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Angus, because of its long shaggy coat of hair and rounded, 

 instead of pointed, poll. 



The Galloway dofcs not reach as great size as other breeds. 

 It is an economical feeder, especially in its ability to make use 

 of rough feed and pasture. This characteristic, together with 

 its extreme hardiness, makes it a desirable breed for certain 

 parts of the west and north. In western Kansas, for example, 



An example of the Aberdeen- Angus breed of beef cattle. An Aber- 

 deen-Angus cow. Compare with cow of any dairy breed. 

 (U.S. Department of Agriculture.) 



feeding experiments seem to indicate that the Galloway is 

 superior to all other breeds through its adaptation to the 

 rigorous climatic conditions of this region. Its flesh makes 

 meat of excellent quality. It is next to the Aberdeen-Angus 

 in dressing percentage. 



In winter the hair is very thick and long, and the hide 

 commands a high price. It is tanned and made into robes 



