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on the thigh. (Fig. 20.) In unit ion breeds the quality and character 

 of t tu* wool in the thigh should be as near like that on the shoulder 

 as possible, and free from coarse fibers or kemp. In fine-wool 

 breeds, examine the fleece also a< the dock, on the belly, and other 

 parts. 



When handling rains it is advisable to notice the scrotum. Both 

 testicles should be normally developed. With ewes, examine the 

 udder; if it is hard, or otherwise defective, some deduction should 

 be made. 



Fig. 18.— Determining leg development. 



In judging fat sheep, note particularly whether the individual is 

 "overdone." An excessive quantity of soft, loose fat over the ribs 

 and sides indicates this condition and counts against the individual. 



DETERMINING AGE OF SHEEP BY THE TEETH. 



It is important to be able to tell the approximate age of sheep by 

 the teeth. Though it is not always possible to determine the exact 

 age in this way, a fairly close estimate can be made. A little practice 

 will soon enable one to tell the age fairly well. 



