This breed is distinguished by being in general of a tawny, white, or
reddish color, spotted with black; large ears hanging over the eyes;
thick, close, and well made in the body; legs short; small in the bone;
having a disposition to fatten quickly. When well fed, the flesh is
fine. The above county has long been celebrated for its breed of swine.
The Berkshire breeders have made a very judicious use of the pug cross,
by not repeating it to the degree of taking away all shape and power of
growing flesh, in their stock. This breed is supposed by many to be the
most hardy, both in respect to their nature and the food on which they
are fed. Their powers of digestion are exceedingly energetic, and they
require constant good keep, or they will lose flesh very fast. They
thrive well in the United States, provided, however, due care is
exercised in breeding.