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Racehorse Breeding Theories

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A thoughtfully put together text covering many oft asked questions re breeding theory. Very readable and easy to understand for those with an interest and some background in the breeding industry. Sensible interpretation of a subject that can easily be smothered and complicated by folk-lore, tradition and a non-scientific approach.

I found it easy to extrapolate to my particular interests, which involves breeding horses for other performance disciplines. I would recommend it to anyone interested in breeding horses, particularly those with an interest/background in TB pedigrees.

Totally comprehensive view of most of the thoroughbred breeding theories, debunking many widely held beliefs and giving a unbiased and readable explanation of the latest scientific knowledge of genetics. It reinforces the view that there is no silver bullet to breeding a champion racehorse but gives the reader the best advice possible, to use a combination of pedigree, performance genotype and the correct upbringing for your foal to maximise his chances of success.