Traits for the Guinea Jerseys

I have spent a great deal of time looking for remedies that our ancestors used years ago, after speaking with some of the best of breeders here are a few things that we came up with: If you would like to pass along helpful hints e-mail us at info@minijersey.org

Animal cuts/sores or smashed teats	Take a pint of warm water, put in a few teaspoons of salt and vinegar and wash the would several times a day. The salt takes soreness out and the animal is less likely to rewound themselves with out the burn and itch. Ralph Martin
Scours in calves	Take a fresh laid egg (not refrigerated) and crack it into the calves mouth. NO shell. This seems to work to sooth the stomach and gives a little extra protein for an ailing animal. If by the next day the animal is not better give him another egg around the same time of day. If the calf now is a little to stiff the give him some molasses. Annette Hester
Stimulate Milk production	Put a large handful of holy thistle in a bucket of water. Let sit overnight. Strain and give the animal the tea to drink in the morning . This keeps the animal calm and helps to increase milk.
Mastitis Treatment	Mastitis is and inflammation of the teat. Entry of the germ may be through the nipple. There are often cracks of the nipple. The disease may cause distention of the bag and can be very painful. Washing the nipples before milking is important. Adding softening cream to nipples helps keep the healthy. Apply a hot compress of thyme tea to he teat. Add 1/4 cup of dried thyme to 2 cups boiling water. Steep 30 minutes. Strain and reheat. Dip cloth in liquid and apply as a compress. Repeat as necessary. Mix slippery elm powder with enough water to form a paste. Apply to a clean cloth and place on affected area.
Protect Grain from bugs	Place a handful of bay leaves in cheesecloth and store with your grain.
Fly Repellant	Pennyroyal makes an effective and safe fly repellant. Put a large handful of pennyroyal on a pint of water. Boil for five minutes. Mix the liquid with equal amount of mineral oil.. Add dishwashing liquid and shake. Spray on the animal and in stalls.
Mice repellent	Add one tablespoon of Tabasco sauce and 1/2 cup of soap detergent to one gallon of water. Use this to spray around the bottom of the barn inside and out.
Get rid of Mice	Fill a bowl of instant potatoes and place it with a bowl of water to drink. The mice will eat this and drink water, bloat and die.
Rabbit repellent	Take cow manure and put it in water pour it over plants you want to protect. It gives them a nice boost as well.

Color	Light fawn to red to dark brown to shades of black. Some white is permissible.
Head	Broad forehead, tapering gracefully toward the muzzle with a dish face. Strong lower jaw with jaws meeting properly. Eyes should be bright and prominent, wide spread and bulging. Thus saying, "Rabbit-Eyed Jersey."
Neck	Well set into the shoulders, not too thick or too short.
Horns	Guinea Jersey's are a naturally polled animal, however, Miniature Jerseys with horns are acceptable.
Body	Well-proportioned regarding height to length. The small Jersey should resemble their larger counterpart completely in every aspect as to dairy type and individual. The typical cow will be refined, feminine appearance with ample sub- stance. A straight underline with udder firmly attached front and rear with strong center support. Udder and teats should be at moderate size with teats of equal size squarely placed on an udder with clearly defined halving. Animals should exhibit sharpness with strength indicating productive efficiency. Udder should show traits that contribute to high milk yield and a long productive life. The typical bull will show a masculine appearance with ample sub- stance. Disposition should be very docile and quiet. Gentleness is a must. Their legs will be short to moderate, but not excessively long, and well placed under the body; forelegs straight and squarely placed hind legs nearly perpendicular from hock to pastern when viewed from the side and straight when viewed from the rear. Feet short, well rounded with deep heel, level sole, and toes properly spaced.
Weight	Cows at three years of age and over should not exceed 700 pounds live weight. Bulls at three years of age and over should not exceed 800 pounds live weight.
Height	Mature animals must be 42" or under at three years of age to be classified as miniature, or over 42" up to 48" at maturity to be classified as Mid-Size. Measurement is taken at the hip.
Breeding	Must be approved breeding - an animal must not be the result of inbreeding (inbreeding is defined as more than 50% influence of an ancestor).