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Out and About…

May 3, 2015/0 Comments/in Princesse Pascale, Redheart Royale /by Paula Cooper

Ben is now 12 days old and developing very nicely. He was imprinted at birth and been handled daily. He welcomes his head collar associating it with “time out”, as soon as the stable door is open he is there to greet you.

After a few days in the round pen, Princesse Pascale & Ben had developed a strong bond and it was time to progress to the field.

Again, the weather has been dry and ideal for them to gradually build up the length of time spent out. Initially we hand grazed PP which allowed Ben to “open his lungs” and stretch his legs.

PP has a wonderful laid back nature, it wasn’t long before she was let loose but remained content eating grass. It’s never long before Ben’s energy levels crash and the milk bar is required….

Ben has met the electric fence!

It’s a sense of relief knowing he has experienced a shock because he knows the boundary before he explores the open space.

They are both relaxed,

it’s a wonderful site to see as they venture out and about…….

Run Redheart, Run……….

April 25, 2015/0 Comments/in Princesse Pascale, Redheart Royale /by Paula Cooper

It’s certainly been fantastic weather, enabling Princesse Pascale and Ben, her new-born to be turned out in the round pen for 20 / 30 minutes. Our round pen is safe, secure and flat. Situated away from any other horses, ideal for their first experience out in the fresh air.

Ben is a vigorous colt. Our previous foals were kept in for a few days from birth but Ben seems to be at the other end of the scale. PP is an experienced broodmare and her character is very placid, no chance of her giving Ben the run around or getting herself stressed, she really enjoyed having a roll and relaxing.

They are not left unattended, enabling me to capture some photos.

Running Redheart Royale……..

Finally a foal and it’s a BOY!

April 21, 2015/1 Comment/in Princesse Pascale, RDF Ti Kha Atta Rain, Redheart Royale /by Paula Cooper

Well it was no surprise for Princesse Pascale to be late delivering this foal, mares generally follow their own pattern of gestation and this delay was anticipated.

Princesse Pascale’s ligaments of her hindquarters around the tail head had softened increasingly over the last week, her udder had bagged up but no wax to speak of. We have been monitoring her every hour during the night as she has shown many signs of discomfort recently.

At 6.30am this morning PP was showing signs of restlessness, by 7 she had started foaling. We initially watched her on the CCTV camera, giving her minimal disturbance.

It wasn’t long before it became apparent PP was having difficulties foaling. A call for the vet was required and before 8 the new arrival was safe on the ground with a little help.

Can you believe this is our third foal born on the 21^st April in consecutive years.

He is a big boy with very long legs. His arrival into the world was to say the least not what I expected or wanted but o boy he is “all there”. He really is “full on” for a new-born, cross nursing within 2 hours and running around in the round pen by 5.30pm. Full of life, very inquisitive and friendly.

PP is in very good health, loads of milk and being a fantastic mother again.

We’re relieved to see the safe delivery of 2015 Princesse Pascale

Stable name BEN

Pending registered name REDHEART ROYALE

Past and present…..

April 18, 2015/2 Comments/in Hevans EV Catorrius, Peyres Catori Cat, Princesse Pascale, Redheart Cateaster, Redheart Pascalius /by Paula Cooper

Breaking news……..

Last month it was announced the Veterinary Genetics Lab at UC Davis began offering the DNA test for PATN1.

“Since the discovery of LP, the main gene that controls appaloosa spotting patterns and associated traits, breeders have been anticipating DNA tests for the genes that work with LP to produce white appaloosa patterning.

We are happy to announce that the white pattern modifier gene with the largest pattern causing effect, termed Pattern-1 for “first pattern gene” or PATN1 for short, can now be DNA tested for.

A mutation in PATN1 was identified that is associated with increased amount of white in LP horses. This mutation (in combination with LP) behaves in a dominant fashion which means you only need one copy of the PATN1 mutation to observe large amounts of white as long as LP is present.”

Here is the link to their horse test page: The Veterinary Genetics Laboratory (VGL)

I am sure, I am not the only excited owner / breeder that has anxiously been awaiting their horse’s results. The Appaloosa Project team continues to teach us via their Electronic Classroom keeping us up to date when new information is discovered. The future in genetics continues to help improve the Appaloosa breed by allowing us breeders to act on their knowledge when offered to us. I am sure other test will be available soon but for the present moment here are the results to date and the past photos of the Redheart Appaloosas.

