140 Animal Husbandry 
229. Uniformity among feeders. — Cattle chosen for feeding 
purposes should be of uniform age, color, type, breeding, condition, 
and quality. While such uniformity will not add to their ability 
to take on flesh or to make economical gains, it will add materially 
to their general appearance when on the market. Such a lot of 
fat steers will command a much higher price than a similar lot 
of mixed colors, or of mixed types, or of mixed breeding, or even 
of mixed ages. 
DETAIL CHARACTERISTICS OF BEEF CATTLE 
230. Head. — This is usually considered a good index in the 
choice of a feeder. It should be broad and short, as such accom- 
panies a low-set, thick, and wide body; whereas a long, slim face 
is usually associated with a long, slim body. The face and cheeks 
should be full and deep with a broad, strong lower jaw... The nos- 
trils should be large, indicating that there is abundant lung capacity. 
The eyes should be large, promi- 
nent, and mild, indicating a quiet 
temperament. The beefer should 
be quiet, as a restless, nervous 
animal usually proves unsatisfac- 
tory. The forehead should be 
somewhat prominent and covered 
with a mass of wavy hair. The 
ear should be of medium size, 
Fic. 60.—Beef steer of good type. | Pointed, and covered inside and 
out with fine silky hair, and 
should be neatly attached to the head. If horns are present, they 
should be of fine texture and free from coarseness. 
231. Neck. — This should be short and thick, tapering gradually 
from the shoulders to the head. It should be neatly attached to 
the head and smoothly blended with the shoulder. 
232. Forequarters. — The shoulders should be well laid in, 
