Build your own horse
Based on what you are learning in this unit, you are going to build your own horse based on genetics.
Using the horse you choose out of the book, you will find 3 viable mates that will give you a good chance
for desired traits.
You must include the following criteria:
1.
Color / markings – gene combinations as well (what possibilities could they be).
a. Also include a punnett square to show offspring
2. Height / stature
3. Performance traits
4. Anything else you deem desirable
You will find a dam and sire that will give you the best match for your desired traits. Make sure that you
consider the following:
Breed-registered or not
Tested positive for homozygous
Tested for negative defects
Bring your match set with your written characteristics. You will write 1-2 paragraphs about each
prospective mate defending your decision to breed. Paper must be at least 1 page in length, 12 pt. font,
double spaced. Only use two lines to give your name and period and 1” margins. Please include the ad
with a picture of each prospect, along a picture of the horse of your choice.
Organization
Poorly organized,
random papers,
not typed.
Sufficiently
organized, typed,
presentable.
Required
Information
Lacks all required
information.
All required
information,
nothing more.
Sire/Dam
Information
Lacking one or
both parents.
Have a sire and
dam papers,
including stud fee.
Concept
Comprehension
Lacks
comprehension of
genetics in horses.
Incomplete
application of
knowledge.
Understands and
can basically apply
knowledge of
genetics to horse
selection and
breeding.
Superior effort,
coordinated
presentation,
color and typed.
Exceptional
information,
detailed genetics.
/15
Extensive research
on parents,
including offspring
reports.
Superior
knowledge of
genetics and horse
selection. Would
be able to
successfully select
breeding animals.
/15
/15
/15