Judging Sheep. 



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Now view the sheep from behind. Place special emphasis on the 

 width of the rump, its straightness and evenness. The thighs 

 should be full and the twist deep. The hind legs should be well 

 placed, strong, and of good size for the individual. (Fig. 6.) 



Fig. 5. — Viewing sheep from side. 



Close inspection of the head: Observe the shape of the head. If 

 the animal is a male, the head should be strong; if female, more 

 refined. Note the width of the face and forehead, the brightness of 

 the eyes, and placement of the ears. (Fig. 7.) Before leaving the 

 head look at the teeth of the sheep to determine age (see page 18). 



Fig. 6. — Viewing sheep from rear. 



When judging rams of hornless breeds, place the fingers in the 

 horn holes to determine whether there is any growth. Rams of 

 hornless breeds should be free of scurs or growth of horns. With 

 the left hand determine whether there is any enlarged growth in the 

 throat known as goiter. (Fig. 8.) 

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