Linear traits have been used in animal breeding since the 1970s, but their routine
assessment for selection purposes varies among species, breeds, and breeding …

The diagnosis of lameness requires a detailed knowledge of anatomy, an understanding of
kinetics and kinematics, and an appreciation for geometric design and resultant forces. A …

Simple Summary The athletic career of a horse is relatively short. Career length can be
positively influenced by the trainer and the age at which the horse starts competition. There …

Background For centuries, morphology has been the most commonly selected trait in
horses. A 3D video recording enabled us to obtain the coordinates of 43 anatomical …

The quality of equine performance can be influenced by pain, whether or not that results in
overt lameness. Recognition of low-grade lameness is challenging, but with careful …

Reasons for performing study: Warmblood horse studbooks aim to breed horses with a
conformation that will enable elite future sports performance, but reduce the risk of early …

Making a morphological pre-selection of Pura Raza Español horses (PRE) for dressage is a
challenging task within its current breeding program. The aim of our research was to design …

During a pre-purchase examination (PPE) there is always a debate about how clinical
findings of the hoof different from ideal should be interpreted in relation to future lameness …

Left-right symmetrical distal limb conformation can be an important prerequisite for a
successful performance, and it is often hypothesized that asymmetric or uneven feet are …

Reason for performing study: Foot stance in grazing significantly influences hoof
conformation and development from foal to yearling age. Objectives: To conduct a …