Today on the Lil Hooves Podcast, we’re diving into the science behind those mysterious DNA reports — but don’t worry, we’ll keep it fun and rancher-friendly! 🧬We’re joined by Dr. Stefanie Oppenheim from the UC Davis Veterinary Genetics Laboratory (VGL) to talk about the most common genetic tests used in miniature cattle — and what they really mean.We cover:How the Mc1R color and dilution genes shape coat colorWhat happens during the testing process, from pulling tail hair to reading resultsThe difference between microsatellite vs. SNP testingWhy parent verification builds trust and integrity in breeding programsPlus, we tackle a few common myths floating around social media and explain how to interpret your reports without needing a genetics degree. We have created a step by step sheet for our listeners VGL Check List on our website https://xbar6minicattle.com/cracking-the-code-mini-cow-genetics/Learn more about us!! www.xbarr6minicattle.com🔗 Learn more or order your own tests at UC Davis Veterinary Genetics Laboratory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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