion of Tuttle's Elixir
and water, and blanket at once without stopping to rub out.
These directions are important. Do not fail to follow them.
Readville Trotting Park, Mass., March 23, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, V. S., Dear Sir.— I have used your Elixir for the past
ten years, in the diluted form, for a leg audbody wash. I consider it the
best wash for keeping horses from soring up. Horses done up with this
wash are much less liable to take cold than when done up with witch
hazel or any other wash I ever used. J. H. NAY.
Bristol, Conn., June 5, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have trained track and road horses for
35 years, and have used everything for leg and body wash that could be
used, and pardon me right here for not recommending Elixir to every
owner, trainer and driver in the world, by far the most wonderful remedy
for ailments of the horse, and for a leg and body wash it has no equal.
I have used and sold over 500 bottles and I know whereof I speak. No
man should be without it in his house or barn. One bottle will convince
any trainer if he will use it that there is nothing like it.
Most truly yours, H. T. WHITE.
Readville Trotting Park, Mass., Feb. 22, 1884.
D. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have always been prejudiced against all
patent medicines and liniments after trying them all on my knee, that I
threw out of joint three years ago; and it has troubled me all the time
since, until last summer, when you gave me the Elixir to use on our horse,
and it done him so much good that I thought I would try some on my
knee. T had made a misstep, and it pained me so that I could not stand
on it and supposed I was used up for two or three days. I got to the
house and went for it with Elixir, and in a short time I thought I had
Elixir all over me, inside and out. If I could have got hold of you just
then you would have wanted some Elixir to use. But it was all right; I
went to the stable as usual the next morning, and have been there ever
since. Elixir was what did it. I have taken off curbs that have been
blistered three times without effect. I have been driving a horse three weeks
that had a bad knee which one of our best veterinary surgeons of Boston
blistered three times and gave up, saying he was not worth a dollar. I
must say this horse could not bend his knee when I commenced using the
Elixir, and I would not have given ten dollars for him, but I would like
to give thirty times ten for him to-day ; so you can go on making Elixir,
for I want nothing less than a dozen bottles on hand in my stable all the
time. Yours truly, J. H. NAY.
P. S. Send me a dozen at once.
A Sound Horse.
Theoretical soundness rarely, if ever exists. This being the
case we have to be contented with " practical soundness," which
is the nearest approach to a perfectly sound horse.
A sound horse is one that is free from all disease and has noth-
ing about him that interferes or is likely to interfere with his
usefulness, or deprecates his value.
As practical soundness is what we have to deal with in exam-
ining a horse it must appear first, that he is free from all disease
that renders him unable to do his kind of work as a sound horse
should.
2. That certain conditions are not present which, in a longer
or shorter time, may render him unfit to do the work of a sound
horse.
3. That nothing exists that tends to deprecate the value of
the animal as compared to a sound horse.
How is it best to proceed to examine the animal? We must
bear in mind that a horse may be temporarily unsound or per-
manently unsound.
Temporary unsoundness may include certain diseases, of which,
after the animal has recovered, little or no trace remains ; it also
includes certain forms of lameness, as interfering, slight sprains,
etc., which subside in a short while. In examination it is neces-
sary to look for disease, malformations, etc., and not for
soundness.
The horse to be examined should be seen, first, at rest, in and
out of the stall ; second, in motion, both when warmed up and
when cooled off (that is, examined in motion while hot and also
when cold.)
Ascertain how the animal feeds — while at rest in the stall ; if
he cribs, sucks wind or weaves. Notice his position of standing
and watch him while backing out of the stall, to see whether
there is dragging of the feet, or other peculiar actions.
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On the floor have nothing on but a halter. Take a general
glance at the animal, noting the position of the extremities, color,
size, and general outline. Then proceed to examine, part by
part, commencing at the head, not forgetting to compare one side
with the other as the examination progresses.
In examining the head and the shape, the conditions of the
bones of the face, the shape and condition of the eyes, the pupils,
the ears, the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity (noting the
color and looking for ulceration, growths, etc.) ; then examine
the contents of the mouth, the age, shape, size and wearing surfaces
of the teeth, and examine the bars for fractures ; and then pass
to the intermaxillary space, feeling the pulse, the condition of the
lower jaw, whether thickened or thinned ; examine the glands in
this region, then the poll, the throat, the condition of the glands,
not forgetting to cause the animal to cough and remembering the
kind of cough ; pass along the neck, note the condition of the
mane, the jugular grove, the trachea ; look over the shoulders for
marks of setons, wasting of muscles; the elbows for chapped
elbow; the knee for fractures, inflammation, etc. ; the shin bones
for splints ; the tendons (for their condition) ; the fetlock, for
fractures, swellings, scars of neurotomy, etc. ; then look for the
side bones, ring bones, etc. ; and finally the general outline of the
feet, as regards size, shape, etc., and in particular for toe-cracks,
quarter-cracks, results of laminitis, navicular disease, etc.
Next, take body under observation, remembering to exam-
ine both sides ; first, the withers, looking for marks of setons,
swellings, etc. ; then the condition of the ribs ; test the heart
and lungs ; look at the abdomen for hernia, etc. ; the flank, not-
ing the respiration, whether quickened, slow, irregular and the
like.
Next stand behind the animal and examine the hips for frac-
tures, swellings, etc. ; then the hip joints (remembering to com-
pare one with the other) ; examine the tail to see if false ; look
under the tail for tumors ; the flank for hernia, tumors, etc. ; the
stifles (for swellings, dislocations) ; the hocks (for spavins, thor-
oughpins, curbs) ; then pass downward, noting the condition of
the parts in the front limbs.
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Have the animal trotted by the halter in as straight a line as
possible in a slow, easy trot, allowing the horse about one foot of
rope, so as not to interfere with the action ; the animal should be
trotted away from the examiner, at which time the movements of
the posterior extremities may be noted, and when trotted toward
him the movements of the anterior extremities.
When the animal is warmed up lameness may not be shown,
while if cooled off it manifests itself, and vice versa. Next have
the animal galloped to test his wind ; see if the breathing is fast,
irregular or noisy. Do not forget to examine the eyes.
Boston, Aug. 1, 1883.
Dr. Tuttle, Sir. — I have used your Elixir for several kinds of complaints
in horses, such as strains, bruises, cuts, colic and also for climating
horses, and find it as good as most horse doctors, and cheerfully recom-
mend it to horse owners, and also to use it in household complaints, such
as.lame back and all aches and pains. Yours, etc., W. C. BRAY.
Boston, July 13, 1883.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I used your Elixir on two horses for curbs,
and in ten days they were as free from the disease as on the day they
were foaled. I can cheerfully recommend it as a sure cure for curbs.
JOHN F. WINCH, 130 and 136 Federal St
Boston, Mass., July 13, 1883.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — Have used and sold your Elixir for the last eight
years with the very best possible results ; have used it for sores, sprains,
colics, horse ail, knotted cords, and a very bad case of bleeding scratches,
which it cured in a very short time. All that I sell it to speak in the
highest praise of it, and I would recommend it to every one wanting a
liniment for every use, either man or beast. JOHN E. CURRY.
