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Genetic parameters and estimated breeding values of insect bite hypersensitivity in Belgian Warmblood horses.
Veterinary journal (London, England : 1997) - 1 Dec 2015
Peeters Liesbet M, Janssens Steven, Brebels Machteld, Buys Nadine
Abstract excerpt
Genetic factors involved in susceptibility to insect bite hypersensitivity (IBH) in Belgian Warmblood horses (BWP) were investigated. Data relating to 3409 horses were collected using a questionnaire, administered to owners during sport competitions, BWP breeding days, breeder visits and after phone calls. Horses were classified as IBH-affected or unaffected, based on two 'disease classifiers': a lifetime record,...
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