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Types and Market Classes of Live Stock 



fat at the fore flank are referred to as "slipped," it being commonly, 

 but erroneously, supposed that this condition is due to a very heavy 

 formation of fat along the back which becomes excessive and slips 

 down the ribs to the fore flank. The butcher sharply discriminates 

 against such an excessively fat condition, and the breeder has found 

 that slipped ewes are frequently barren. The market wants a thick, 

 firm covering. Softness indicates a "wasty" carcass. Lambs very 

 seldom become too fat, but yearlings and older sheep may be easily 

 fed until they become soft and overdone. 



biu. 1 3. — Long-wool sheep. Lincoln ram, champion at the Iowa State Fair, 

 owned by A. W. Arnold, Galesville, Wis. 



The style which some mutton sheep possess has an importance 

 similar to style in beef cattle. Furthermore, feeders testify that the 

 lamb or wether with stylish appearance and sprightly gait is usually 

 vigorous and a good feeder, style being to some extent an evidence of 

 constitutional vigor and thrift. 



The fleece of the mutton-type sheep is of secondary importance, 

 yet constitutes an important item of value. The value of the fleece 

 depends upon its length, weight, quality, and uniformity. Weight of 

 fleece depends upon covering, density, length of staple, and the amount 



