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Livestock Judging Terminology

Across
Complimenting the amount of muscle they have in their hip area.
A term for breeding females that have a heftier look. It's all about the combination of a bold rib and a deep body.
This means they have a shorter, thicker, coarser neck.
A term used to describe livestock that have a certain fullness and flexibility in their lower ribcage.
Underdeveloped horns, a unique physical trait that helps distinguish one animal from another, neither contributes nor detracts from value
A term used when a steer doesn't have enough fat cover.
Refers to the amount of swelling, or lack there of, on the animals hock
A term that is used to describe an animal with a narrower or less expansive rib cage, and consequently a less rounded or "barrel-like" body shape.
It can suggest that the hog has more overall product and muscle, making it a desirable trait for both breeding and market purposes.
a term that describes an animal with a big, noticeable chest area. Can be due to extra fat hanging around the chest, or because the animal's breastbone sticks out more than usual.
A term we use to describe the grace and refinement of a breeding female across all livestock species, a nod to the more delicate features and elegance
Where the pin bones sit lower than the hook bones; such a physical trait often impacts the animal's overall balance and aesthetic appeal, and is generally considered undesirable.
a term that describes an animal, whether it's for breeding or market, that has a bigger foot and more bone circumference. Think of it like having a sturdy frame and a solid base.
Displaying a level or even topline, which extends from directly behind the shoulder, over the loin, and out through the hip.
Down
a condition in sheep where there are noticeable bare spots or areas of missing wool on the animal's body.
Refers to an animal's proportionality or symmetry when viewed from the side. It's about the puzzle pieces of the animal's physique fitting together just right.
This condition, also known as being "buck kneed" or "straight kneed," can limit the animal's mobility, comfort, and reach, particularly in the front end
akin to an animal version of a strong, wide-shouldered look, indicative of a well-muscled physique.
This means the animal has a more substantial center body compared to the others
If the pin bones (the ones toward the back) are lower than the hook bones (the ones up front), then the animal is considered to be
Signifies that an animal has reached the right condition for sale, exhibiting the ideal balance of fat cover
refers to the area where an animal's hind leg muscles meet, and is generally seen as a positive trait.