Equine Color Genetics
Equine Color Genetics, Third Edition, presents the most recent advances in color genetics for breeders of horses, donkeys, and mules. The book provides valuable information that enables breeders to tailor their breeding programs to maximize desired color outcomes and minimize undesired color. The text bridges the gap between the scientific and lay communities without ignoring the intricate and complex issues involved in horse and donkey color genetics. This new edition presents more explicit...
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Aimed at the breeders of horses, donkeys, and mules, this text describes recent advances in color genetics that help enable breeders to maximize desired color outcomes. Coverage includes the fundamentals of genetics as well as descriptions of variations in base color, patterns of white on base colors, and hair growth. A section of color plates illustrates the common color modifications of equines. Sponenberg teaches pathology and genetics at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR Doody Review Services Reviewer:R. Dean Scoggins, DVM(University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine)Description:This is an uncomplicated and useful approach to understanding horse and burro color patterns as well as the various subtleties that exist. The book consists eight chapters, four appendixes, and a bibliography. Chapter 8 consists of 102 full-color illustrations accompanied by descriptions of both common and unique coat patterns. The appendixes contain groupings of the various shades of a color and results of crossing of different colors in a breeding program. The probable genetic makeup of a variety of horse and burro colors is included.Purpose:The purpose of providing a guide to horse and burro coat colors as well as a genetic roadmap for studying these colors is well met.Audience:Anyone who is a student of the horse will find this book useful. Breeders, veterinarians, teachers, veterinary students, and equine science students should all find this book a valuable addition to their libraries.Features:The color illustrations of chapter 8 are especially effective at clarifying the descriptions in the text. Along with the more frequently seen colors, several unusual patterns are shown, such as brindle, striped, and champagne. This is an attractive, easily read, and durable-looking book that should stand up to regular usage and remain relevant indefinitely.Assessment:This appears to be a very useful, clearly written book that can help to consistently identify both horse and burro standard coat colors along with their variations. It defines coat colors in a way that allows anyone with the power of observation to learn to quite consistently determine a horse's basic color pattern. Animal science and veterinary libraries should find this a useful addition to their materials. Individuals with an interest in horses will find it a useful reference. The lack of an index does not detract because of the size and layout of this book.
Preface to the First EditionPreface to the Second EditionCh. 1Introduction3Ch. 2The Basic Dark Horse Colors: Bay, Brown, Chestnut, and Black15Ch. 3Colors Built from the Basic Colors35Ch. 4Patterns of White Occurring on Base Colors61Ch. 5Patterns Characterized by Patches of White71Ch. 6Horse Color and Horse Breeding99Ch. 7Peculiarities of Hair Growth103Ch. 8Donkey Color107Ch. 9Color Photographs119App. 1Horse Color Names by Category163App. 2Usual Genotypes of Major Colors165App. 3Alleles Present in Representative Breeds in the United States169App. 4Data Supporting Undocumented Genetic Mechanisms Listed in Text173App. 5Expected Results of Crossing Various Colors183Bibliography199Index207
\ From the Publisher“This update... has a considerable amount of new information.... the author has succeeded in producing the definitive work on coat color in horses. This excellent book is unique in its field for its breadth and depth. The color photographs alone make it worth its moderate price. The new edition is necessary for anyone interested in the updated material on the genetics of coat color. I recommend it to horse breeders, animal scientists, and geneticists who are interested in a fascinating and convoluted topic.” Doody’s Reviews, September 2009\ "A fascinating book, filled with color photos of really beautiful horse and donkey colors, some I never knew existed, and many unusual and beautiful breeds. In addition, there are numerous charts of color breeding expectations and effects of colors on colors." - Veterinary Information Network\ “The latest advances in color genetics for breeders of horses, donkeys and mules provides a blend of science and owner's guide and provides vets and equine breeders with many specifics including discussions of five new colors.” - Midwest Book Review, July 2009\ \ \ \ \ \ Reviewer: R. Dean Scoggins, DVM(University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine)\ Description: This is an uncomplicated and useful approach to understanding horse and burro color patterns as well as the various subtleties that exist. The book consists eight chapters, four appendixes, and a bibliography. Chapter 8 consists of 102 full-color illustrations accompanied by descriptions of both common and unique coat patterns. The appendixes contain groupings of the various shades of a color and results of crossing of different colors in a breeding program. The probable genetic makeup of a variety of horse and burro colors is included.\ Purpose: The purpose of providing a guide to horse and burro coat colors as well as a genetic roadmap for studying these colors is well met.\ Audience: Anyone who is a student of the horse will find this book useful. Breeders, veterinarians, teachers, veterinary students, and equine science students should all find this book a valuable addition to their libraries.\ Features: The color illustrations of chapter 8 are especially effective at clarifying the descriptions in the text. Along with the more frequently seen colors, several unusual patterns are shown, such as brindle, striped, and champagne. This is an attractive, easily read, and durable-looking book that should stand up to regular usage and remain relevant indefinitely.\ Assessment: This appears to be a very useful, clearly written book that can help to consistently identify both horse and burro standard coat colors along with their variations. It defines coat colors in a way that allows anyone with the power of observation to learn to quite consistently determine a horse's basic color pattern. Animal science and veterinary libraries should find this a useful addition to their materials. Individuals with an interest in horses will find it a useful reference. The lack of an index does not detract because of the size and layout of this book.\ \
