Sheep
Goat
Cow
Poultry
All Things 'Fair'
100

This is the first thing a showman should do when entering the ring with their sheep

Walk Around the Ring in a Clockwise Fashion

100

Goats should always be led using this piece of equipment

A collar or lead
100

This is the piece of equipment used to control a dairy cow in the ring

A halter

100

When handling poultry, always do this first to calm the bird

Approach calmly and speak softly

100

This is the official name of the group that hosts showmanship camps, youth fairs, and animal projects

4-H

200

This is the term for when a sheep is positioned squarely on all four legs

What is "set up"

200

This is how you should set your goat’s legs when stopping for inspection

Squarely under the goat’s body

200

This is the ideal position for a showman to stand while leading their cow

Left side of the animal, near the shoulder

200

This is the correct way to carry a chicken in the show ring

With one hand under the breast and one over the wings

200

This is where you should always look when showing your animal

At the judge
300

This piece of equipment is commonly used to keep a sheep still during fitting and grooming

Sheep Trimming Stand

300

This is the side of the goat you should start leading from

Left

300

A well-groomed cow should have this trimmed to show cleanliness and care

The tail switch or hooves

300

You must wear this in order to show a chicken

Long sleeve white shirt that is tucked in

300

The document you should read to make sure you’re following all fair rules

Fair Handbook and Exhibitor Handbook

400

In showmanship, sheep are typically led using this body part

Under the Jaw or Head

400

This is how the showman should hold the collar on the goat

In your right hand with your palm facing up

400

The proper way to stop and pose a cow is called this

Setting Up

400

These are the three types of chicken found at Cornell Cooperative Extension

Buff Orpington, Barred Rock, and Jersey Giants

400

The name of the fair 4-H shows at

Gouverneur Fair (or Saint Lawrence County Fair)

500

This is the best way to brace a sheep for the judge to evaluate muscle tone

Pressing your knee into the sheep’s chest while applying backward pressure

500

This is the proper way to switch sides when a judge walks around the goat for inspection

Walk around the front of the goat, maintaining eye contact with the judge

500

This type of show ring movement is used when circling the judge

A clockwise circle with the cow to your right and your eyes on the judge

500

This is how a judge expects the bird to be posed during a showmanship demonstration

Standing upright with wings flat and feet evenly placed

500

This term describes the overall appearance, preparation, and behavior of a showman

Showmanship

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