Download or read book North American Sport Horse Breeder written by Kathleen Hiney Kirsan and published by . This book was released on 2013-06 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: North American Sport Horse Breeder This new reference work, directed to the breeder of sport horses, specifically those in North America, presents the breeder with a fresh way to evaluate equine genetics through the pedigree, a method to identify key individuals in the ancestry that can be dominance building candidates, and with instruction on how to use this information to construct the most advantageous mating. The application of these breeding principles is focused on the Olympic-style sport horse but is just as applicable to all other equine breeding endeavors. Sure to surprise many is the revelation of how long and how committed North Americans have been in creating and enjoying true sport horses. The history section identifies the untapped sport potential that resides in our usually ignored domestic breeds; many of them carry far more sport DNA than we see in the genetic spectrum of the currently popular European horse. Kathleen Hiney Kirsan You may say I am the least likely person to have written a book about sport horse breeding. I was not part of the horse culture in my younger years, and I did not even own a horse until I was 39. I was born in Boston and raised in its suburbs; I spent most of my adult life working in the construction industry. My entry into breeding began with a Thoroughbred mare that was a cull from the racetrack. I became intrigued with the names in her pedigree, and this then began my study of bloodlines and heredity. My passion coincided with the appearance of great works in the Thoroughbred industry that evaluated which pedigree patterns were producing winners. Because I understood genetics work the same in every equine, I applied the Thoroughbred industry's findings to my own program, which resulted in immediate improvements in my foals.

Download or read book North American Sport Horse Breeder written by Kathleen H Kirsan and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a reference book for the breeder and owner of sport horses. It presents the breeder with a fresh way to evaluate their breeding stock or mounts, using the pedigree as a genetic road map so they assess genetic dominance, and how to build that power into the foal. It also introduces the North American breeder to their stellar history in equine sport which started in the colonies, and how international sport got its start. A short outline: * A brief history of sport horse breeding in North America and the development of the new international sport horse. * Step by step instructions in the use of Tesio Methods (advantageous pedigree design) * In depth pedigree analysis and discussion for 35 individual sport horse; some famous, some foundation horses, others owned by regular competitors, with the horses drawn from a variety of American and foreign breeds--each example providing background information on its breed's sport potential * Appendices with additional useful information including the American Thoroughbred's suitability for Olympic style sport, which Thoroughbreds are stamina lines, an outline and short biography of key foundation sires, the power found in full siblings is demonstrated with historical examples from the Morgan, Hanoverian and Thoroughbred, a discussion of American foundation sires, a timeline of American sport horse development and an example of intense pedigree verification carried out by John Wallace.

Download or read book Standardbred Sport Horses written by Kathleen H Kirsan and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 694 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a presentation of he multi-talented Standardbred to the sport horse breeder and competitior, with the goal of equipping the modern breeder to make the most of the sport talent and bloodlines it contains. Key subjects covered: * A study of sport traits through the millenniums and their concentrated transmission to the North American continent stock, and the development in the colonies of a true sport horse breed and a sport horse industry that produces prime racing, hunting and saddle stock. * An overview of the DNA studies that apply to our sport product * A historical evaluation of the sport horse development on our continent, divided into colonial, postrevolution, post Civil War, and modern day, wth a special emphasis on the strains that became the Standardbred, and its presence in the modern sport horse, including the continental warmblood. * A discussion of important sport bloodline development with the concentrated carriers of the key components indentified so that the modern breeder can target the traits they want. * An addressing, uncovering and documentation of the bias and blocking of American breeds and bloodlines in the EU backed breed industries, and the presenting of a strategy to overcome this unfairness in international sport. * 694 pages, 208 full page pedigrees, 224 illustrations, full bibliography, 9 appendices

