The Five-Cross Files : Back to Basics

Thoroughbred Pedigree Review of KEESEP Hip #4233 -- A Rasmussen Factor Case Study

sgillies — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 18:46:00 GMT

An offering at the upcoming Keeneland yearling sale is inbred to the dam of A.P. Indy, which inspires a quick look at the Rasmussen Factor pattern of Thoroughbred inbreeding....(read more)

Fast Facts -- What Is the Comparable Index (CI)?

sgillies — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:22:00 GMT

The Comparable Index is a tool that helps evaluate how strong a stallion's book of mares is -- either from year to year, or compared to other sires in a given year. It has many applications -- and I include an example of how commercial breeders might benefit with a bit of smart prospecting....(read more)

Fast Facts -- What is the Average Earnings Index (AEI) in Thoroughbred Breeding?

sgillies — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:15:00 GMT

Getting back to basics: What is the Average Earnings Index?...(read more)

Inbreeding Notations in Thoroughbred Pedigrees

sgillies — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Several five-cross pedigree examples will help illustrate this overview of inbreeding in Thoroughbred bloodlines. By the time you're through, I hope you can spot an error on one of the reports....(read more)