Genetic diversity

Breed composition

Sire pedigrees are analysed to determine "genetic originality". The tools proposed can help the breeder. They help avoid increasing inbreeding and maintain a sufficiently diverse pedigree.

Breed composition is calculated for each horse. It helps understand the predominance of the different bloodlines in a horse and is useful when considering crossings.

Representation of the breed composition of Lepsilon Des Bois

Table of the breed composition of Lepsilon Des Bois

Proportion Pourcentage
CONNEMARA 50
ARABE 14
NEW FOREST 13
ORIGINES NON CONSTATEES 11
SELLE 11
WELSH 2

Breed composition allows crossings to be analysed, particularly when a certain percentage of blood is required to be registered in a studbook (e.g. 50% Arabian blood for Arabian half-blood horses). The different breeds which comprise a horse are assessed using its pedigree.