DAGGING Meaning and
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Dagging is a term used in sheep farming and shearing, referring to the process of removing dirty or matted wool from the area surrounding the sheep's rear end. This is done to maintain the cleanliness and hygienic conditions of the sheep's tail and hinder the attraction of flies that might lay eggs in the wool.
When dagging a sheep, the farmer or shearer uses sharp scissors or shears to carefully trim away the soiled or tangled wool around the tail and backside area. This helps prevent the build-up of fecal matter, urine, or other debris that may accumulate in the wool and pose health risks to the sheep. It also ensures the sheep's overall comfort and cleanliness.
Dagging is typically carried out on adult sheep, especially those with long, dense wool that can easily become matted or dirtied. The process requires skilled handling and a calm sheep, as cutting too close to the skin or causing stress to the animal can be harmful. Additionally, dagging is often performed prior to shearing to ensure the best quality wool and prevent contamination during the shearing process.
In summary, dagging is a shearing practice that involves trimming the dirty or matted wool around a sheep's rear end to maintain hygiene, cleanliness, and prevent flystrike.
Etymology of DAGGING
The word "dagging" has a somewhat complex etymology that can be traced back to Old Norse, Middle Low German, and possibly Old English.
The term "dagging" originally referred to the act of thinning or trimming the matted and filthy underwool from a sheep's tail or hindquarters. This process was done to prevent the accumulation of dung or debris on the fleece, keeping the sheep clean and preventing flies from laying eggs in the wool.
The Old Norse verb "daggva" meant "to drip" or "to moisten", and it is believed that this term influenced the development of the Middle Low German word "daggeren", which meant "to make wet" or "to moisten". The Middle Low German word later evolved into "daggen" or "daggenen", referring to the specific practice of cleaning a sheep’s hindquarters.
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