Genetic testing to evaluate racing performance in Purebred Arabian horses
Genetic predispositions for flat racing
Genetics is one of the main factors that influences the performance of a racehorse. But when we are talking about genetics, we have to remember the random factor of the chromosomal redistribution and wonder: which genetics did my foal (or filly) inherit? Has it had the chance to benefit from genetic advantages of its progenitors? What are its strenghths?
Sanbiotec has developed the first genetic test capable of evaluating the racing performance of your Purebred Arabian horse.
We offer you the opportunity to quantify the 5 most influential factors in flat racing discipline:
- Muscle mass
- Strength and power
- Anaerobic energy metabolism
- Aerobic energy metabolism
- Recovery after exercise
You will have the opportunity to assess whether your horse has favorable genetics for flat races, as well as its predisposition to perform over distances less than or greater than 1600 m.
We have shown that there is a real correlation between the number of favorable genetic factors that a Purebred Arabian horse has and its results in flat racing.
We provide you with an innovative tool to choose your future champions, but also to adapt its training and activity according to its genetics.
Our test also offers you the possibility of evaluating the genetic potential of your broodmares and stallions.
Only a few tail hairs will suffice to carry out the genetic test. See video of the procedure
Genetic predispositions for endurance discipline
Many factors can influence the body of a racehorse: its feed, breeding, training, mind and motivation and of course, its genetics. The impact of genetics on a horse's performance is approximately 30%.
The analysis of the genetic potential of a racehorse gives us an essential tool to evaluate its predispositions in a specific discipline, such as endurance.
We test the 4 most influent functions for endurance performer horses:
- Maintenance of cell homeostasis
- Cardiovascular adaptation to exercise
- Oxidative metabolism
- Muscle contraction
THERE IS A REAL CORRELATION BETWEEN HORSE GENETICS AND ITS RESULTS IN ENDURANCE RACING.
Our test will allow you to better understand your horse's metabolism and will allow you to optimize its racing performance.
Only a few tail hairs will suffice to carry out the genetic test. See video of the procedure
