Inbred Horses Help Scientists Identify IBH Gene Locations
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
August 11, 2016
Researchers studied a group of related Exmoor ponies to find the chromosomes that could carry IBH-related genes.
Researchers studied a group of related Exmoor ponies to find the chromosomes that could carry IBH-related genes.
By knowing what conditions certain horses are predisposed to, owners and breeders can take preventive steps.
Dr. Sue McDonald talks about the semi-feral pony herd and her current research at the New Bolton Center in Pennsylvania.
Solar foot penetrations involving the joints can be career- and even life-threatening injuries.
Dr. Sue McDonnell shares the origin and purpose of University of Pennsylvania’s semi-feral pony research herd.
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Dr. Sue McDonnell addresses readers’ questions about an older pony’s grumpy behavior and why horses might eat dirt.
The genuine pony displays the traits of centuries of pony progenitors, distinguishing himself from small horse breeds. In general, the pony is the same animal as the horse, yet he has many traits that make him unique.
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