Bristol, Conn., Feb. 19, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Esq., Dear Sir. — I have used your Elixir in my barn
for a year. The first thing I used it for was a curb, and it took it off
clean as a whistle, and did not take off the hair. I have been using it on
my horse on the hip for a sprain, and it has cured him. He had been
lame for some time, as you know, and when you came and saw him you
said it was in the muscles of his hip, and we have put it on as directed,
and the trouble has gone. I drove him yesterday and today, and he does
not show any lameness. It is the most wonderful liniment I ever saw.
You can refer any party tome, and I will answer any inquiries that come.
It was in our local papers about the horse being cured, and a great many
have been to me to know where they can get it. I tell at my barn they
will always find it as long as I am around. One of my neighbors bought
a colt that had four ringbones. The owner had tried blistering and every-
thing he could think of, and sold to this man. He has taken the whole
four ringbones off with Elixir. Yours truly,
J. H. SESSIONS, Jr., Lock Box 508.
TESTIMONIALS.
Burlington, N. J., October, 1894,
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I had one bottle of your Elixir given me
at Trenton Fair and liked it very much for leg and body wash, but have
not been able to get any more. I tried all over Philadelphia. Not able to
find any. Please send me price list and where I can find it. I will try
and introduce it here. I think it the best thing I ever used.
Yours, etc.,
Box 440. THOS. McFAPvLAND.
P. S. The Family Elixir is not the same is it ? I think I put a bottle
of the other in one gallon of water and used it warm. It kept the horse
from getting stiff, between heats and not half the work.
Boston, April, 1889.
This is to certify that I had a valuable mare in June, 1885, which had a
fistula come on her shoulder. I not knowing what it was let it go until
September when I consulted a veterinary, and he pronounced it as above
and said he could cure it and he put in a seton to rim it off. It then seemed
to spread much faster than ever before. After about three weeks of this
treatment it had extended through and made its appearance on the oppo-
site side, and then I consulted with Dr. Brighton and one other veterin-
ary and they would not say they would cure her but stated that it was
a very unsatisfactory thing to doctor, for after spending a great deal of
time and perhaps heal it up and think it was all right it was liable to break
out again at any time, and Dr. Brighton said he did not care to touch it and
advised me to dispose of her. I had heard of Dr. Tuttle and I went
directly to his office, 4 Merrimac St., and stated the case just as I had to
the others and he said, " no doubt your mare has Fistula and a bad case as
it has been running so long, and no doubt they used poison with the seton
they put in, and that has gone all through her system." "Well," says I,
"can you cure it?" He replied, "I can and so that it will remain cured
or I won't charge you a cent, for if I fail it will be the first one and I have
cured a good many." I turned her over to him and he cured her com-
pletely so that I have worked her now o rer two years, both single and
double, and with no signs of the trouble returning. She weighs 1500
lbs. and is hearty and rugged and worth as much today as ever she was,
and can be seen anv dav atNo. 8 Purchase St.
S. M. HANDY.
Jackson, Mich., Sept. 29, 1894,
Doctors. A. Tuttle. — The sample bottle of Elixir arrived all right
I used it on my horse which had strained tendons and knotted cords. It
worked like a charm. It is the best liniment I have ever used; it cer«
tainly was worth $5 to me, for I have worked the horse since using it and
he is all right. Please except thanks. Please find P. O. order of $1.00
for two bottles more. Send to H. G. BAILEY, P. 0. box 1337, Jackson,
Michigan.
Williston, Md., July 26, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Sir. — Sample bottle of your Elixir came. Am glad
to say it did my mare more good than anything I ever used. Please send
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me by United States Express to Two Johns, one-half dozen bottles at
$4.00 per dozen. Send C. 0. D.
What terms could you give me as agent? Please write me at Williston,
Caroline Co., Md., what day you send Elixir. Be sure and send by
United States Express to Two Johns, Caroline Co., Md.
Eespectfully, J. R. BOONE.
Boston, June 25, 1896.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir :— Sometime in February I fell and injured
my knee. In May water began to gather around the kneepan and became
a large bunch. Nothing seemed to do it any good until I was advised to
use your Elixir. I bandaged it with cotton cloth several thicknesses and
saturated it night and morning with the Elixir. It took the skin off and
it took the water all out. It is a grand liniment.
Yours truly, SIDNEY M. WILKINS.
40a Oliver Street, Somerville, Mass.
New York, Dec. 1, 1894.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir: — The horse that I wrote
you about last winter in regard to the enlargement in his hind leg, at the
hock, I used your Elixir as directed and it cured him completely so you
could not see any difference in either leg and he drives sound. He had
the worst looking leg I ever saw on a horse. My stableman said it
would never get better. I will admit if it hadn't been for the Elixir my
horse would be lame today. Yours Resp.,
1019 East 162nd Street. FRED MCCARTHY.
You can refer anyone to me in regard to your Elixir.
New Haven, Conn., June 2, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— Please send me one dozen bottles Elixir by
Adams Express. I am using it, reduced, as a lotion and find it is all that
is required to keep a horse in good condition. Please send Elixir to 569
George street. Very truly yours,
GEORGE M. ADKINS.
Westfield, Mass., June 7, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir.— Send me one dozen bottles
of Tuttle's Elixir to 96 Franklin street, Westfield, Mass.
Yours truly,
C. S. Sherman, 96 Franklin street, Westfield, Mass.
P. S. You have the best all around preparation that is on the market
todav, for veterinary purposes. Use this if it is of any good to you.
c. s. s.
New York, Dec. 1, 1896.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir.— Having tested your Elixir
for the different purposes for which you recommend it, would say that I
used it on curbs, ringbone and callous, of which it cured and left no en-
largement. I also used your family Elixir for rheumatism with the best
results. I would highly recommend it to all who suffer from rheumatism
or aches of any kind. Yours respectfully,
Fred McCarthy, 1019 East 162d street, New York City.
Thoroughly Tested.
Newport, R. I., Jan. 10, 1886.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle.— I will say I have thoroughly tested your Elixir and
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can truly say I am more than pleased with it. I have used it on a horse
that had very large knees — as large as a man's head — and as stiff as if
there were no joints in them. I applied the Elixir, as per direction,
which took the knees down in good shape, as good as they ever were. I
had used it in several bad cases, and in each and every case it gave per-
fect satisfaction. I would not be without it if the cost was five times
what it now is. I can fully recommend it to all horse owners, or those
having the care of horses. To any one wishing personal reference I will
be pleased to give it.
P. S. After giving the Condition Powders a thorough trial I must say
they are "O. K." the best I ever used. The Worm Powders worked to a
charm. I gave the powders, as directed, to a horse that was all out of
fix ; in a few weeks you would not have known the horse. He improved
in looks and actions more than any horse I ever saw. I am now giving
the Powders to all my horses, and think it is safe to do so.
J. S. HAZARD, 24 Bath Road.
Eight Cases of Curb Cured.
Pequabuck, Conn., July 29, 1890.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have these goods introduced on the
Trotting Park and a number of customers outside. They are the best
remedies I have ever seen, and that is the opinion of all who have used
them. I have cured eight cases of curb and have not had a single failure.
Very respectfully, L, P. GOODWIN.
For Colic and Bone Spavins:.
Jan. 21, 1886.
Dr. S. A, Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I have used your
Elixir and find it all you recommend it. I have tried it for colic and bone
spavins and can fully recommend it to all, and would not be without it.
D. H. POWERS, 68 and 72 Cove St., Boston, Mass.
Lameness Cured.
Dover, X. H.