Peyres Catori Cat

Leopard Complex LP/lp

Heterozygous, carries one copy of the Appaloosa LP gene. Is a carrier of CSNB

Grey gene gg

Negative for the Grey gene

PSSM1 n/n

Negative for the PSSM Type 1 gene mutation

Red factor E/e

Both black & red factors detected. Either E or e transmitted to offspring. Basic colour is black, bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

Agouti A/a

Black pigment distributed in point’s pattern. Basic colour is bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

PATTERN-1 N/PATN1

1 copy of PATN1, 50% of offspring will inherit the modifier mutation. In order for high levels of white spotting to be visible the foal must inherit the LP gene.

Peyres Catori Cat (Past & Present)

Princesse Pascale

Leopard Complex LP/lp

Heterozygous, carries one copy of the Appaloosa LP gene. Is a carrier of CSNB

Gray gene gg

Negative for the Grey gene

PSSM1 n/n

Negative for the PSSM Type 1 gene mutation

Red factor E/E

No red factor detected. Cannot have red foals regardless of the colour of stallion. Basic colour is black, bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

Agouti A/a

Black pigment distributed in point’s pattern. Basic colour is bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

PATTERN-1 N/PATN1

1 copy of PATN1, 50% of offspring will inherit the modifier mutation. In order for high levels of white spotting to be visible the foal must inherit the LP gene.

Princesse Pascale (Past & Present)

Hevans EV Catorrius

Leopard Complex lp/lp

Negative for the Appaloosa LP gene, has no appaloosa characteristics.

Gray gene gg

Negative for the Grey gene

PSSM1 n/n

Negative for the PSSM Type 1 gene mutation

Red factor E/e

Both black & red factors detected. Either E or e transmitted to offspring. Basic colour is black, bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

Agouti A/a

Black pigment distributed in point’s pattern. Basic colour is bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

PATTERN-1 N/PATN1

1 copy of PATN1, 50% of offspring will inherit the modifier mutation. In order for high levels of white spotting to be visable the foal must inherit the LP gene.

In terms of breeding it is very beneficial here at Redheart Appaloosas to have Hevans EV Catorrius results. He is N/PATN1. There is no way to tell by looking at him if the gene was present or not. Bred from two heterozygous (LP/lp) horses it was hopeful but not factual. As a future stallion it is now evident he is quite valuable in terms of breeding and doesn’t deserve to be over looked because he doesn’t have spots! A stallion with the genotype PATN1/patn1 would most definitely produce foals with a higher level of white appaloosa patterning in comparison to the foals produced by a stallion without PATN1.

Hevans EV Catorrius (Past & Present)

Redheart Pascalius

Leopard Complex LP/lp

Heterozygous, carries one copy of the Appaloosa LP gene .Is a carrier of CSNB

Gray gene gg

Negative for the Grey gene

PSSM1 n/n

Negative for the PSSM Type 1 gene mutation

Red factor E/E

No red factor detected. Cannot have red foals regardless of the colour of the stallion. Basic colour is black, bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

Agouti a/a

Only recessive allele detected. Black pigment distributed uniformly. Basic colour is black in the absence of other modifying genes.

PATTERN-1 N/N

No copies of PATN1

This filly was a deep black velvet colour when born without a coat pattern except one white spot on her back. She has all the characteristics and it is no surprise he result id N/N for PATN1 even though LP is present. She is two years old now and has roaned out beautifully.

Redheart Pascalius (Past & Present)

Redheart Cateaster

Leopard Complex LP/LP

Homozygous, carries two copies of the Appaloosa LP gene and is affected by CSNB

Grey gene gg

Negative for the Grey gene

PSSM1 n/n

Negative for the PSSM Type 1 gene mutation

Red factor E/e

Both black & red factors detected. Either E or e transmitted to offspring. Basic colour is black, bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

Agouti A/a

Black pigment distributed in point’s pattern. Basic colour is bay or brown in the absence of other modifying genes.

PATTERN-1 N/PATN1

1 copy of PATN1, 50% of offspring will inherit the modifier mutation. In order for high levels of white spotting to be visible the foal must inherit the LP gene.

This filly has not changed much in coat pattern but her colour has lightened. We should see some spots appear after her winter / foal coat has shed, the skin pigment is certainly spotted on her hind legs.

Redheart Cateaster (Past & Present)

Testing for both LP and PATN1 is recommended for breeders interested in producing Leopard Complex-spotted horses.

The past has been guess work and the present has given us factual evidence enabling us to cross

Appaloosa x Appaloosa for the desired traits we seek.

Watching and waiting……..

March 21, 2015/0 Comments/in Princesse Pascale, RDF Ti Kha Atta Rain, Redheart Pascalius /by Paula Cooper

The foaling box is ready, a deep, banked up straw bed that is warm and comfortable.

The wireless CCTV camera is linked to the TV in the bedroom.

