Measuring mRNA markers might offer an economical, effective, and noninvasive way to detect horses at risk of catastrophic injury.
A Brazilian researcher recommends genetic testing of mares showing “stallionlike” behavioral characteristics or infertility.
A study found inflammatory response in horses depends not on the deworming drug used but rather on the parasites present at the time of treatment.
Learn about the genetic test every American Quarter Horse Association breeding stallion must undergo and the five diseases it screens for.
A genomic study of horses with CIA found the condition is highly heritable. Here’s what else the researchers learned about horses that don’t sweat.
This is the first genetic variant for hypoparathyroidism identified in any domestic animal species. Testing is now available.
An equine genetics company is expanding a study about kissing spines in horses. The deadline for sending samples is Oct. 10.
Some of the Arabians in a far-reaching genomic study had as much as 62% of their DNA coming from Thoroughbreds.
Does your horse have thin soles? Here’s how to manage his feet to help keep him sound.
What would be the best plan for handling a foal whose dam is being covered by a stallion?
One researcher describes what we know about the receiving mare’s effect on the foal in embryo transfer scenarios.
How to feed, house, and even exercise your mommy-to-be.
How can you collect colostrum and save it for future use, and how long can you keep it? A veterinarian weighs in.
Dwarfism in horses causes major health challenges, leading to a heightened risk of functional handicaps, nutritional disorders, chronic pain, and serious welfare concerns.
Two leading genetics researchers described current and upcoming tests for a variety of heritable equine conditions.
Dr. Regina Turner shared her favorite breeding-related studies on topics ranging from foaling prediction to estrus suppression.
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