Dr. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have a colt that became lame forward. He
was lame for about a year. No one could locate. With one application
of your Elixir it told just where it was. I used several bottles of your
Elixir and am happy to say it entirely cured him. He is as free from
lameness as the day he was foaled. Can gladly recommend to any and
every one, as I think it is the best elixir of the age.
Most respectfully vonrs,
JOHN SMITH, Rutland St.
Highly Recommends It.
Providence, Jan. 9, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — This is to certify that I have used your Elixir for
several years, both on my horses and in my family, and would highly rec-
ommend it for sprains on horses, also as a wash to use on trotters, also
for colic, rheumatism, etc.
In regard to the Family Elixir, I would say that I cut my finger nearly
to the bone, and I immediately applied the Elixir and it healed very
quickly. J. H. ROBERTS.
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Never Seen Their Equal.
Northwood Narrow, N. H., Feb. 21, 1889.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Having used your Elixir Condition Powder
and White Star for more than one year, I can say I have. never seen their
equal. For colic in horses, cuts, bruises, sprains or any ailment of
horses or neat stock, in my opinion, it has no equal. I have had an ex-
perience of 25 years in the care of and using of horses and have never
used any liniment that I have been as well pleased with the results.
Have used it in several cases of colic when the animals were given up to
die. It has never failed to give immediate relief. I have used the family
Elixir with good results. I received an injury to my spinal column and
was under medical treatment nearly three years, and at the time I com-
menced using your Elixir could not use the joints of one foot caused by
the injury four years previous. In sixty days after using three bottles of
your family Elixir I could move every joint of my foot and it had a
natural feeling. I do believe your Elixir has done for me more than all
the other treatment I received in the three years I was under the care of
doctors. I consider it the most valuable familv Elixir of the age.
With respect, C. B. LEAVITT.
Believe In It.
Pittsfield, Sept. 2, 1885.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, My very dear Sir. — When you sent me one dozen bot-
tles of your Elixir, almost two years ago, I had no confidence in medicines,
but I am a believer in your Elixir, both for man and beast, for inward or
outward pain or suffering. I used it on my horse that was very lame in
one leg, very much inflamed from hip to foot, and it cured her in three
days. It is a sure cure for rheumatic pain, giving relief at first applica-
tion. I can hereby recommend it to the afflicted. It is no humbug. We
use it for cholera morbus, diarrhoea, sore throat, and pneumonia, with
perfect success. Very respectfully,
ELDER JOSEPH HARVEY.
Unequalled for Colic, Etc.
Chicago, III., April 3, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir. — I cannot speak in too high
terms of your Elixir. It is the best liniment I ever saw. I probably do
the largest business in the horse-shoeing line in the city, and use a great
many bottles of it. In cases such as nails in the feet, and all different
diseases of the feet, colic, spavin, etc., I find it has no equal. It will do
all you say it will. I have given a great deal of it to ray customers, and
in every instance they had me get them a dozen bottles. Will be only too
pleased to have you use my name wherever you have occasion to do so,
as I cannot say too much of vour Elixir. Yours truly,
69 West Lake St. JOKNT KERR.
For Sprains and Lameness.
East Cambridge, Mass., July 13, 1883.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — We have used your Elixir upon our horses
for the past three or four years, for sprains and lameness of various
kinds with good results, and have sold considerable of it to our customers,
and it has given great satisfaction. We therefore take pleasure in rec-
ommending it to all owners of horses as a very valuable liniment.
PROCTOR BROS., Craigie's Bridge.
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Very Enthusiastic.
Chicago, III., Apr. 8, 1891.
S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir. — Replying to yours in reference
to your Elixir, I beg leave to state that I have used it on my horses for
large legs and for hocks. Have also used it for colic and lung fevers, and
had one horse that had spinal meningitis. I had the very best results in
all cases, and after some time began to speak of it to my friends, and they
have asked me on different occasions for bottles of it. I gave so much of
it away that I was compelled to send for a gross, and charged them the
same price that I had to pay for it. I think I have ordered from fifty to
one hundred gross, and have not got them all supplied yet. I never saw
such good results from any liniment, and am very enthusiastic over same.
Would be very much pleased to have you refer anyone to me. I have
a quantity of it constantly at my house, and have recommended it to all
my friends as well as all horsemen.
Yours verv respectfully,
431 Oakley Ave. . P. R. McLEOD.
Simply Wonderful.
Moosup Valley, R. I., Jan. 25, 1885.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — In regard to myself, it was simply won-
derful how soon the Elixir gave me relief. A number of years ago my
right lung troubled me ; I had hemorrhage, caused by over exertion. Dr.
Parris of Westford, Mass., said I should have to give up preaching. Last
year I had a call to Boston ; I took a severe cold which troubled me very
much. Sister Thayer of Boston called my attention to your Elixir, and
gave me a bottle with flannel to apply it. Surprised to say it gave immed-
iate relief, and more than that I was relieved of much pain which ran to
my finger ends. For bowel trouble, we have found it a ready panacea.
We have used it in various other ways, and can testify it is one of the
best of medicines. A short time ago a messenger came for me to go three
miles for a doctor for Miss Gardner, who has asthma very badly. I took
a bottle of Elixir and went ; they applied it to her chest, and gave her
some to take and inhale. In thirty minutes she could lie down and the
next Monday went to the factory to work. Her mother thought she would
die. She now says she would not be without it.
Yours respectfullv,
REV. A. D*. BLANCHARD.
Very Satisfactory Results.
Boston, April 27, 1889.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — We have used Tuttle's Condition and Worm Powders
for the past three years with our own horses, and with very satisfactory
results. As our horses speak for themselves anyone can consult them at
268 Purchase Street, Boston.
HANDY & WATERHOUSE.
For Strained Cords.
Manchester, X. H., 1885.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — This is to certify that I have used your Elixir several
times with great benefit to my horse in every case. In various cuts and
bruises it works admirably. During the icy season last winter, my horse
strained the cords of one foreleg, and was quite lame. I applied the
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Elixir a few times before driving the horse. The first application relieved
the lameness, and once or twice more removed all soreness and swelling.
I keep it in my stable all the time, and regard it the most useful of any-
thing of this kind I have ever seen.
DR. CHAS. P. FLANDERS.
Best for Spavin.
Boston, July 26, 1889.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — After using your Elixir for two years in
spavins, and, in fact almost all difficulties about a horse, I can testify
that it is the best thing, without exception, I have ever seen. It has
cured horses for me that have been given up by the best veterinaries, and
I cheerfully recommend it to anyone having charge of a horse.
Yours respectfullv,
J. M. TARBOX, Supt. Herdic Phaeton Co.,
Granite St., So. Boston.
Best Horse Medicine.
Bristol, X. H., June 21, 1885.
Dr. S. A Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Having used your Elixir in the different
diseases in horses, I consider it the best horse medicine in the market. I
have never failed of obtaining good results in every case where I have
used it. Every man owning a horse should have a bottle of it in his
stable. Yours very truly, G. G. BROWN.
"Would Not Be Without It.
Chicago, April 8, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir. — It affords me great pleasure
to recommend your Elixir for all the diseases of horses, such as lung
fever, colics, nails, and many others. I have used it in my stables for all
the above, and have been more than satisfied with the results. I have
never had a case in which it did not do everything claimed that it would
do. I feel that we could not be without it in our barns, and would only
be too glad to illustrate the merits of your Elixir to any one should you
have occasion to refer them to me. Yours truly, C. HE ALE Y,
266 S. Morgan St. Supt. Crane Co.'s Stables.
Nothing Equals It.
