Dairy Cow Evaluation Quiz

Which trait in the Rear Feet and Legs category is evaluated for a straight line from the hock to the pastern?

• Movement

• Rear Legs-Side View

• Rear Legs-Rear View

• Thurl Position

Which part of the cow is evaluated for having a deep flank in the Dairy Strength category?

• Ribs

• Thighs

• Chest

• Neck

In the Frame category, what is the ideal position of the tail head?

• Below the pins

• Above the pins

• Level with the pins

• Recessed

What is the focus of the Udder Balance and Texture evaluation?

• Udder depth

• Teat placement

• Udder floor level

• Fore udder attachment

What is the percentage allocation for the Udder category in the scorecard?

• 15%

• 25%

• 30%

• 40%

Which part of the cow is evaluated for having a wide and deep structure in the Dairy Strength category?

• Ribs

• Barrel

• Thighs

• Neck

What is the focus of the Rear Feet and Legs category?

• Udder capacity

• Skeletal structure

• Mobility

• Dairy strength

What is the minimum weight for a mature cow in milk for the Holstein breed?

• 1200 lbs

• 1400 lbs

• 1500 lbs

• 1300 lbs

What is the characteristic color of the Guernsey breed?

• Deep cherry red

• Fawn with white markings

• Black and white

• Red or any color with no black markings

Which breed is described as having a color that is solid cherry red with white markings thoroughly defined?

• Brown Swiss

• Guernsey

• Ayrshire

• Holstein