Research Origins

It’s a shame that many professionals worldwide are unaware of the most fundamental aspects of a horse’s nature. For almost 30 years, the scientific evidence has grown from a few research papers to over 200 peer-reviewed journal articles. Every horse owner and trainer, from backyard hobbyists to top professionals, is aware of and works to […]
The Science of Nature vs Nurture

The purpose of my page is to offer sound scientific evidence and advice on horse behavior and genetics. The scientific field of Behavioral Genetics, also called behavior genetics, is a field of scientific evidence that uses genetic methods to investigate the nature and origins of individual behavioral differences. While the name “behavioral genetics” connotes a […]
Hair Whorl Position and Laterality (side preference) Defined

This knowledge is a game changer in the horse training business and for those in all the competition sports, and a valuable guide for horse owners looking to find the perfect horse for their lifestyle and riding pleasure. Geneticists in three countries have provided the first scientific evidence of the inheritance of hair whorls, links […]