82 BREEDS OF SWINE 



Objections. Unhealthy; scurfy; scaly; sores; mange; too 

 fat for breeding purposes; hair harsh and standing up; poor 

 feeders. 



Disposition. Very quiet and gentle; eaisily handled or 

 driven. 



Objections. Wild, vicious, or stubborn. 



REVIEW, 



1. Compare the Duroc- Jersey breed with other lard breeds as to size, 

 color, snout, ears, and legs. 



2. Give an account of the early history of this breed. 



3. Tell of the origin of the compound name. 



4. What are the most important centres for Duroc- Jersey swine? 



5. Tell of the variations in type of this breed. 



6. What can you say of their utility? 



7. Mention several disqualifying points in the judging of pure-bred 

 Duroc-Jerseys. 



8. Contrast the correct form with the objectionable form for hams 

 and rump; sides and ribs; back and loin. 



