Excerpt from The Management and Diseases of the Dog
Of all the domesticated animals subservient to man, the dog may, without fear of contradiction, be said to stand pre-eminent. His courage, fidelity, usefulness, and companionship attach him to the human race in bonds of lasting endurance.
The field upon which I have entered - "The Management and Diseases of the Dog" - is a large one, and, in comparison with other veterinary subjects, it must be confessed, to the discredit of our Profession, has been inexcusably neglected.
Man"s best animal friend, until Blaine, Youatt, Mayhew, "Stonehenge," and one or two others interested themselves in his welfare, was left to the mercy of individuals who professed a knowledge of subjects of which they were, on all scientific points, totally ignorant.
If in the course of this work my feeble efforts to enlighten the public, and alleviate the sufferings of the canine race are attended with success, I shall feel more than amply rewarded for the labour I have bestowed on the various subjects herein treated of.
I have to acknowledge my obligations to my friend Mr. George Fleming, and Life Guards, for many valuable suggestions offered to me while the work was passing through the press.
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