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the breed. The animal should stand well upon its feet, as 

 broken-down pasterns are very objectionable. The usual type 

 color is black, with white on the feet, the tip of the tail, and 

 the face, but fancy points in color are not emphasized so much 

 now as they were formerly. The desire for a larger Poland 

 China hog has led to the development of the spotted or large- 

 boned Poland China, and in some sections this hog has be- 

 come a favorite. It is characterized by large, irregularly shaped, 

 white spots in the black coat and by very large bone, and because 

 of its size, vigor, and hardiness it is a hog of great promise. 



FIG. 200. Duroc-Jerseys ready for market 



524. The Duroc- Jersey. The Duroc- Jersey breed originated 

 in New York and New Jersey and, like the Poland China, is 

 the result of the mingling of several types or breeds. For years 

 there were two types of red hogs, the Durocs of New York and 

 the Jersey Reds of New Jersey. These two types were finally 

 blended, and the breed that resulted was called the Duroc-Jersey 

 (Fig. 200). This hog is much like the Poland China in general 

 conformation. The face is slightly dished. The desirable color 

 is a bright cherry red, but lighter or darker shades are permis- 

 sible. Black spots are objectionable. The breed has long been 

 noted for its fecundity and the motherly instinct of the sows. 