Chicago, III., April 3, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir. — In regard to your Elixir,
wish to say that I am in the horse business, buying and selling them, and
use nothing else but your Elixir in my barn, and so far have found noth-
ing to equal it. I cannot say too much for you. Have recommended same
to a great many friends, and it would afford me pleasure to have you
mention my name in anv instance. Yours respectfullv,
27 to 31 Washbourne'Ave. JOSEPH JORDON.
Shoe Boil Removed.
Brockton, Jan. 15, 1886.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I have used your
Elixir and have given it a good trial on everything that was ailing, and I
find that it is all you claim for it. I have taken off a shoe boil of three
years' standing, and have taken off a thick tendon, pronounced to be in-
curable by good judges ; it is smooth and sound now. Your Worm and
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Condition Powders cannot be praised too highly, as they will speak for
themselves if given a trial ; will make an old horse appear young again if
given a chance. You can use my name for all your mixtures, as I consider
them all you claim for them.
A. JOHNSON, Driving Park, Brockton, Mass.
Never Changes Color of Hair.
Boston, July 16, 1883.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, V. S.— r have used your Elixir for colic, spavins,
spinal meningitis and blistering ; it will never change the color of the
hair. And your White Star for old sores and galls, there is nothing I
think as good in the market. R. S. CLISBY.
Best Liniment of All.
Andover, N. H.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— I cannot speak in too high terms of your
Elixir. It is the best liniment I ever used in my stable ; would not be
without it. I have saved quite a number of horses that were given up
with the colic. I cured a horse of the glanders with your Elixir after a
veterinary had pronounced it incurable. It wTill do all you say it will.
I would say to the public, to try it and be convinced that it is no humbug.
W. I). TUTTLE.
Never Fails.
Chicago, III., April 8, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir.— I cannot say too much for
your Elixir on behalf of the good benefits derived from it. Have used it
for rheumatism and sprains, etc., in my family, and in all cases it has
never failed to do all that you advertise it for. I am very enthusiastic
over it, and would not be without it in my house.
Yours truly, M. A. GASPARO.
322 N. Pine Ave., Austin, 111.
Invaluable for Family Use.
Boston, Mass., July 13, 1883.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— Having used your Elixir for the past ten
years, 1 can truly say that it is the best remedy for colics, galls, soreness,
lameness, weak joints, or sprains I ever saw. It is the most valuable
remedy for family use I can find for lame back, corns, rheumatism, sore
throat, and headache.
Yours, etc.,
A. F. THING, Expressman,
481 Tremont Street.
Nervous Sick Headache Cured.
East Andover, N. H., Feb. 9, 1885.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— I have been all my life at times troubled
with severe attacks of nervous sick headache, have used many kinds of
liniments and lotions recommended for it, without receiving any relief.
Almost by accident (I may say) I tried your Elixir by freely bathing my
temples, forehead, top of head and back of neck with the Elixir, and was
relieved at once. I can in fullest confidence recommend it as a very valu-
able medicine, and should be in every house, ready at hand in case of need.
Very truly, H. W. KILBURN.
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A Bad Strain Cured.
Boston, July 12, 1883.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Four years ago we had a horse so badly
strained that it could only touch the toe of the off hind hoof to the ground,
and we decided to give it to Mr. Ward, when you induced us to try your
Elixir, and the result was this, in one week we put the horse to work,
and continued to work him every day for two and a half years after.
R. *G. XORSE & CO., 498 Albany Street.
Worm Powders do the Work.
Providence, R. I., March 16, 1893.
Mr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — After trying all the remedies suggested
to me by my friends, I used three boxes of your Worm Powders, and
they did the work. Anyone buying three boxes of me, if they do not
get a cure I will refund the monev.
Yours truly, GAIUS W, HUBBARD.
Best for Colic.
Jan. 1, 1886.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I have used Tuttle's
Elixir, and cured a spavin on a mare that had been lame more than a year,
and for colic I think it is the best I ever saw.
J. H. SHAW,
No. Weymouth & Boston Express.
Sciatic Rheumatism Relieved.
Boston, April 27, 1892.
Mr. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I used your Elixir as directed for sciatic rheu-
matism, and received relief immediatelv. Respectfully,
* ORRIN RAY, 98 Union Street.
Best Powders in the Market.
Boston, Jan. 20, 1886.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — Having used Tuttle's Elixir for speedy cuts on my
mare, and enlarged cords and for bunches on horses, I think it has no
equal ; and having used your Condition Powders for my horse when he
wTas scouring, and I could not get anything to stop him, until I tried your
Powders, and I think them the best Powder in the market, and I can't
say too much in recommending them to anyone having a horse out of
condition. JAMES X. STUART, 21 Haverhill St.
Never Lost a Horse.
Chicago, III., April 3, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir.— Owing to my dealing in
horses, buying and selling them in great numbers, I have used in my own
barn and given to my neighbors about sixty to eighty dozen bottles of
your Elixir, and have never lost a horse since I used it. I give a dose to
every horse that I bring in from the country for the purpose of acclimat-
ing them, and through the same have as yet had only the best results.
I cannot say too much for your Elixir. I am never without it in my barn.
Yours respectfully,
118 and 120 Hasting St. MARTIN MAYERHOFEE.
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West Chicago, III., Oct. 1, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify what I know in regard
to your skill as a veterinary and your Elixir as a remedy. I own a well
bred mare, Gertie C, that has been lame for fifteen months and has been
treated by five different veterinaries without success. You remember
about six weeks ago I wrote you for advice, and by using your medicine
and following your advice my mare is practically all right. I started her
in a race September 28 ; she won the first heat in 2.30 j^, the second in
2.2934, and she will start in another race tomorrow. I would recommend
your medicine to all owners of horses in the strongest of terms.
Respectfully yours, J. H. CREAGER.
Please answer.
Chronic Diarrhoea Cured.
Dublin, Neb., May 18, 1891.
Dr- S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I was troubled with
chronic diarrhoea for over four years. Did not do any work. Had to
rent my farm last spring. I took family and went to Vermont, my for-
mer home, hoping the change of climate would help me. It did not help
me, I was worse than ever. About the first of November, being urged
to use your Elixir by Albert Boardman, of Wolcott, Vt., I did so, after
trying everything else and everybody's remedies and treatment of skilled
physicians, and in one week's time I felt so well I did a good week's
work carpentering. I have continued to improve, and have not taken
but one-half dozen bottles. 1 do not have to take it now. I have fol-
lowed the plow for eighty acres of land this spring. Have sold nearly
eighteen dozen bottles of Elixir, also introduced your Worm and Condi-
tion Powders, Hoof Ointment and White Star. They all do more than
claimed for them. This is my testimony of the power of your medicines.
Yours very truly, J. E. CLEVELAND.
Severe Pains in Chest and Lungs.
Morristown, Vt., May 13, 1891.
Mr. S. A. Tuttle, 4 Merrimac Street, Boston, Dear Sir. — Five years
ago I was troubled with a severe pain in the chest and lungs, and nothing-
gave me relief until I tried your Elixir. I felt relieved after taking the
first dose, and by the time I had taken one-third of a bottle the pain had
entirely left me ; and I can also say that for external use for lameness
and soreness of bone or muscle it far exceeds anything that I ever used.
