422 JUDGING SHEEP 



the strong musky odor of the common goat. Specimens of 

 the breed are comparatively small in size, although reason- 

 ably strong in constitution, especially after attaining the age 

 of two months. The fleece is exceptionally long in well-bred 

 individuals and does not possess felting qualities like wool. 

 The fleece is shed each spring if not shorn. This should be 

 considered in judging when in this shedding condition. While 

 some Angoras are colored it is rather a rare characteristic in 

 well-bred specimens. Colored spots on the skin are very 

 objectionable. 



The sex characteristics should be portrayed the same as 

 in other animals. The males should possess a broad, strong 

 head, rather large horns, a full neck, and a broad, deep body. 

 Femininity is indicated by bright expressive eyes, incurving 

 facial outlines, and a general appearance of refinement. 



Adaptation. — ^Angoras seem especially adapted to a dry 

 climate, although they are found in nearly every State in the 

 Union. Large flocks are maintained through the west and 

 southwest, principally in New Mexico and Texas. With good 

 care they will adapt themselves to a wide range of conditions. 



Standard op Excellence for Angora Goats 



Points. 



Fineness and Lustre of Fleece: 



Extra Good 20 



Good . . 14 



Medium . . 8 



Quantity of Fleece; 



Extra Good . 20 



Good 14 



Medium . . 8 



Freedom from Kemp: 



Extra Good 20 



Good . 14 



Medium ... 8 



Size of Bone, Breadth and Depth of Carcass: 



Extra Good 20 



Good 14 



Medium . 8 



Constitution and Form: 



Extra Good . 20 



Good . 14 



Medium 8 



Total points for perfect animal 100 



Total points for good animal 70 



Total points for medium animal 40 



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