‘Gait Keeper’ Gene Mutation Found in Trotting Horses
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
September 13, 2015
Researchers say the ‘Gait Keeper’ gene appears to be responsible for trotters’ success in harness racing.
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Researchers say the ‘Gait Keeper’ gene appears to be responsible for trotters’ success in harness racing.
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