Some say you’re born into it, others say you pick it up as a hobby. I for one believe I was born into it. Being a third generation farming family definitely had a role in raising market show pigs. Raising show pigs is and has always been a blessing for many families. You don’t have to be born in the heart of Oklahoma to raise a Grand Champion market pig. Having the correct knowledge about the industry, feeding regiment, and the proper showman etiquette will help a person greatly.
Before you make the decision to purchase a market pig at a barn sale or online auction you should have the correct knowledge of the breeds that are out there. There are a total of eight common breeds of show pigs. These eight breeds can be divided into two groups judging by their ears. Breeds of pigs with droopy ears are: Chester White, Duroc, Poland China, Spot, and Landrace. Chester White pigs are known for their structural soundness, mothering ability, and droopy ears. A pig cannot be classified as a Chester White if it has erect ears or any other color spot larger than a silver dollar. Durocs, just like Chester Whites, have ears that are droopy, they also possess a color of reddish brown but the darkness of their hair and skin can vary. They are mainly known because they are good mothers and have a very lean carcass. Poland China pigs are another marked up breed of pig and they must be black with only six white points. These points are on their face, feet, and end of tail. The last breed of pigs with droopy ears is the Spot breed. I’m sure you can already guess that these pigs have spots all over their bodies. Spots must have black and white hair and their ears cannot be solid black. Landrace is a breed that originated in Finland that is white with ...
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In his article “Boss Hog: The Dark Side of America’s Top Pork Producer,” (Rolling Stone Magazine, December 14, 2006) Jeff Teitz reports that not only are millions upon millions of pigs being abused and slaughtered each year by America’s largest pork producer, but, in turn, the waste produced by those pigs is polluting, destroying, and even killing others. Teitz begins by revealing that Smithfield Foods, the world’s most profitable pork processor, killed 27 million hogs last year, which is roughly equivalent to the entire human populations of America’s thirty-two largest cities. As Teitz delves deeper into statistics, he explains that more fecal matter is produced from half a million pigs at one Smithfield subsidiary than the 1.5 million residents of Manhattan, and in just one year Smithfield’s total waste discharge is enough to fill four Yankee Stadiums.
Although there is a lot that goes into showing and raising livestock, specifically show pigs, it is one of the most fun experiences that a person could have! When you think of raising pigs, most people wouldn’t think about all of the time, money, and equipment that are needed for this project, but in the end, all of that will pay off. Before deciding to join the “show pig world”, you should consider picking out that perfect hog, taking proper care of your pig, and showing your pig properly at the county fair or jackpot show!
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Through use of language, the pigs appeal to the animals basic hopes and desires of a better life and a better future. They make others work extremely hard, while they themselves rest and unfairly reap most of the benefits of the work. For example, “Now comrades,... to the hayfield! Let us make it a point of honor get in the harvest more quickly than Jones and his men do.” Later in chapter three, Squealer is sent to justify the pigs selfishness and to convince the animals that the pigs are working in their favor. He said, “You do not imagine, I hope, that we pigs are doing this in a spirit of selfishness and privilege? Many of us actually dislike milk and apples...Milk and apples contain substances absolutely necessary to the well-being of a pig...the whole management and organization of this farm depend on us.” This how the animals are persuaded to believe almost anything without question.
The pigs are thought of as the smartest animals by the rest of the animals.
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...ll return. By cleverly inducing fear into the animals, the pigs are able to convince them to agree with and support anything they suggest.
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The pigs were given larger amounts of food, and even lived in better conditions than the
If breakfast was “ham and eggs”, are you the chicken or the pig? Being a chicken means you really haven't tried. Or put much effort into trying to learn and catch on what your teacher teaches you. Being a pig means that you gave it your all, and tried your best to keep your grades up. You didn't let anything stop you from learning and doing all your homework. Like asking questions.
“No question, now, what had happened to the faces of pigs? The croutes outside looked from pig to man, and from man to pig and from pig to man again; but already it was impossible to say which was which.”
...reader is also able to witness that all the houses that the pigs build in the story are very small and look like they lack quality. The author goes on to show through the last pig that makes his house out of bricks that it is possible for the lower class to overcome struggle. The author goes on to also portray the pigs as beggars as they search for material to build their homes. Once again trying to be more reader friendly the revisions of the tale, such as the version by Wood, we witness the pigs in a very upper-class status. Although the mother sends the children off she makes sure that they are dressed very well. The pigs dress with bowties and coats and walk out on their adventure with their head proudly held high. What really stuck me as upper-class status was when the last pigs use cement to build is house, which in the end turned out to look like a mansion.
Tigers, lions, giraffes, and other exotic animals are rarely seen in the wild. However the public, without humans and/or animals being harmed at the same time, can see exotic animals when a zoo opens. Zoos for many are a wonderful experience, but to others they see the animals as being treated poorly and not able to roam free. These people do not consider the beneficial sides of zoos. Zoos around the world help species that have been endangered by protecting and caring for them. Otherwise they would have became extinct and killed for their valuable fur or feathers. Zoos were created for a purpose that needed to be filled. If there were no purpose for them they would have not been created. Zoos are needed and if there is a need in this world, the spot will most likely be filled without hesitation. Some zoos were not trained properly and do not treat their animals very well. Some bad zoos do not feed their animals enough and keep them in a confined cage. Although some zoos are harmful for both animals and people, many of them are good zoos and take care of their animals better than most people take care of them selves. It is amazing to be able to see such care and love are associated with zoos. Not only do zoos help the endangered animals they also help people learn to respect such amazing creatures. Zoos are a good attribute to society because they promote education, research, protect, conserve, and outlook.