Download or read book Legacy of Lexington written by Kathleen H. Kirsan and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-08 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: LEGACY OF LEXINGTON Is the American Thoroughbred a sprint-only breed? Are only stamina-bred Thoroughbreds suitable for Olympic-style sport breeding? Is America new to international sport horse breeding? Are there any American Thoroughbred bloodlines that excel in show jumping, dressage, and eventing? You will find the answers to those questions and more in Legacy of Lexington, a book written expressly as a reference for the sport horse breeder in North America. This is also the story of Lexington, one of the greatest racehorses of all time, whose record as a stallion has never been bettered-a position he's held for over one hundred fifty years. This book will detail both how, contrary to the current dogma in sport horse circles, it is in America that breeders developed the definitive distance racehorse in the world, and also where you can find those bloodlines in the Thoroughbred and other American breeds. You will learn the story of what happened when our American horse traveled to Europe to compete in the mid-1800s, and how the excellence of Lexington's bloodline, his close relatives and his peers, threatened to overwhelm the British and European racing industry in the late 19th century with their devastating racing superiority. This shocking display of racing class and athleticism resulted in the British Jockey Club overreacting by banning the American Thoroughbred from the breed studbook and from breeding worldwide. You will also discover that the American sportsman has been fielding a successful international sport horse (Hunter-part TB) since the late 1800s. Here you will find why the modern American Thoroughbred is different from every other Thoroughbred breeding population, and how it came to be the highest rated in the world. It will show you the 'hidden' American bloodlines found in the best English, French, Italian, and German Thoroughbreds and Warmbloods, and also how and why unsoundness has become attached to contemporary bloodlines and what we as breeders can do about it; including explaining how you can apply Tesio Methods to bring back the soundness and athletic strength of our former breed of super horses to your sport product of today. Kathleen H. Kirsan The author, Kathleen Kirsan, has been involved with sport horse breeding since 1988 and has been writing on the subject since 2003. Driven by a deep interest in genetics and how it applies to sport horse performance, she has become a leader in pedigree evaluation and employing Tesio Methods to sport horse design. With a well-respected website, www.sport-horse-breeder.com, on the air, she is also frequently consulted by breeders and breed associations for her knowledge of bloodlines and equine history. Besides being a prolific author of well-read web articles, she has published writings for magazines and trade journals, as well as a book on the North American sport horse, its history, and its bloodlines: North American Sport Horse Breeder."

Download or read book Become Your Own Tesio written by Kathleen H Kirsan and published by Bowkers, [email protected]. This book was released on 2021-04-23 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two variations: 1. Become Your Own Tesio is a guide to using pedigree analysis as an important tool in evaluating horses and designing matings.2. Become Your Own Tesio provides an overview of basic genetic principles, pedigree designs, and pedigree analysis. Along with the explanation and story of the art of pedigree analysis, examples of horses that demonstate each subject are presented with their pedigrees and photo. The seven main pedigree designs for building potency are each discussed with examples and information on the studies and sources. And six recent genetic studies that apply to sport horse breeding are presented from a breeder's point of view. The goal of the book is to provide a way for the breeder to build potency in the traits they need for their goals.

Download or read book Sport Horse Breeding Business written by Emily Moore Rnd and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-22 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by one of the most successful thoroughbred breeders of the twentieth century, this book sets out the essential principles of breeding and inheritance and the theories that made Tesio one of the most revered names in the thoroughbred industry worldwide.

Download or read book American Breeder written by and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 868 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Storey s Illustrated Guide to 96 Horse Breeds of North America written by Judith Dutson and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2012-05-07 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Pryor Mountain Mustang to the Tennessee Walking Horse, North America is home to an amazing variety of horses. In this lavish, photograph-filled guide, Judith Dutson provides 96 in-depth profiles that include each breed’s history, special uses, conformation standards, and more. You’ll learn about homegrown favorites like the Morgan, Appaloosa, and Quarter Horse, as well as exotic imports like the Mangalarga Marchador and the Selle Français. Take a continental horse tour without ever leaving your home.

Download or read book The Official Horse Breeds Standards Guide written by Fran Lynghaug and published by Voyageur Press. This book was released on 2009-10-15 with total page 672 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the only guidebook collecting the official North America breed associations’ standards and conformations, making it a much-needed, handy, and comprehensive reference. Like the American Kennel Club's The Complete Dog Book (now in its 20th printing), this is the book for horse breeds. For each of 118 North American breeds--from ponies and small horses to pleasure horses, draft horses, and thoroughbred racers--the massive 200,000-word guide provides an official history, detailed conformation ideals, descriptions of gait and distinctive traits, temperament, colors, and variations. Fine color photographs complete the detailed picture each entry presents. This guide is destined to become the bible of the horse world.

Download or read book The Horse written by J. Warren Evans and published by Waveland Press. This book was released on 2020-12-23 with total page 620 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Warren Evans and a new team of coauthors have updated the quintessential equine science text, providing a new generation of horse scientists and enthusiasts with the most authoritative, comprehensive introduction to all aspects of the horse. This thoroughly revised edition combines recent scholarship on equine biology, nutrition, reproduction, exercise physiology, genetics, health, and management with the reliable, practical advice that has made it a classic resource for anyone with a serious interest in horses. More than 350 illustrations and photographs are closely integrated with the text to reinforce key concepts and enhance understanding. Moreover, the Third Edition features two sections of color photographs that illustrate the variety among breeds, the nuances of coat color and white patterns, and the remarkable versatility of the horse as a competitor and companion. The Horse, Third Edition, is the ideal volume for aspiring equine scientists and those pursuing pre-veterinary studies, and an indispensable resource for agricultural extension agents, experienced horse owners, and novice horse enthusiasts.

