This sometimes occurs in pampered house dogs that are old and too fat, and from insufficient exercise which produces constipation and causes straining. The protruding part should be cleansed, pressed back into place, and cold douches used frequently. Diet should be laxative and exercise must be given. If the prolapsis recurs, a stitch of two can be inserted. The diet must then consist entirely of milk.

Prolapsus, or Falling, of the Vagina is characterized by a soft, red swelling, and generally occurs during, or immediately after the period of heat. It must be carefully washed with lukewarm water and gently returned to its place. The following injection should then be used for a few days, and one of the powders given twice a day.

Injections For Prolapsus

Tannic acid and glycerine, 1 ounce; water to make a pint. Or tincture of krameria, 2 drams; water to make 6 ounces. Two ounces to be injected night and morning with a female syringe.

Astringent Powders For Prolapsus

Take gallic acid 18 grains; alum, 12 grains; mix, and divide into six equal powders, and give one twice a day, first dissolving them in hot water, but allowing them to cool before administration. This dose will do for an ordinary sized dog from a setter up to a St. Bernard. Toy doge like a pug and smaller ones, give half powder.

Falling of the vagina must not be confounded with inversion of the womb, which occasionally happens after pupping, and which can only be safely treated by a qualified veterinarian.