Genetic Selection for Gaits in the Horse

Quality and cadence of various locomotion patterns are extremely valuable traits in horses. Breeds like the Tennessee Walking Horse, Florida Cracker Horse, Mangalarga Marchador, and Icelandic Pony are prized and selected for unique intermediate-speed locomotion patterns. What if genetics could help...

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Main Authors: Laura Patterson Rosa, Carissa Wickens, Samantha A. Brooks
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2017-07-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/104369