I would not live without it. Yours respectfullv,
W. W" BOARDMAN.
Rheumatism Cured.
Allston, Mass.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — I was troubled with a severe attack of rheumatism,
and was unable to walk. After applying your Elixir a few times I
became entirely well. I can recommend it as the best liniment I have
ever seen. , Respectfully yours,
MISS E. M. STOCKWELL.
Used with Perfect Success.
Boston, Mass., July 12, 1883.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — Having used your Elixir for sore backs, colic,
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sprains, horse ail, spinal meningitis, all with perfect success, and would
recommend it to all horse owners.
Lumber Dealers, 354 Albany St. BLACKMER & SHEPARD.
Best Liniment in Use.
Boston, Mar. 27, 1889.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — In regard to your Elixir will say it is the
best liniment in use and cannot say too much for its good merits, also the
White Star and the Condition Powders. As I have used all am speaking
understandingly.
Dr. Tuttle has cured two horses of quittors for me and will say with
surprising success. O. RAY, 98 Union St.
An Immediate Cure.
Boston, August 5, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — My horse Dandy had a sore on his side
last winter and I had it doctored six months ; at your suggestion last
month I had applied Turtle's Elixir diluted with water, and also gave him
some of your Condition Powders, which effected an immediate cure. I
also had the Elixir applied to some bleeding warts on my cow's teats, and
there it also proved a success. My man tried it for his rheumatism,
which was so bad that he expected to be obliged to give up work, and it
relieved him at once and now he is nearly well. Having these several
cures within a month, I thought it onlv justice to you to know the facts.
I am, yours truly, A. R. WHITTIER.
It is Excellent.
New York, August 25, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Will you send me another dozen bottles of
your Elixir? I find it an excellent article. I have given several bottles
of it to friends, which have proven satisfactory. Send as soon as possi-
ble, fred McCarthy,
1019 East 162d St., New York City.
Cannot Do Without It.
New York, December 2, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, V. S., Dear Sir. — The Elixir I ordered November 30
of your agent, Mr. C. E. Brewster, arrived all safe. Please accept thanks
for shipping same promptly. I bought my first dozen last June and since
then have not been without it for a single day, and as I have learned how
valuable it is, I can't afford to get out. Respectfully yours,
GEORGE B. HOLLYER,
Supt. N. Y. Biscuit Co.'s Stables.
Inflammation Cured.
Clayville, N. Y., August 28, 1893.
S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir.— Your Elixir worked to a charm
on the enlarged leg, and took all inflammation and swelling "entirely out
of the leg. Enclosed find $2.00. On receipt send me at once a half-
dozen more bottles of your Elixir. Yours, etc., W. H. DEWING.
Cured Spavin Lameness.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have used your Elixir on one of the worst
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spavins that I ever saw on a horse, and it entirely cured the lameness.
I also used it for rheumatism in my family, with just as good a result,
and will cheerfully recommend it to any one in want of a liniment.
0. B. GOVE, Waits River, Vt.
Less Than One Bottle Cured.
Wolcott, Vt., July 15, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I had a horse that had two bunches on
his shoulder, caused by wearing a new collar. Less than one bottle of
your Elixir cured it after six months' standing.
L. W. FISHER.
Saved a Heap of Time and Money.
New York, Nov. 30, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Last June when you first called my atten-
tion to Tuttle's Elixir, on looking over your circular, I thought, this is
another fraud cure-all, and I won't touch it; but you went at me so much
in earnest, and talked in such a manner, that showed me you believed in
it. I ordered a dozen to try it, Since I began to use it I have not failed
to cure anything you told me the Elixir would do. Please send me two
dozen at once, and when you open your New York office, as you wrote me
you thought of doing, you can count me to help you all I can, as it is a
pleasure to me, although I am kept very busy looking after five stables,
sixty-seven men, and 136 horses, to speak a good word for Tuttle's Elixir,
as it has saved me a heap of time and money. I find I can work my
horses while treating them with the Elixir, and get better results than by
older methods, where I kept them in the stable eating their heads oft'. A
friend of mine that has used it on his runners for a body and leg wash,
tells me he has never found its equal. Hoping you will meet with the
success your valuable remedies deserve, I remain, Yours truly,
GEORGE B. HOLLYER,
Supt. N. Y. Biscuit Co.'s Stables.
Cures a Bad Sprain.
Newton, Aug. 8, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have used your Family Elixir for a bad
sprain and I cannot say too much for the immediate relief I received
from it. Yours truly,
F. L. HOLMAN.
Sciatica Relieved.
Brookline, Sept. 13, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I was laid up in bed
six weeks from sciatica last spring, and found no relief until I used your
Tuttle's Elixir. Yours respectfully,
JOHN P. THOMAS,
No. 286 Washington St., Brookline, Mass,
Sciatica Cured.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I feel guilty that I have not before this in-
formed you of the great good your Elixir has done to my father. He was
taken last February with sciatica, and suffered as only one can with
that trouble. We called our family doctor, who said " very little could
be done in such a case." He grew worse instead of better under the
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doctor's treatment, and finally by solicitation of a friend, tried your
Elixir, the first application relieving him so much that he slept quietly,
what he had been unable to do for weeks. He took it inwardly — before
meals — and was bathed in it nightly, and by its use has been cured of the
trouble, which seems miraculous at his age, for he will be ninety next
April.
He is as smart as most men at seventy, taking care of our horse and
doing very much work about our place. The horse is one that has been
saved by your Elixir ; he was dead lame, but by its daily use and by band-
aging the ankle he has been cured. My father, Alden Sampson, can be
seen any clay at 21 Lyle Street, Oak Grove, Maiden, to testify to the truth
of the above. Sincerelv vours,
M. S. WHETMORE,
21 Lyle St., Oak Grove, Maiden.
Speedily Relieves Pain.
MORKISVILLE, VT.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Allow me to say in reference to your Elixir,
which I have been using, that I consider it the best remedy for the speedy
relief of pain. I have used it for lame back, headaches, neuralgia, etc.,
and it has never failed to cure. I would cheerfullv recommend it to all.
Respectfully, ANNETTE L. BRACKETT.
Unequaled for Pleurisy.
Wolcott, Vt., June 19, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I wish to say to you and the public that 1
have used your Elixir, "have found it one of the best medicines I ever
used for pleurisy, and it has no equal. For headache it is second to
none. I don't intend to be without it. H. N. CLEVELAND.
Great For Rheumatism.
Boston, July 28, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have used your Elixir for rheumatism of
25 years' standing, and can truthfully say that it is the only medicine that
has ever done me any good. I have, been confined to my bed for six
months at a time, and could not move hand or foot. I was advised by a
friend to try the Elixir, and in three days I was out, and all the symptons
have disappeared, and I have commenced to gain in flesh. I had fallen
away almost to a skeleton. When well I weighed 156^, now I weigh
110. You are at liberty to use this for reference.
Respectfully yours, HENRY B. NICHOLS,
43% Charter St., Boston, Mass.
An Excellent Liniment.
Wolfborough, Dec. 20, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I think your Elixir an excellent liniment.
It sells better than anv I ever saw, and gives the best satisfaction.
Yours truly, FURBER & CLARK, Grocers.
