To these officers is confided the veterinary supervision and care of animals, and it is their duty to bring to the notice of commanders any measure necessary for the health and condition of the animals under their professional care. Veterinary hospitals are established on the L. of C. to which sick and injured animals are sent for treatment. When fit for duty they are transferred to the nearest remount depot for disposal. All animals including slaughtered cattle before being utilized by troops will be examined by a veterinary officer as to freedom from disease. No charge will be made for shoeing public animals.
Hair falls out in circular patches.
Clip affected parts and burn clippings. Apply tincture of iodine, if available, paraffin or soft soap to spots. Disinfect harness etc. Marked skin irritation. Horse bites and rubs himself against any available object.