102 Domestio ANIMALS. 
weight at twelve months of age, which latter weight they sel- 
dom exceed. They are clean feeders, and require much less 
than any other breed known. 
For large hogs, a cross between these and the Berkshire is 
very desirable, and is preferred by Western breeders ; but for a 
syaall breeder, or for family use, the pure Suffolks are prefer- 
able.* 
5. The Essee Breed.—The Essex hogs are mostly black and 
white, the head and hinder parts being black and the back and 
belly white. The most esteemed Essex breeds, Youatt says, 
are entirely black, and are distinguished by having small teat- 
like appendages of the skin depending from the under part of 
the neck. They have smaller heads than the Berkshire hogs, 
and long, thin, upright ears; short bristles; a fine skin; good 
hind quarters, and a deep, round carcass. They are also small 
boned, and their flesh is delicately flavored. They produce 
large litters, but are reputed bad nurses. __ 
Fig. 29.270.” 
Tue Essex Hoe. 
6. The Chester Breed.—This breed originated in Chester 
County, Pennsylvania, and is not so widely known as, according 
* Country Gentleman. 
