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The Inbreeding Dilemma of Thoroughbreds

This chapter examines the inbreeding challenges faced by thoroughbred horses in Britain, tracing their ancestry back to just three Arabian stallions. It discusses the implications of a genetic bottleneck, the shift towards outcrossing for diversity, and the health risks associated with accumulated genetic mutations.

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