INSIDE THIS BOOK

*Basic equine colour genetics

*Colour breeds and terminology

*Interrelationships of colour

*Difficult colours identified  

*Rare colours explained

*White markings and patterns

*Selection for colour

*Predicting outcomes of matings     

*Coat colour changes

*Responsible horse breeding

With nearly 200 beautiful colour photographs, explanatory diagrams and charts, supported by a detailed summary of information in the appendix, glossary and index, Horse Colour Explained is sure to be referred to again and again. A special feature is the Quick Guide at the beginning of each chapter, which allows the reader to find quick answers before delving into a particular topic of interest.

Never before have White Markings, Paint Horse inheritance, and the Dun been given such a comprehensive coverage, including much information never previously published. Controversial issues have been addressed, including the identification of difficult colours and the responsibilities of breeders.

The philosophy of breeding for colour is allied to the ultimate responsibility of breed improvement.

Temperament and performance must always take precedence over breeding for colour alone.

From the Author Jeanette Gower

 Horse Colour Explained is a collective achievement, an achievement not only for myself, but for the Australian Stock Horse (evident throughout in many of the photos) and the Australian horse industry in general which sustains a world reputation both for its horses and its research. We can be proud that Horse Colour Explained originated in Adelaide, and proud of the higher standards of horse breeding it will foster around the world.

A free Bonus special

As a very special bonus you will receive a rare autographed and signed copy by the author Jeanette Gower.

This book will not be reprinted.

When existing stock is gone you will have your own copy of  a very rare and potentially valuable copy in your possession.

Reader Comments

I received the book on horse color genetics, and it is fascinating. Some very useful new information in that, and I greatly appreciate your having sent it. Thanks a million for sending it – I value it, and refer to it repeatedly.

From Philip Sponenberg, Virginia USA

Ever since I was a horse-mad kid I always devoured anything about horse genetics and particularly that written by ‘Genet’ in the Hoofs and Horns as I had and have a deep interest in horse breeding. I have enjoyed your book so much and it has clarified many things that I had absorbed over the years from reading, observation and talking to people, but really needed cross-checking with a definitive authority.

Thank you for producing a book that I learnt so much from and will continue to do so – one that is tremendous value and which will sit proudly on the bookshelf between my other ‘classics’ Tom Roberts’ Horse Control The Young Horse and Captain Hayes’ Veterinary Notes for Horse Owners!

From Jeanette Parke, Gympie Qld

I am reading through your book again: Each time I pick it up I am impressed over and over by your astute observations and the thoroughness of your research. Your logical, intelligent, conclusions defy argument. It is a most excellent book, delivered in language that is easily understood and clearly explained.

From Dot Childs, Yundi SA

I saw a copy of your book at Horse Deals and was very impressed. I read it from cover to cover and have since been looking at horse colours in a whole new light. A fascinating read, well done, Jeanette. It really is a great achievement.

From Helen Lomas, Mt Shank SA

What a pleasure to see this excellent Australian book on horse colour by a great authority and respected judge. Highly recommended.

From Philip Robinson, Tuxedo bookshop, Mornington, Vic

I thank you for the privilege of reviewing this book which I and many others have been long-awaiting. It is every bit as good as I had hoped for, covering every aspect in a detailed and reader-friendly format.

From Pat Quigley, Editor ‘Small Talk’,  Vic

My congratulations once again on H.C.E. A wonderful reference! Best wishes to Peter and yourself.

From Scott Dolling, McLaren Vale SA

I had the good fortune of attending the launch of Jeanette Gower’s new book ‘Horse Colour Explained’. The day gave me great insight as to why Jeanette is so highly regarded by not only her peers but to names such as Don Burke, who wrote the forward for her book, and Keith Stevens, previous editor of Hoofs and Horns. Anyone who has ever done any study or reading about genetics will know that it is not an easy subject to understand (in my first year at uni I received only 52% for my genetics subject!!). Due to the simplistic and easy to understand nature of Jeanette’s book I learnt more about the subject than a whole semester taught me at uni. Don’t get me wrong: the book contains advanced information on horse colour genetics, however, Jeanette has the ability to write in a format suitable for all readers. It is worth noting that most of the photographs in the book were taken by Peter Gower and are of exceptional quality.

From Rachel Fenn, review in SA Stockwhip.

Review by Don Burke, Burke’s Backyard Magazine

This is a very good book. For anyone who breeds horses or is interested in horse colours, this book is a must. Never before has anyone put together as comprehensive a book as this on all the colours in horses which is so very well illustrated with colour photos, and which is so easy to read. The author, Jeanette Gower, is quite simply, the best horse genetics expert in the world. I have dealt with her over many years and, as an experienced geneticist myself, I must say that she has produced a body of work here that will help horse breeders for many, many years.

Horse breeding is undergoing an explosion of new techniques and new technology. Artificial insemination, embryo transferral and principles of genetics are very new to this world. This book complements these aspects and is thus essential reading. Jeanette covers all the colours: palominos, paints, blacks, appaloosas, whites, roans, duns and many more. For $25.00, this full-colour book is a real bargain. They only printed 3000 copies, so I would rush out to get one before they sell out. I will never part with my copy.

 This book would make an excellent gift for any keen horseman or horse breeder alike.

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