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Beginners guide to horse genetics
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A guide written for horse breeders and enthusiasts who have an interest in horse genetics but no formal training in genetics. It is a gentle introduction to genetics as it particularly relates to horse breeding. The text is supported by a glossary.
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Introductory price of only $6
 
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The author noticed over the years where mistakes and misunderstandings often occur among self taught enthusiasts, and has addressed some of the more important of these. This guide will help you to get the all important foundation knowledge right, so that you can go on to develop your interest with confidence.
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"I have known Glynis for many years while she was a research student studying for her PhD, and later as member of staff teaching students and as a co-author with myself for a textbook on genetics, in Aberystwyth University. She is one of those very rare people who have a complete understanding of the science of genetics, and with a particular enthusiasm for all aspects of the genetics of horses. She is also an excellent communicator, in both the spoken and the written word."
Neil Jones
Professor Emeritus, Genetics
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In this guide you will learn what horse genetics is and basics about inheritance. You will learn about genes and alleles, and how not to confuse and misuse this terminology. This is an ofen occurring mistake that leads people to muddle up their genetic predictions, for example about foal colours.
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“Dr Glynis ... is an experienced and effective teacher, and I strongly recommend her as a tutor of horse genetics."
Dr Glyn Jenkins
Senior Lecturer, Aberystwyth University
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There is an explanation of the “genetic lottery” and different types of breeding, including outbreeding, inbreeding, linebreeding and outbreeding between inbred lines. The risks of inbreeding are discussed, including in relation to line breeding. There is a discussion of what you can do to help avoid the risks of inbreeding, including using modern genetic tests to help you make informed decisions.
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"Dr. Glynis Giddings writes well and is an experienced university-level educator."
Dr. Ernie Bailey
Equine Geneticist, University of Kentucky
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The roles of parents in determining foal characteristics are considered, as well as the role of the environment. There is a brief introduction to some of the basics of colour genetics.
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The author has over 25 years experience of genetics research and teaching, including in horse genetics. She has taught and examined thousands of students from diploma to doctorate level, and is the co-author of the 'Essentials of Genetics' textbook. She has many scientific publications and has also published popular science and magazine articles, including several on the subject of horse genetics.
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Introductory price of only $6
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