"This is common in bitches, and is the result of retention and putrefaction of a dead fetus (pup,) or the introduction of putrid matter through the blood stream. The symptoms are high fever, the nose and mouth are hot, the pulse is quick, the respirations are increased, the eyes are injected, the extremities become cold, and often insensibility and death occur.

"If the treatment is to be of any avail it must be adopted at once. First, remove the cause, if possible, inject the uterus with warm, weak Gondy's Fluid, and give immediately 10 grains to 20 grains of the hyposulphite of soda, in water three times a day. Creasote given in 1 grain to 3 grain doses (made into a pill with a crumb of bread), three times a day is useful; salicylate of soda is also recommended in 10 grains to 0 grains doses, in water, three times a day. The bowels must be relaxed by means of doses of oil, and soap and water enemas. The kennel must be thoroughly cleansed and sanitary, the drains well flushed and a good clean bed provided. The patient must have warmth with plenty of fresh air. The food must be light, such as beef tea and mutton broth, with crumbled stale bread. As the animal approaches convalescence, 1 grain to 2 grains of sulphate of quinine may be given with advantage."

The above is Dalziel's treatment. In lieu of the quinine during convalescence I would use Clayton's, Sergeant's or Dent's Condition Pills.