2010 CA Mid-State Fair
Sheep Docking & Fungus Rules
January 13, 2010 To: From:
Due to blatant disregard of adhering to State Rules for sheep during the 2009 California Mid-State Fair, please be aware of new policy that has been put in place for the 2010 Fair. Most specifically, the violation of the State Rule that was not discovered until too late pertained to market lambs and tail docks. Please be aware that the existing State Rule regarding sheep tail docking will be monitored very closely and strictly enforced upon arrival at the 2010 Fair. The State Rule specifically mandates the following rule: to qualify to exhibit, market lambs and breeding sheep must be docked such that the tail (dock) is healed and can be lifted from the exterior. Lambs that have no dock will not be eligible. Breeding animals born before January 1, 2000 are exempt. This rule will be strictly enforced in 2010 and the official veterinarian designated by the 16th DAA shall make the final determination. All lambs will be checked; market lambs will be examined prior to weighing on the scale, and breeding sheep will be checked in the pens. If a sheep (market lamb or breeding sheep) does not meet the State Rule standards, it will be sent home immediately and disqualified from show competition. Additionally, the following is a new rule adopted as policy for the 2010 Fair: All lambs must have no more than a 3-day fleece and be fully shorn prior to arrival on the Fairgrounds. No wool will be allowed to be left on any areas of the sheep. Lambs will pass through a “check station” for inspection of the tail and examined for any fungus, prior to being allowed on the scale. The official Fair Veterinarian designated by the 16th DAA shall make the final decision. Any lambs showing evidence of fungus shall be immediately rejected and sent off of the Fairgrounds. Please ensure that all leaders, parents, exhibitors, and breeders are informed of these new rules prior to purchasing your 2010 Fair animals.
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