Injured Knees Cured.
Alton, N. H., Dec. 17, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — To whom it may concern: — This certifies that my
horse, on the twentieth day of January, 1892, ran away with a hitching
post and injured her knees so badly that she was pronounced worthless
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by several prominent horse doctors. I tried various remedies for six
weeks and she grew worse. X at length used Tuttle's Elixir, and in three
weeks from the time I commenced to use it I had her on the road ready for
work. The knees healed so nicely that it is difficult to find the scars.
WILBUT S. DAVIS, M. D.
From the Chicago Fire Department.
Chicago, III., April 3, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir. — Having tested your Elixir
for the different purposes for which you recommend it, would say: We
use it on all horses in our department, and I must state that I have not
found one instance where I have not received more benefits than adver-
tised. We adopted it in our whole department. Men as well as horses
are using it, and I cannot speak in terms of too high praise of it, as I
never saw its equal. Yours very truly,
DR. EUGENE SULLIVAN,
In charge of the horses in the Chicago Fire Dept.
Invaluable for Man or Beast.
Eastport, Me., July 19, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Having used your Elixir for some time, I
am convinced that it is one of the most valuable of medicines for man or
beast. It has been used in this town to some extent, with the most sat-
isfactory results. Yours truly, PIKE & KILBY,
Meat and provision dealers.
Used it With Great Benefit.
Boston. May 9, 1887.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — We have used your Elixir for many en-
largements upon the horse with great benefit, and also have fully cured
one of our boarder's horses of a curb, after laying him up some two or
three wreeks. Consider it a valuable liniment, and most cheerfully recom-
mend its use in all stables. Very respectfully,
JAMES RIEDELL & CO.
Tuttle's Elixir Cures.
Alton, May 20, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I fell from a wagon and hurt my back and
I expected to have to keep quiet for a while. I went over to H. 0. Tut-
tle's and got a bottle of your Elixir. I used it according to directions
and in two days I went to work again. Yours truly,
JOHN AVERY.
The Best Liniment.
Wolfborough, Jan 1, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I cannot speak too
highly in the praise of your Elixir. I use it in my livery stable and think
that it is the best liniment I ever saw. Yours very truly,
FRANK E. COOK.
Tuttle's Family Elixir Cures.
Alton, Feb. 1, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Twenty-two years ago I had lung fever,
after which I had pneumonia, and for four weeks there was no action in
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my left lung, and I was unable to leave my room for eleven weeks. I
had to wear a plaster on the back and front of my lungs, if not, in 24
hours I would be so hoarse that I could not speak aloud. I have great
difficulty in breathing. Last fall your agent, H. O. Tuttle, overtook me
and asked me to ride, and I said I did not know as I could get home. I
said to him I have about made up my mind that I shall not do much more
work. He advised me to use Tuttle's Elixir. I have used nearly three
bottles. I have never found anything that will relieve like that. I have
done more work this winter than I have before for a long time. I can-
not speak too highly in its praise for what it has clone for me.
Yours truly, JOHN BERRY.
Thinks It Saved His Life.
Alton, Dec. 10, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have had trouble with my lungs for a
number of years and also a cough. Last November I was taken with a
severe pain in my right side, the lower part of my lung. I was into your
agent's (H. O. Tattle's) house and was telling him how I was suffering,
and he advised me to use Tuttle's Elixir. He told me to take a bottle and
try it and if I was not satisfied he would pay me back my money. I took
a bottle and I never had anything relieve me as quick as that did. I
havn't felt so weil for a number of years. I think it saved my life. I
fell and hurt my shoulder seven years ago, and it has troubled me very
much and your Elixir has helped me so that I do not have any trouble
from it. Yours truly,
ALLEN ROBERTS.
Lameness Cured.
Newton Centre, Oct. 10, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I cannot speak in too high terms of your
wonderful Elixir. I had a horse that was lame ; had him blistered and
fired, but didn't cure him. Your agent, J. N. Danforth, of Brighton,
Mass., asked me to try your Elixir. I applied the Elixir and he is as fine
as any young colt. I drove him to the beach the other day. I will not
sell him for one hundred and fifty dollars. I shall always keep it in my
stable. Yours truly,
BEMIS & JEWETT,
Painters and Decorators, Station St.
Splint Cured.
Prince's Bay, N. Y., July 17, 1893.
Dr. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — You will please send me one dozen bottles of
your Elixir. Don't send me the Family Elixir. I want the same as I
had before, for the horse. It took the splint off from his leg as nice as
anything. Now mind the express directions this time, because I am in a
hurry. H. L. ALLEN,
Pleasant Plains, N. Y.
Does All Claimed For It.
Alton, Feb. 20, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I cannot speak in too high terms of your
Elixir after what it has done for me. In June, 1892, I fell from a build-
ing and broke one rib, and came very near breaking my shoulder. I used
your Elixir very freely, and in two weeks I was able to go to work
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again. I thiuk it will do all that you claim it will. When I was clown to
your office one year ago last October you askecl me if I thought I could sell
any of your Elixir in Alton. I said I would try. You gave me some with
some of your advertisements, and I distributed them around through the
town. I soon began to have call for it, and for the last year I have sold
two gross of it in this town and I expect to sell double that amount the
coming year. It is the best liniment I ever sawT. I can recommend it to
evervone. Yours verv truly,
H. 0. TUTTLE, Agent.
Considered Marvelous.
Brooklyn, N. Y., June 11, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, My Dear Sir. — My boy Marcus is on his feet
again, as good as ever. His recovery we all consider marvelous, and
very fortunate for him you called in the first stages of his severe illness
of inflammatory rheumatism. He was suffering terribly. The Elixir was
applied frequently and with charming effect. He used it both internally
and externally. The effect was noticeable each day. The disease seemed
to spread, and very determined in almost all the joints. But the Elixir
downed it, and instead of rheumatism crippling the boy the Elixir crippled
the rheumatism, and the fifth day he got off the bed on his feet. The
seventh day he took his position as book-keeper, where he was on his
feet all the while, and now, one week after he left his bed, is as wTell as
ever, and can be heard singing the praises of Tuttle's Elixir.
Truly, F. M. FAIRCHILD, Funeral Director,
158 Reid Avenue, Brooklyn, N. Y.
Superior to Anything.
Bristol, Conn., Oct. 3, 1893.
Dr, S. A. Tuttle, Esq., Dear Sir. — We use a great deal of the Elixir for
a body wash and think it superior to anything we ever saw used when
the horses come in warm. We wet them over with a solution of the
Elixir, putting one bottle into four quarts of water, and put a blanket on
a short time, then scrape them out, and in a very short time we can rub
them dry and they will be warm .and nice; don't seem to catch cold, and
feel good. We take a solution of one bottle to one quart of water and
wet their legs, then bandage over it, and we have pretty fair-looking
horses. Please send me by freight, New York and New England Rail-
road, six dozen bottles of Elixir and eight packages of condition powders
and four of worm powders.
J. H. SESSIONS, Jr.
Used It For Eight Years.
Eastport, Me., July 22, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I would say in regard to your Elixir that
it is a good medicine, for I have used it eight years and have sold it seven
years, and am thoroughly convinced that it is one of the best liniments
for the human family that I know of, and for horses it stands without a
rival. I would not be without it in my house and stable.
