CHAPTER XXVII. 

 Sheep. 

 This countn- is specially adapted for the rearing Vagous^i 

 of sheep, on account of the clear and dry atmosphere, 

 and sheep are not here subject to the diseases that 

 are prevalent in those countries where the at- 

 mosphere is more humid. 



Breeds 



There are breeds to select from which are suited 

 to the various circumstances and conditions. The 

 farmer must decide this question for himself. 



If the farmer is prepared to give the necessary- 

 care and attention, the chances are that one of the 

 long- wool breeds will be most profitable; but he 

 must be prepared to house these in rainy weather, 

 or their wool, which is long and open, will hang on 

 the animals like a wet blanket, and this is very 

 injurious. 



Select Accord- 

 ing to 

 Conditions. 



Special Care 

 for Long Wool. 



