Top 10 Horse Colors: A Visual Guide to Equine Genetics
Discover the top 10 horse coat colors and the genetics behind them! From classic black and bay to unique shades like buckskin and Appaloosa, gain a new appreciation for the science of equine color.
Top 10 Horse Colors: A Visual Guide to Equine Genetics
Discover the top 10 horse coat colors and the genetics behind them! From classic black and bay to unique shades like buckskin and Appaloosa, gain a new appreciation for the science of equine color.
Understanding the Genomic Inbreeding Value
Discover one of the key benefits of Etalon Equine Genetics’ Ancestry Package. Genomic inbreeding values provide a more accurate measure of your horse’s genetic diversity compared to traditional pedigree estimates.
Refine Your Training with Performance Genetics
Published in The Trainer Magazine, learn about how Performance Genetics can shape your training and success.
How to Take Your Horse's Vitals
Learn to take your horse's vital signs—temperature, pulse, and respiration—for early signs of illness. Combine this with Etalon Equine Genetics' DNA testing to detect genetic health risks and tailor care to your horse's unique needs.
Genetic Health Risks: Chronic Idiopathic Anhidrosis
Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Anhidrosis (CIA) in horses, a condition that affects their ability to sweat. Understand genetic risk factors, symptoms, and management strategies with insights from Etalon Equine Genetics.
Etalon's Research
Discover Etalon Equine Genetics' groundbreaking DNA studies on horses. Explore past and ongoing research that is transforming equine genetics, improving health, and enhancing performance. Find out how your horse's DNA can make a difference!
Podcast Episodes
From Hoofbeats to Healing: Veterans and Mustangs
Genetics Unbridled Podcast | Ep. 10
What if there was a way to bridge the gap between military veterans and their civilian lives using the unlikeliest of companions—wild mustangs? Or a w...
Untangling Curly Horse Genetics: DNA Risks, Rewards, and Discovery
Genetics Unbridled Podcast | Ep. 9
Ever wondered what makes curly horses so special? Join us for a fascinating journey with Bunny from the International Curly Horse Organization and Dr....
Breeding Backed By Science: Alison Umberger
Genetics Unbridled Podcast | Ep. 7
From a fifth-grade paper to the forefront of equine genetics, Alison Umberger's story is one you won’t want to miss. Dive into the genetic tapestry of...
Press Releases
Etalon Equine Genetics Discovers Three New White Marking Variants in a New Gene
March 19, 2024
Menlo Park, CA - Etalon Equine Genetics has made another landmark discovery in the field of equine genetics. For the first time in 10 years, a new genetic region for color has been found!
Read MoreEtalon Equine Genetics Discovers New Novel White Variant in Pura Raza Española Horses
December 23, 2023
Menlo Park, CA - Etalon Equine Genetics, a leading provider of equine DNA testing services, has made an exciting breakthrough in equine genetics.
Read MoreAPHA Approves New White Marking Variant W35 “Holiday” in Horses Discovered by Etalon Equine Genetics
December 23, 2023
Menlo Park, CA - Etalon Equine Genetics, a leading provider of DNA testing services, has made another novel discovery in the field of equine genetics. The company has identified a new white marking variant now designated as W35.
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