Question

What is shearing ? Why is grease applied to the body of sheep during shearing ?

Answer 1

SHEARING-
It is the process of removal of hair coat from sheep or any other animal.

Grease is applied for the ease of cutting as razor would work smoothly then

Answer 2

Shearing is the process of removing the woolen fleece from a sheep's body.

Grease is applied to the body of sheep during shearing because:

• The process of shearing requires the usage of various tools to remove the fleece in one piece only.
• The tools used, like razors and scissors, require lubrication to glide smoothly over the sheep's body.
• The fleece is a thick layer. Grease is used to ease the process and also to avoid hurting the animal from equipment.