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274. The Guernsey breed is closely related to the Jersey 

 in history and characteristics. The island of Guernsey, 

 the home of this breed, lies only a short distance from 

 that of Jersey, and contains only 12,600 acres of land. 

 On the average, the Guernsey breed runs slightly larger 

 than the Jersey and is coarser in bone. The color is 

 yellowish, brownish, or reddish fawn, with white marking 

 on the limbs and body. The muzzle is commonly buff, 

 and is encircled by a ring of yellowish hair, as are also the 

 eyes. In quality and quantity of milk, the Guernseys are 

 much like the Jerseys. They are claimed to be the hardier 

 and less subject to disease ; and at present (1916) their 

 prices range higher. 



275. The Ayrshire takes its name from the county of 

 Ayr, in southwestern Scotland. It was introduced into 

 the United States most likely by way of Canada, and has 



AYRSHIRE Cow. 



