THE KIND OF STOCK TO BUY 



moderate size. But In consequence of this pro- 

 tection they are pugnacious and better able to 

 defend themselves. 



Breed, however, is not so important as 

 proper care and a thorough knowledge of the 

 beast. Sheep are particularly sensitive to 

 neglect and poor feeding, and need judicious 

 looking-after. 



As to the innumerable breeds of fowls, it 

 would be almost impossible to go into the par- 

 ticular virtues of each kind. The principal 

 breeds for market purposes are the White and 

 the Barred Plymouth Rocks, Light Brahmas, 

 White Wyandottes, and White Leghorns. 

 There are others whose flesh is as toothsome as 

 those mentioned, but the market prefers a white 

 feathered fowl with yellow skin and legs. The 

 combination of White Plymouth Rocks or 

 White Wyandottes, Light Brahmas, and White 

 Leghorns (single comb) is an ideal one, for it 

 gives the chance to supply the market with eggs, 

 broilers, and roasters every month of the year. 

 The Rock and Wyandotte are excellent layers 

 of fine large brown eggs, and in addition to 



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