Genetic Mutation Behind Albino Donkeys Pinpointed
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
December 15, 2016
A missense mutation is behind the donkeys’ lack of pigmentation, researchers learned.
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A missense mutation is behind the donkeys’ lack of pigmentation, researchers learned.
Meanwhile, no new cases have been confirmed in the unrelated Inyo County incident.
The codes are a guide to preventing and controlling equine diseases that could threaten the breeding industry.
Tests are being run on another Los Angeles County horse and an affected Inyo County horse developed neurologic signs.
Inyo County’s case total has risen to three, while just one horse remains isolated in the Los Angeles County outbreak.
Dr. Glenn Blodgett implemented advanced equine reproductive techniques at the 6666 Ranch with enviable results.
Dr. Katarzyna Dembek is studying how hypothalamic, pituitary, and adrenal hormones relate to disease in newborn foals.
Animal health officials say the case is unrelated to the 13 cases confirmed in Los Angeles County in the past few weeks.
Reproductive health, vaccination status, and nutrition are key to readying your mare to care for her foal.
Androgen receptor gene mutations can make a male fetus develop as a structurally sound filly, at least on the outside.
Carleigh Fedorka presented on biologic therapeutics as a treatment for endometritis in broodmares.
All horses in the high-risk barns tested negative and no additional cases were detected during the 14-day quarantine.
Of the 412 respondents, 193 (47%) said their horses received boosters for equine herpesvirus and influenza this fall.
Foal nutrition can be complicated, making it important for owners to understand newborns’ nutritional needs.
Owners can take several steps to ensure a successful transition from athletic to breeding performance.
The modern Chinese horse originated from horses introduced to China from elsewhere, as well as local stock.
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