Respectfully yours, JAMES I. BREWSTER,
Grocery dealer, North End, Eastport, Me.
Cured In Less Than a Week.
Alton, N. H., Dec. 17, 1892.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — I injured my side by falling out of a wagon. Was
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so lame that I could not walk without great pain. I was advised to use
Tuttle's Elixir by my physician and in less than one week was perfectly
cured. WILLIAM WILL AED. *
Cures Splint in a Week..
Newport, R. I., Nov. 4, 1892.
Mr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Your kind favor of the third instant just
received, together with one-half dozen Horse Elixir. I return five of the
bottles of the family Elixir and keep one bottle, for which I enclose pos-
tal note for fifty cents. I am much pleased with the Elixir; so far we
have taken off a small splint in a week, and it is the only thing I have
even seen that had any good effect on wind puffs. I trust my last regis-
tered letter reached you safelv. Very truly yours,
ROLAND KING.
Best Liniment Ever Used.
Wolcott, Vt., July 15, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have doctored horses for the last 25
years, and I think your Elixir the best liniment I have ever used, and I
would recommend it to anyone. C. M. GUYER.
Cheerfully Recommends It.
Wolcott, Vt., May 27, 1891.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — Having used your Elixir for some time, curing a
sprain and several ailments in horses, I can cheerfully recommend it to
horse owners. Respectfully,
FRED. E. WHEELER.
"Send Me One Dozen Bottles."
New York, June 26, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Please find enclosed a check, for which
please send me one dozen bottles of your Elixir. I have used all of the
other order. Please send as soon as possible.
Yours respectfully, FRED MCCARTHY,
1019 East 162d Street, New York City.
Cured in a Short Time.
Stoddard, N. H., April 25, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— -Enclosed please find .$4.50 for one dozen
bottles Tuttle's Elixir. My horse is cured; the Elixir cured her in a
short time. I used about six bottles in all, including that we used when
you were here. I worked the horse about half of the time while I was
using the Elixir. I consider her completely cured, as it healed up all
smooth without any bunch, and haired out good. She did some
hard days' work last winter, and this spring have not worked her all the
time. She is looking well. Please send me one dozen of the Elixir on
sale prepaid, or I will pay the express and charge it to you on account of
goods that you sent me on sale. Please receipt enclosed bill and send to
me. Yours truly, F. J. REED.
Best Thing He Ever Saw.
Newton Centre-, Oct, 16, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— I will say that Dr. Tuttle's Elixir is the
best thing I ever saw for sprains or lame horses. I have a horse; some
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of my friends told me that ray horse had a sprain. I said " He may
have." He was lame. I bought two bottles of Dr. Tattle's Elixir of
J. N. Danforth of Brighton. I applied it the whole length of his limb.
It took hold in the hock joint; he is now all right. Also the Family
Elixir is a fine household medicine. Yours truly,
.J. A. McLELLAN,
Carpenter and Builder.
Heartily Endoises It.
Newton, Aug. 9, 1893.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — Having used Tuttle's Elixir in my hack
and boarding stable for the past three years, I heartily endorse it for the
general purposes for which it is recommended by the proprietors.
S. P. WHITMAN.
St. John, N. B.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir. — Without solicitation from
yourself, or any one concerned in your Elixir, I wish to state that I have
been using that article during the past ten years, and I am still using it
with the greatest satisfaction. I can conscientiously recommend it to any
and all persons requiring an article of this kind. Wishing you every
success with your great remedy, and with my best regards.
I am sincerely yours, E. SEROR WILLIS,
Owner of Special Blend, Hotel Dufferin.
St. John, N. B., March 8, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I used your Elixir
upon a broken arm which was very much swollen and very painful. It
reduced the swelling and relieved the pain quicker and better than anv
other liniment 1 could get. THOMAS MULLETT.
'St. John, N. B., Eeb. 10, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I have used your
Elixir and find it all you recommend it. I have tried it for bone spavins and
can fully recommend it to all, and would not be without it. Splints,
shoe boils, thrush, itching of horses tails and manes it stops at once.
GEO. J. SMITH.
St. John, N. B., March 4, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle. — We beg to state that our attention was called to your
Elixir last summer, and we have used it in connection with horse dis-
eases ever since with good effect, and particularly in a case of severe
horse distemper which affected the lungs. Its action was prompt and
beneficial. Yours truly, POTTS & CO.
St. John, N. B., March 4, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Dear Sir.— I have used your Elixir upon
horses that I have driven and with the best results. I consider it the best
liniment I have ever seen. I have also used your Worm and Condition
Powders, and have never seen them fail to do what you claim for them.
Your Elixir and powders are the only ones I use now.
Respectfully yours, PATRICK KEEFE.
St. John, N. B. Feb. 16, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— Having used your Elixir for some time,
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curing a sprain, enlarged joints, and as a body wash. We take pleasure
in recommending it to horse owners.
We remain yours respectfully, SCOTT BROS.
St. John, N. B., Jan. 28, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to certify that I cannot speak
too highly in the praise of your Elixir. I use it in my stable and think
that it is one of the best liniments I ever saw. Yours truly,
C. J. WARD,
Marsh Road, St. John, X. B.
Robertson, Kings County, X. B., Feb. 15, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I would say in regard to your Elixir, that
it is an excellent medicine, for I have used it three years and have also
sold them for the same period, and am thoroughly convinced that it is by
far the best liniment in use today, both for man and beast. I also handle
your Condition and Worm Powders and have always found them giving
the very best results. Yours respectfully, T. E. TITUS.
Torbrook Mines, Annapolis County, N. S., Feb. 22, 1896.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I beg to state that I had a mare in my
stable this winter suffering from spinal meningitis, and I firmly believe
that the use of Tuttle's Elixir was the cause of her recovery, and have
great pleasure in recommending it for use both in house and stable.
J. E. LECKIE, Torbrook, N. S.
Manager Torbrook Iron Co., Ltd.
Wllmot, Feb. 3, 1897.
Mr. Chas. Crocker, Meadow Valley, N. S., Dear Sir. — It gives me
pleasure to answer your enquiry about Tuttle's Elixir bought from you.
I have been using it in my stable and house for two years ; also have sup-
plied many of my friends, and all bear testimony that it is one of the best
liniments on the market todav for man or beast. Yours trulv,
T. A. PEARSON, Station Agent, D. A. K.
St. John, N. B., Feb. 16, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Dear Sir. — We have been selling your Elixir
and Worm and Condition Powders for years, and have yet to hear of one
case where they have not done everything claimed for them. We have
used the Elixir and powders in our stables and with the most satisfactory
results. We consider your Elixir by far the best horse liniment we have
ever seen, and the powders have no equal.
Respectfully yours, etc., PUDDINGTON & MERRIT.
South Farmington, Annapolis County, N. S.
C H. R. Crocker, Dear Sir. — I take great pleasure in answering your
enquiries as regards Tuttle's Elixir. It is the greatest liniment I ever
used. I have used it as a leg and body wash, and for strains and bruises
and always found it effectual, and my barn is never without it, and never
will be if I can help it. I had a three-year-old colt that stocked in her
hind legs very bad. I gave her medicine and did everything I ever heard
of, but with no avail. Asa last resort, I got a bottle of Tuttle's Elixir
and soaked them twice which took a whole bottle, and in a week the
enlargement disappeared and never returned. Yours truly,
Z. S. BANKS.
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St. John, N. B., Feb. 20, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — We have used your Elixir for over five
years for all horse ailments. We had a horse lame for over a year; two
bottles cured him, and has not been lame since. Would recommend it
to all. Respectfully, M. F. JOSELYN & SOX.
