What is DP in horse racing?
A Dosage Profile (DP) can be thought of as a mathematical equation to classify Thoroughbred pedigrees into different racing categories.
What does DP mean in horse pedigree?
The Dosage Index is a mathematical figure used by breeders of Thoroughbred race horses, and sometimes by bettors handicapping horse races, to quantify a horse’s ability, or inability, to negotiate the various distances at which horse races are run. It is calculated based on an analysis of the horse’s pedigree.
How do you read a Thoroughbred pedigree?
The horse that is “registered” is at the top of the certificate. The pedigree that follows is the horse’s sire and dam. The sire (which is the father to the horse) is on the top or first branch of the pedigree. The second branch is the dam (the mother of the horse).
How do you research a horse bloodlines?
A veterinarian or animal shelter often can assist with this. With the microchip information, you might be able to find the horse’s previous owner or breeder. Furthermore, in some cases, DNA testing can help identify the horse’s sire and dam. This can be key information in recovering the horse’s pedigree.
Do you list sire or dam first?
On a horse’s pedigree, the dam or distaff side always appears on the bottom of the page. The sire’s pedigree is listed first.
What is broodmare sire?
Broodmare Sire (aka Damsire): The sire of the dam of any horse. By: i.e. By Mr. Prospector means a given horse is sired by Mr. Prospector.
What does XX mean in horse pedigree?
OK, the xx denotes a full TB. Often TB stallions are graded into the WB stud books to ‘improve’ the breed. So your horse could actually be 3/4 or full TB, but because perhaps the sire is an xx but graded with the Hanovarian stud book, officially he will be a HanxTB.
What does DAM mean for horses?
A foal’s mother is called its dam. And, a foal’s grandmother on either side could be called its granddam. But, to specify the dam’s male parent, the word damsire is used. So, a foal’s grandfather on the mother’s side is its damsire.
What is the most famous quarter horse?
Seven of the most famous ranch and quarter horse bloodlines are Doc Bar, Driftwood, Two Eyed Jack, Joe Hancock, Playgun, Old Sorrel, and Peppy San Badger. These horses have played an influential role in the Quarter horse breed and ranch horse industry.
What is a mom horse called?
A mare is an adult female horse or other equine.