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JUDGING SHEEP 



right at the rear, just below the extremity of the twist. 

 The size and fulness of the leg of mutton should thus be 

 determined by noting whether the hands meet in encircling 

 the part or whether there is an appreciable lack of so doing. 

 After this examination has been completed the student 

 should be able to picture vividly in his mind an exact model 



Fig. 153. — Determining the development of the leg of mutton. 



of the animal examined. Each animal in the class should be 

 examined in this way and after balancing the points of vital 

 consideration an estimate should be made of the usefulness 

 for the purpose in question, whether for breeding, show or 

 market. 



Fleece. — In judging the fleece it should be opened at three 

 distinct places. It should be examined over the shoulder 



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