Learning objectives
This unit has been designed to provide the means for correctly compiling a horse identification report: morphofunctional evaluation; identification of good points and defects in terms of the type, breed and aptitude; evaluation of plumb-lines and gaits; age determination. <br />
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Prerequisites
Knowledge of horse anatomy required.
Course unit content
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Identification and reporting of horses <br />
- Characteristics of the coat, origin of pigment and colour definition <br />
- Phenotypic classification of coats <br />
- Genetic basis of horse coats <br />
- Distinguishing marks and their use in reporting <br />
- Other identification-related criteria: <br />
Blood types, DNA, Microchip <br />
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Morphofunctional, constitutional and aptitude elements in horses; criteria and scope of morphofunctional evaluation; definition of good points, defects and flaws in relation to the aptitude type and standards of the breed; synthetic and linear evaluation; areas of the bodies: basic anatomy, good points, defects and flaws; proportions and morphological indexes; elements of animal mechanics; evaluation of plumb-lines and gaits. <br />
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Full programme
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Bibliography
D. P. S. Sponenberg “Equine color genetics” (second edition) Iowa State Press <br />
"Valutazione morfo-funzionale del cavallo" A.L.Catalano Ed SBM 1993 <br />
Lesson notes <br />
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