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Equine Kissing Spines Gene Found
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Sep 21, 2022
Researchers discovered a connection between Chromosome 25 and the presence of kissing spines in horses.
Read MoreBiomarkers for Equine Athletes
by Equine Disease Quarterly | Jul 31, 2022
How can biomarkers be used to help improve performance and reduce injury risk in horses?
Read MoreWhy Allergic Reactions Occur
by Shoshana Rudski | Jul 20, 2022
An overactive immune system, environmental factors, genetics, and exposure all contribute to equine allergies.
Read MoreEyelash Malformation Genetic Variant Identified in Friesians
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 13, 2022
Friesian breeders can test for the variant to implement early veterinary management and avoid breeding carriers.
Read MoreAdvances in Understanding the Pathophysiology of Placental Disease
by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment | Jun 4, 2022
Techniques that allow researchers to understand the underlying mechanisms of disease include genetic analyses, RNA sequencing, and advanced proteomics and lipidomics.
Read MoreGenomic Study Links Whorls and Behavior in Horses
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Apr 3, 2022
If you suspect your horse’s hair whorls have something to do with his personality, you might be right.
Read MoreModern Horses ‘Remember’ Their Original Predators’ Voices
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Aug 1, 2021
Researchers monitored mares’ heart rate responses to sounds of certain predators. Here’s what they found.
Read MoreStudy: Gray Horse Gene Has ‘Surprising’ Mutation Pattern
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jul 23, 2021
Research results could lead to better identification of horses likely to gray early or pass on gray-with-age genes and a clearer understanding of how the mutation affects horses’ health.
Read MoreEquine Innovators: Horse Breeds and Genetic Variation
by Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director | Jun 29, 2021
Three scientists discuss genetic variation in horse breeds, why it’s important, and what we’ll learn from the Thoroughbred Genetic Diversity project.
Read MoreACOX1 Gene Linked To Racehorse Performance, Breed Survival
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 20, 2021
Researcher: ACOX1 might factor into energy metabolism that contributes to the different needs of certain breeds, including Thoroughbreds and Arabians, as well as “rustic” breeds capable of surviving harsh conditions.
Read MoreHow To Get a Horse’s Coat To Dapple
by Clair Thunes, PhD | May 31, 2021
A dappled coat has long been a sign of optimum equine health and good nutrition, but the reality behind dappling is more complicated. Our equine nutritionist offers advice on bringing out the bloom in your horse’s coat.
Read MoreIn Donkeys, Breeding White With White Could Be Lethal
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 14, 2021
Researchers believe breeding two white-spotted donkeys could lead to embryonic loss, fetal abortion, or the death of a young foal.
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