THE JUDGING OF SWINE 



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THE BACON TYPE OF HOG 



The bacon type of hog is produced in comparatively 

 small numbers in the United States; but, on account of the 

 steadily increasing demand for bacon, no doubt more hogs 

 of this sort will be bred in the future in this country. 



A score card for the bacon hog gives a very good idea of 

 the special features emphasized in this type. 



SCORE CARD FOR BACON HOGS. 



Judging the bacon hog requires keeping in mind certain 

 important features wherein this type differs from the lard 

 hog. Bacon is the first consideration. This comes from the 

 sides; the side that is longest and smoothest, with fair depth, 

 therefore, is the most valuable. But bacon must not be 

 heavy in fat; hence the condition of the body must show 

 only a moderate amount of flesh. For these reasons, the 



