Questions as to whether the genetic structure of the population has become compromised can now be addressed with powerful genomic tools.
Breeding
A UK study determined that accurate traceability of racehorses across their racing and post-racing careers is essential for their well-being.
Jesse Korona took a chance on a nice broodmare in foal to young sire Omaha Beach; the result was the Plate star Caitlinhergrtness.
If you have never seen a white, palomino, cremello or overo Thoroughbred you are not alone, as they are quite rare.
A closer look into the meaning of Federico Tesio's “common sense” approach to pedigree analysis and influential mating strategies.
This highly-contagious infection affecting susceptible foals can be hard to control during an outbreak; researchers are developing new vaccines.
Equine Herpesvirus 1 does everything it can to circumvent and trick the immune response, making better vaccines difficult to produce.
Helping foals survive and thrive who have lost or been rejected by their dams, from birth to four months of age.
Ontario owners can once again use Sales Credits earned through Ontario Racing’s TIP to support their Yearling Sale purchases.
Young horses need highly-concentrated nutrients from high-quality hay and/or pasture, commercial feeds and ration balancers.
With the King's Plate looming, Tony Romanelli shares the story of a horse named Fuzzer who will be running in Canada's oldest race on August 20th.
The three-year-old Reload gelding's undefeated season continues with four wins including the first two legs of the Ontario Sires Heritage Series.
Thanks to Ontario Racing’s TIP awards, breeder Ericka Rusnak has continued to profit from the son of Society’s Chairman successes.
A study at WCVM could influence how breeders and veterinarians manage equine abortions, and warn the disease can be a threat to humans.
Some leading breeders detail their regimens for ensuring their stallions are healthy and ready for the rigours of the breeding season.
