FARM ANIMALS. lo;' 



animals hy s\ninu'i.rical clexclopincnt, clcaii-ciiL 

 fc^alurcs, stroiio-, closely knit l)onc, wcll-cK.rim-d 

 jolius. plial)lc clastic skin of mciliuni ihickness 

 and tmc hair, all of which i^o to make up an ap- 

 pearance of general refinement. 



2. Couforinaiion refers to the skeletal and 

 muscular structure; and development of animals. 



3. Constitiiiioii refers to the physical powers 

 of animals, their' ability to withstand hardship 

 :uid disease. It also refers to their ability to 

 remain healthy and produce well on heayy 

 rations. It is inelicated by a broad, deep chest, 

 a well-proportioned head, and a clean-cut 

 muzzle of medium size. A sleek coat of hair, 

 bright (?yes, and alert temperament indicate 

 thrift and general good health. 



4. Toiipcranicnt is the characteristic of ani- 

 mals indicating nervous control and abilit)' and 

 disposition to do work. It is indicated b)' clear 

 eye, graceful carriage, st)le and vigor in action. 

 Terms commonly applied to temperament are 

 lymphatic, nervous, sanguine and bilious. 



5. Capacity is ability of animals to utilize 

 food for the production of milk, meat, wool, 

 speed or strength, as the case ma)- be. It is 

 indicated by good appetite, depth and width of 

 barrel ( well-developed digestive apparatus ), and 

 disposition to utilize food. 



6. Early Maturity is a term applied to the 



