PLEASE KINDLY NOTE: MARE TESTING REQUIREMENT

Please kindly note that the stallion has inherited a normal allele and a Wffs allele (carrier) from his high-performing ancestors.

Mares need to be tested non-carriers (N/N).

SIGNUM grants a deduction of 120 Euros from the stud fee for complete, valid laboratory reports submitted in a timely manner for mares with a non-carrier (N/N) status. Terms and Conditions apply.

Please do not hesitate to contact us, if you have any questions or need assistance.

The resulting offspring will be non-carriers and/or healthy carriers, since the allele is inherited recessively with no negative impact on carriers. According to inheritance theory and research, there is a 0% genetic statistical chance for a Wffs positive, non-viable foal. [When mating a carrier with a non-carrier, the 25% genetic statistical chance for a Wffs positive, non-viable foal does not apply.]

A complete and valid laboratory test result for the mare (dam) needs to be submitted to SIGNUM, at the latest, prior to semen shipping.

Testing has become relatively rapid and cost-effective via DNA test from hair roots (approximately 20-40 pulled hair from mane or tail, with visible hair roots, or via a blood sample).

When using laboratories within the EU, please calculate approximately minimum 2-5 days to obtain results, from the moment the sample reaches the lab. Many laboratories offer an express option on request.

Costs for this test with standard turn-around time are normally priced approximately between 45 and 70 Euros, but please verify directly with the laboratory and your vet.