Lavender foal, lethal white, blindness, and deafness are all color-related genetic problems. Dr. Samantha Brooks explains.
Research is offering more insight into inherited diseases and conditions in our horses. Learn more about HYPP, PSSM, overo lethal white syndrome, lavender foal syndrome, HERDA, SCID, and more.
A horse’s coat color genetics are important not just for aesthetic reasons; they can also have health implications.
By knowing what conditions certain horses are predisposed to, owners and breeders can take preventive steps.
Testing for and identifying which horses could potentially be affected by genetic conditions is important not only for buyers and breeders but also for the overall health of the breed itself.
What’s behind a horse’s coat color? The answer lies in coat color genetics.
Valberg will be the first woman inducted into the Equine Research Hall of Fame.
Testing options include a comprehensive coat color package and a comprehensive disease diagnostic package.
Meconium impaction, ulcers, diarrhea, and other GI problems can arise in foals.
The APHA has introduced the University of California, Davis, as its official genetic testing provider.
Some skin conditions in horses are caused by fungus and bacteria, while others are caused by external factors
Geneticists have created tools and tests that help horse breeders select for healthy foals. Furthermore, access to the equine genome means scientists can examine common diseases and conditions and find ways to prevent (and one day treat) them.
Many DNA sequence variations are fine; they just give rise to the broad spectrum of colors, sizes, and other characteristics we see in the horse population. Some variations, however, cause problems. These might range from a genetic predisposition
“While many outbreaks of respiratory disease in foals are infectious in nature, this is not always the case,” she began. “Environmental factors can have a profound effect.”
Researchers have determined the coat patterns associated with overo lethal white syndrome newborn foals
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