The Louisiana cotton-boll. [volume] (Vermilionville [i.e. Lafayette], Attakapas, La.) 1872-1883, 1876-01-26
.llsl FoRr oIs FARM STOCK.

as appiled to the various animals OF the
farm, and especially that most useful Of
al others, the COW? Is there fore
thought to keep them comfortable du.
ring the cold and storms of a rigorous
winter, when they depend upon man so
much more than at other seasons? The
animal which is of greatest profit to its
owner, which increases most in bulk or
flesh, gives the most milk OF does the
most work, is that one Of easy disposi-
ton in comfortable circumstances.
The profit and interest of all farmers
and stock owners. would be promoted,
as well as kindness engenderd, by study
ing to promote the comfort of our
stock. There are a variety of ways in
which this may be done to the econo-
MIXING of our cwn profit. The follow
ing hints nrtt7 seFze sss 3 guide te
others:
First in the list would place regu-
larity in everything, especially in feed
ing and watering. When stock are
fed at irregular intervals, they con-
sumo more, with less profit to them
selves on their owners; they are con-
stantly on the lookout for a new sup
ply, and a constant uneasiness is the
result When there is a stated hour
for feeding, and regularity and pune
tuality is strictly observed the animals
appetite is regulated in accordance;
the food is taken with relish, and
when eaten the stock are under no
anxiety till the next feeding hour
comes around. Instead of uneasiness,
there is ruminating quietness, which
is always favorable to good and per-
feet digestion and assimilation. All
animals (even the filthy hog) are ma
t,irally cleanly; therefore they should
be kept clean. Cleanliness is antagon-
istic to vermin life, as all vermin
seem to thrive in filth. Most animals
are fond of being cmded and rubbed,
when done gently; this not only pro-
notes cleanliness, but also tends to
keep the skin loose and healthy, and
the pores open and free. The Office of
the skin is to perform some of the
most important functions of the body
through its pores much matter is ex-
uded that might otherwise prove det-
rimental to health. Therefore it be-
comes evident that if the pores are
elogged, by being covered with filth,
they cannot perform this Office, and
health suffers accordingly Keep all
the animals clean, then, by suitable
bedding, cleansing their stalls and pens,
and by carding, rubbing and wash
ing, where necessary. A good bed of
dry litter, straw, meadow hay, sawdust
or the like, with q we'll ventilated,
warm stall, or pen, promotes comfort;
wonderfully, and also cleanliness of
the animal Stalls, stables, and pens
need frequent cleaning, daily at least,
in winter when occupied. Means must
be provided for conducting off all
liquid voidings where it may be used as
a fertilizer for the soil. In pleasant
weather stock should be allowed to
spend a few hours daily in the open
air and sun, as continued confinement
to the stall is irksome; sunshine is
stimulating to all the natural fanc-
tons, is better than medicine, and es-
sential to full health. All stables
should have more Of it, especially
those for horses.
Kindness to animals in every respect
Is as highly appreciated, apparently,
as ameng the human family, therefore
keep the animals in good humor your
self. The man who makes practice
Of judiciously fondling his stock in the
yard or stable, has a more orderly, good
natured stock than he who cannot pass
them by, without venting his spleen by
a kick or curse upon some poor, unof-
Tending brute. In the one case the ami
mails are all rejoiced to see him, and are
quiet among themselves, seldom crowd
ing each other, except as to show their
appreciation for their master and
keeper; in the other case they partake
of the disposition of master, are cross,
hook and kick each other and itstead
Of expressing pleasure at the appear
ance Of the owner, are apt to partake
Of his disposition, returning his greet
ing In kind. Therefore keep the
stock comfortable by kindness in every
respect and at al times. ". H White,
IN Country Gentleman.
HOGS WANT SULPHUR.
VIE her hogs require sulphur as an.
essential to health, or whether it is
sought by them as a eondiment, may
not lie discovered. But one thing is.
true, they devour it with greed when
ever it is to be found. It is for this
purpose, probably, that they can eat
large quantities of soft coal, which CON
taiDs a large amount Of sulphur. Per-.
haps this is the most economical method
Of supplying hogs with sulphur during
winter, when they require a good deal
of carbon. But in summer it is bestt0
feed It to them in substances which
contain less carbon, on accountof their
producing less heat. Mustard isene Of
the best things for this purpose, and
some of ii should be sosm III every pas
ftlre into which hogs are turned If
hogs are kept in, or are IN small llyar.is,
It Is well to supply them with the wild
mustard thar grows in the fields or
highways, or to cultivate some oi' the
better varieties for them. They viii
cit its leaves, It's flowers, seeds and
stalks, Home oIaa7ldl.
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