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consists of two glands, side by side, each of which has one 

 teat. These glands should he of equal size and in normal 

 condition. The udder should be closely attached at the 

 belly, and should not be very pendant, even during lacta- 

 tion. 



The breeding capacity of the ewe is manifested in the 

 depth and spring of rib, in the length and position of rump, 

 and development of udder. The breeding ewe shoiild have 

 considerable depth of body, and the udder should be well 

 developed and in perfect condition. Length of body is also 

 an indication of breeding capacity, the short, close-coupled 

 ewe lacking in this respect. 



The size of the ewe in most favor varies from medium 

 to large, associated with plenty of quality. The tendency 

 among present day breeders is to call for size, especially 

 in the female. Large, symmetrical, matronly looking ewes, 

 with quality, always command a premium, and the judge 

 should give them preference. The undersized ewe is 

 usually an unsatisfactory breeder and is far too common in 

 the flock. 



Fig. 239. — "Large, symmetrical, matronly looking ewes, with quality, 

 always command a premium." Southdown ewe and her seven months' old 

 lamb. 