Download or read book The International Warmblood Horse written by Deborah Wallin and published by Half Halt Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Mason s World Encyclopedia of Livestock Breeds and Breeding 2 Volume Pack written by Valerie Porter and published by CABI. This book was released on 2016-03-09 with total page 1107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mason's World Encyclopedia of Livestock Breeds and Breeding describes breeds of livestock worldwide as well as a range of breed-related subjects such as husbandry, health and behaviour. This definitive and prestigious reference work presents easily accessible information on domestication (including wild ancestors and related species), genetics and breeding, livestock produce and markets, as well as breed conservation and the cultural and social aspects of livestock farming. Written by renowned livestock authorities, these volumes draw on the authors' lifelong interest and involvement in livestock breeds of the world, presenting a unique, comprehensive and fully cross-referenced guide to cattle, buffalo, horses, pigs, sheep, asses, goats, camelids, yak and other domesticants.

Download or read book International Encyclopedia of Horse Breeds written by Bonnie L. Hendricks and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A standard reference on horse breeds, illustrated and updated Celebrating the animal that has been a stalwart servant to humankind for countless generations, Bonnie Hendricks’s International Encyclopedia of Horse Breeds is the most thorough compilation of horse breeds ever attempted. The nearly four hundred entries, arranged alphabetically, include foundation breeds now extinct as well as extant breeds from across the globe. Each entry details the breed’s origin and background, size, appearance, chief use, and status (rare versus common). A list of breed associations and government departments that supplied data and photographs for the encyclopedia has been fully updated for this edition. With its breadth and depth of coverage, as well as 530 black-and-white and 32 color illustrations, the encyclopedia continues to be a standard international reference.

Download or read book Breeding Your Own Horses written by C. Bodworth and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2017-09-21 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed guide to breeding your own horses. Contents include: Breeding your own horse - The possibilities in amateur horse breeding - Breeding and care of mares - Foaling and aftercare etc. Originally published in 1930s. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on breeding horses.

Download or read book The Official Horse Breeds Standards Guide written by F. Lynghaug and published by Voyageur Press (MN). This book was released on 2009-10-02 with total page 678 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only official guidebook to horse breed standards and conformation in North America, with breed history and information on gait and distinctive traits, temperament, colors, and variations.

Download or read book Landaluce written by Mary Perdue and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2022-07-12 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Triple Crown winner Seattle Slew retired from racing in 1978 to stand at stud at Spendthrift Farm, no one could be certain he would be a successful sire. But just four years later, his dark bay daughter Landaluce won the Hollywood Lassie Stakes by twenty-one lengths—a margin of victory that remains the largest ever in any race by a two-year-old at Hollywood Park. California horse racing had a new superstar, and Slew was launched on a stud career that would make him one of the most influential sires in North America. Like her father, Landaluce soon became a national celebrity, and was poised to become the next American super-horse. But those dreams ended when the two-year-old died in her stall at Santa Anita four months later, the victim of a swift and mysterious illness. Today, with her "I Love Luce" bumper stickers long gone, the filly has been largely forgotten. In Landaluce: The Story of Seattle Slew's First Champion, Mary Perdue tells the story of a horse whose short but meteoric career could have changed racing history forever. Sparking comparisons to Ruffian, Landaluce helped elevate California horse racing to the national stage and could have been the first filly to ever win the Triple Crown. In telling this story, Perdue explores the lives and careers of Landaluce's breeders, owners, and trainer, D. Wayne Lukas, as well as her famous sire Seattle Slew—and shows not only how one filly captured the imagination of racing fans across the country, but also set the stage for another filly turned super-horse, Zenyatta, in the decades to come. Find out more at landalucebook.com

Download or read book The Warmblood Guidebook written by Charlene Strickland and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive guide to the warmblood horse discusses such topics as specific breeds, breeding aims and procedures, breed characteristics and traits, European breeding quality controls and the North American alternatives, the history of the breed, unique aspects of the warmblood and much more. 'Halfblood, warm-blut, demi-sang' -- their blood measures the same temperature as other horses, but the European Warmbloods are the sport horse supreme. Horses of German, Dutch, French, and Scandinavian backgrounds have earned the top prizes in international competitions - Olympic medals and World and National champions. And since the 1970's, European Warmbloods have impacted upon the American equestrian industry, winning both show ring and cross-country events. Sophisticated equestrians have long appreciated how European breeders have developed the art and science of producing outstanding sport horses. For hundreds of years, they have aimed to solidify a type. They are able to achieve consistent, predictable results, and they maintain high standards through rigid selections of breeding stock. This book, written especially for the North American enthusiast, is the most complete work on warmbloods available. Based on information from European and American ociations, and opinions of owners, breeders, and authorities on both sides of the Atlantic, this is a unique resource work for those involved with these marvelous horses.