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MANUAL OF FARM ANIMALS 



desired end without the extra expense, such as by the use of 

 sown pastures. 



Providing shade. — Sheep on pasture should be given pro- 

 tection from the sun. They are fond of shade and will seek it, 



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Fig. 125. — Southdown Ewe. First pri;5e ewe, International Live Stock Show, 

 1909. Owned by Chas. & Jas. Leet, Mantua, Ohio. 



The native home of the Southdown breed of mutton sheep is in England. This 

 breed is noted for its rapid maturing qualities, and its delicious mutton. In 

 outward appearance the animals are perfect. In weight the rams average 

 about 175 pounds, and the ewes 135 pounds. As a wool breed it occupies a 

 subordinate place, the fleece not weighing much over 4 to 8 pounds. 



even though all they can find is that provided by the shade of a 

 wire fence-post. They will spend much of the time in the shade 

 during the heat of the day. Unlike cattle, the shade tree is not 

 sufficient for sheep, artificial shade being much preferred. The 



