4. Farmers’ Bulletin 1115. 
range. This should happen not less than a month, or better two 
months, before sending them to the show. While making such 
observations members of the poultry club should keep in mind the 
general characteristics of the breed of the birds that are to be 
exhibited. 
Every flock will include individual birds that are outstanding in 
their appearance, that possess the desirable type for the breed, as 
well as desirable color of plumage. These better-appearing birds 
should be caught and carefully examined in detail for undercolor, 
surface color, and for defects and desirable points described in the 
American Standard of Perfection.1 In choosing the candidates for 
Hic, eA poultry-club exhibit. With the development of club work there is much 
competition which results in many entries of excellent fowls. 
the show it should be kept in mind that no fowl is perfect, and that 
the selection is largely a matter of picking those with the least 
defects and the most desirable characteristics. 
Birds that possess absolute disqualifications for the breed or 
variety to which they belong should not under any circumstances 
be sent to the show, for fowls having these disqualifications will not 
even be considered for a place among the winners. In addition to 
the standard requirements as called for, consideration in making 
the final decision should be given to the health, vigor, and general 
appearance of the bird. 
‘The American Standard of Perfection is a book published by the American Poultry 
Association, Fort Wayne, Ind. 
