At Ovohorse and Ovoclone, we are at the forefront of equine biotechnology. We apply the most innovative techniques to preserve and enhance the genetic qualities of high-performance horses. Following major successes in the cloning of Show Jumping horses, we have decided to bring this technology closer to the world of Endurance, one of the most demanding disciplines on the international equestrian scene.
In Endurance riding, physical stamina, mental strength and good genetics are some of the key factors considered to determine whether a horse is suitable for the discipline. That is why we offer breeders, riders and all those interested in Endurance a reliable solution to ensure that the horses they acquire will become future champions. This solution is the cloning of high-performance horses.
Endurance riding tests the physical and mental limits of the horse. These competitions demand covering long distances over uneven terrain and under diverse weather conditions. Factors such as cardiovascular endurance, metabolism, and a competitive mindset are crucial. These qualities are not the result of chance, but the outcome of superior genetics that must be preserved and replicated.
By cloning horses that have already proven their worth in this discipline, we guarantee the perpetuation of their attributes, allowing new specimens to inherit this genetics and become exact replicas.
How does the cloning process work?
Cloning is a highly precise procedure that we carry out with the utmost ethics and professionalism. The process consists of several stages that ensure the complete preservation of the original horse’s genetics:
- Genetic material collection: We extract a small sample from the horse to be cloned, selecting the most optimal and viable genetic material.
- Preparation of the recipient oocyte: We extract an oocyte from a donor mare and remove its original genetic material, leaving an “empty structure” that will serve as the basis of the process.
- Cell fusion: We insert the genetic material of the horse to be cloned into the recipient oocyte using a cell transfer technique.
- Embryo culture: We develop the embryo in a controlled laboratory environment until it reaches the necessary conditions for viability.
- Implantation in a surrogate mare: We transfer the embryo to a selected mare, who will carry out the gestation until the birth of the clone.
This procedure, in addition to being safe and effective, ensures that the DNA of the original horse is fully preserved, resulting in a clone with the same physical and genetic characteristics as the initial horse.
Benefits of Cloning
We combine state-of-the-art technology, a team of experts in equine biotechnology, and extensive experience in the cloning of high-performance horses. Our proposal offers a series of attractive benefits:
- Genetic preservation: Cloning a horse that has already proven its abilities in competition allows its unique qualities to be preserved for future generations.
- Expansion of sporting potential: Replicating the best Endurance horses makes it possible for their physical and mental attributes to be perpetuated, thereby strengthening the future of the discipline.
- Avoiding the loss of great competitive horses: Injuries, illnesses or reproductive difficulties will no longer be an obstacle to keeping the potential of an elite horse alive.
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