The significance of an achondroplasia-like condition met with in cattle

Abstract

The Dexter is a breed of the smallest cattle in Great Britain. Formerly it was indigenous to the south and south-western districts of Ireland, but of late years it has become increasingly popular in England. Its general appearance, as defined in the terms of the standard of excellence laid down in the Kerry and Dexter Herdbook, is as follows:— Head short and broad, with great width between the eyes and tapering gracefully towards the muzzle which should be large with wide distended nostrils. Eyes bright, prominent, and of a kind and placid expression. Neck short, thick, and deep, and well set into the shoulders, which, when viewed in front, should be wide, showing thickness through the heart, the breast coming well forward.