St. John, N. B., Feb. 18, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— Having used Tuttle's Elixir Liniment for
the past months, am very much pleased with the same, and consider it
one of the best preparations of the kind in the market.
W. JOHNSTON.
St. John, N. B., Feb. 20. 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tattle, Dear Sir.— Would certify that I have used Tuttle's
Elixir in my stables and have no hesitation in pronouncing it the best
liniment known for the horse in cases of sprains, puffs, or cuts. Have
also know of its use by the best American horsemen who can endorse the
above statement. Yours truly, JOHN RYAN,
King Square.
St. John, X. B., Feb. 19, 1897.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have been driving horses for seventeen
years. For sore neck and shoulders I would use no other liniment than
your Elixir. It can't be beat. My wife, who was troubled with neu-
ralgia, and who tried nearly every other liniment, found none that helped
her like your valuable Elixir Liniment. As for your Condition Powders,
I would use no other, and highly recommend them, not only for horses
but also for poultry. Yours truly,
SCOVIL SMITH.
Kentville, N. S. June 9, 1896.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir.— I have used your Elixir in my stable for
some time, supplied by your agent, C. H. R. Crocker, and I can say it is
the best liniment I ever used : and I cheerfully recommend it to any one in
need of a medicine for man or beast. Yours truly,
j. Mcintosh.
South Farmington, Annapolis County, N. S.
Mr. C. H. R. Crocker, Dear Sir.— In answer to your inquiry as to the
value I place on your Tuttle's Elixir, I must say it gave me the best satis-
faction I ever got from any liniment I ever used. The horse I used it on.
had his leg wrenched in the woods lumbering. I only used two bottles
on him and he was all right. Now I keep a bottle on hand all the time,
and I cheerfully recommend it to all horsemen. I remain,
. Yours truly, J. BARNARD BROWN,
P. O. Box, 8.
Waterville, N. S., June 10, 1896.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — This is to say that I used your liniment
and I think it is one of the best. Would use no other when I can get
yours. Yours truly, R. L. PINIO.
Torbrook Mines, N. S., Jan. 28, 1897.
C. H. R. Crocker, Agent for Tuttle's Elixir, Dear Sir. — In reyly to your
inquiry respecting Tuttle's Elixir, I can safely say that it is 'the best
liniment I ever used either for man or beast. I used it on Special Blend
as a body and leg wash according to directions, and I consider there is
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nothing equal to it for that purpose ; and I cheerfully recommend it to
any in need of a liniment. Yours truly, J. B. BORTEAUX.
Ashlawn Farm, Hankport, N. S., June 9, 1896.
C. H. R. Crocker, Dear Sir. — It gives me much pleasure to say a good
word for the valuable remedy, Tuttle's Elixir, that I do not consider my
stable of horses safe without some on hand all the time.
Yours truly, W. C. ZALCOM.
Meadow Yale, Annapolis County, X. S., March 11, 1896.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Dear Sir. — I have been suffering for two years with
rheumatism in my shoulders. Have tried various other liniments and can
frankly say that I could not see as they gave the least particle of relief.
By this time, being very skeptical as regards patent medicines, and think-
ing like many others that there was no cure for rheumatism, was fully
determined not to buy any more liniments. I was however, over-per-
suaded by your agent, C. H. E. Crocker, to try one bottle, and can truth-
fully say that two applications according to directions, entirely cured me.
I suffered the most distracting pain that I could not sleep nights, but
since using your wonderful remedy, when I pillow my head I am soon in
the land of dreams. I wTould not be without Elixir in my house if it cost
five dollars per bottle. Yours respectfully, N. R. XEILEY.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Boston, Mass., Dear Sir. — Having tested your Elixir
for the different purposes for which you recommend it, would say: We
use it on all horses in our department, and I must state that I have not
found one instance where I have not received more benefits than adver-
tised. We adopt it in our whole department. Men as well as horses are
using it, and 1 cannot speak in terms of too high praise of it, as I never
saw its equal.
Yours very truly, M. C. CHADBURN,
Driver of Hironson molly block, Montreal, P. Q.
Dr. S. A. Tuttle, Esq., Dear Sir.— We use a great deal of the Elixir for
a body wash and think it superior to anything we ever saw used when the
horses come in warm. We wet them over with a solution of the Elixir,
putting one bottle into four quarts of water, and put a blanket on a short
time, then scrape them out, and in a very short time we can rub them dry
and they will be warm and nic; don't seem to catch cold, and feel good.
We take a solution of one bottle to two quarts of water and wet their legs,
then bandage over it, and we have pretty fair looking horses. Please
send me by freight, two dozen bottles of Elixir and eight packages of
Condition powders, and four of Worm powders.
Yours truly, CHARLES PALMER,
Webster House, Montreal, P. Q.
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Index.
Page.
Acne 33
Atrophy ' 33
Body wash 66
Bots 43
Bronchitis 53
Callus 34
Capped elbow 34
Capped hock 21
Capped knee 35
Castration G4
Catarrh 54
Circulatory system 49
Colic 44
Constipation 45
Contracted feet 21
Corns 35
Cough • .... 54
Curb 22
Debility 45
Diabetes 46
Diarrhoea 46
Difficult breathing 55
Digestive organs 41 & 42
Diseases of bones and joints . . 21
Diseases of circulatory system . 51
Diseases of digestive organs . . 43
Diseases of external regions . . 33
Diseases of horses, their cure . 17
Diseases of respiratory system . 53
Distemper, see Cough 54
Dropsy 47
Dysentery 47
External regions 30 & 31
Excretory system 52
Epizootic 55
Farcy 55
Fistula 35
Founder, see Laminitis 37
Fracture 23
Galls 36
General hints 14
Page.
Glanders 56
Grease heel 36
Heaves 57
Hide bound 36
Important to Race Horse Owners 6Q
Inflammation, see Capped Knee . 35
Influenza 57
Interfering 37
Introduction 3
Jaundice 48
Lameness 61
Laminitis 37
Lampas 57
Laryngitis 58
Leg wash 66
Loss of appetite 48
Lymphangitis 38
Mange 3S
Mud fever 39
Muscular system . 29
Nasal gleet 58
Navicular disease 23
Nervous system 29
Old sores 39
Over reach 39
Pink eye 58
Pluerisy 59
Pneumonia 60
Poll evil . . .' 39
Proud flesh 39
Quittor 40
Respiratory organs 53
Rheumatism . -24
Ring bone 24
Sand cracks .40
Scratches 40
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IXDEX.
Six Points 18
Six Standard Remedies ..... 5
Skeleton of the Horse . . . 19 & 20
Sore Mouth 48
Sore Shins 25
Sore Throat 60
Sound Horse 68
Spavins 25
Splints 28
Sprains 28
Strangles 60
Testimonials . 71
Thoroughpin 28
Thrush 40
Tuttle's
American Condition Powders 8
American Worm Powders . . 9
Elixir 5
Family Elixir 12
Hoof Ointment 11
White Star Liniment . . . . 10
Vital Importance 6G
Worms 48
Tuttle's Elixir is Used and Endorsed by Adams Express Co,
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