Princesse Pascale is in her 11mth of gestation, about 18 days pre her due date, true to form she has already started showing signs. Her udder has become distended, before turning her out in the morning it is quite obvious her udder has filled up over night while she is resting. Coming in from the field at night, her udder has shrunk due to her exercising.

At the present time we are looking at a full term delivery, if PP repeats her last foal gestation time with Redheart Pascalius we will be waiting a further two weeks?

Observing her on the camera is quite entertaining, witnessing the foal moving, makes her spots sporadically enlarge.

PP is now a mature six-year-old mare, standing at just over 16hh and extremely well-built. I believe the foal by RDF Ti Kha Atta Rain is going to be big……

For the time being we pray for a safe delivery for PP and a healthy strong foal.

All we can do at the present moment in time is watch and wait!

Heads Up…………

March 8, 2015/0 Comments/in Hevans EV Catorrius, Peyres Catori Cat, Princesse Pascale, RDF Ti Kha Atta Rain, Redheart Cateaster, Redheart Pascalius /by Paula Cooper

With the day length increasing as the season progresses I believe everyone must be feeling better as we enter the spring months of March, April and May. Welcoming the sun and a general warmer climate, seeing the buds appear and witness the regrowth of the grass gives us all a lift of enthusiasm. More importantly, Spring is the start of reproduction in many animals but there is an awe of excitement here at Redheart Appaloosas as we anticipate the safe arrival of our two 2015 Redheart foals.

Peyres Catori Cat

Peyres Catori Cat and Princesse Pascale are in their 9^th & 10^th months of gestation respectively. They are both in foal to RDF Ti Kha Atta Rain. Both mares are extremely well in themselves, looking very healthy in their coats and very well-conditioned.

Princesse Pascale

Assuming both foals are born healthy, correct and without complications, these foals will be for sale with the following;

An Equine Genetics report. All our horses are free from PSSM & Grey gene.
An Equine Parentage Report.
A Veterinary Health Check Report.
An APHC Certificate of Registration.
An APHC pedigree certificate.
A passport with the ApHC UK
Desensitised at birth, micro chipped, vaccinated, wormed and feet trimmed as required.
Insured until agreed day of collection or delivery by prior agreement.
Registered with the Foundation Appaloosa Association.
Princesse Pascale’s foal will qualify and be registered with the Foundation Appaloosa Horse Registry.
Registered and enrolled in the APHC Foundation Pedigree Designation (FPD) programme.

Princesse Pascale’s foal will be enrolled at 100% FPD

Peyres Catori Cat’s foal will be enrolled at 97% FPD

Both foals will be half-siblings to many other proven Atta foals. Please have a look at his NEW website WD Appaloosas.

Both foals due are from two successful mares who have obtained many competitive titles. Please view their details and achievements Peyres Catori Cat and Princesse Pascale.

Princesse Pascale’s foal will be half-sibling to the 2014 Female Yearling Champion at the BApS National 2014 and multi Reserve Champion yearling, Redheart Pascalius.

Peyres Catori Cat’s foal will be half-sibling to the multi Champion and International Top 5 for 2-year-old colts, Hevans EV Catorrius.

Redheart Pascalius

Hevans EV Cattorius

Redheart Cateaster

With the prefix Redheart there is an opportunity for a prospective purchaser to name the foal. Due to the time scale of registration with APHC and the legal obligation to obtain a passport before 6months old. It is recommended your interest be confirmed ASAP for you to secure a name.

I would appreciate Redheart foals will be sold to those who understand and accept the expenses involved and are confident to take on a long-term commitment, valuing the Appaloosa x Appaloosa breeding we have here at Redhearts.

It is my wish that a Redheart foal will be sold to a loving home with the intention and passion to enhance its future by either competing, breeding or both and continue to support the APHC.

A foal is an exceptional opportunity to personally train, starting with a blank canvas is priceless.

It is the “right” person that develops the “right” horse to build the “right” partnership.

Please contact me and register your interest.

At the present time we can only give you the “Heads Up” ……..

Valentine’s Red Heart

February 14, 2015/0 Comments/in Hevans EV Catorrius, Peyres Catori Cat, Princesse Pascale, Redheart Cateaster, Redheart Pascalius /by Paula Cooper

The name “Redheart” has another meaning when it comes to Valentine’s Day.

Although in the “normal” sense many people will exchange cards, gifts or flowers for their special “valentine”.

Here at Redheart Appaloosas we honour the memory of the importation of;

Peyres Catori Cat from France in 2008 and Princesse Pascale from Austria in 2009.

Peyres Catori Cat

Princesse Pascale

Imports of 14^th February

Today, we remember these fillies at six months old.

What they have achieved to date…..

The wonderful foals they have produced……

I am honoured to have such wonderful mares.

Catori & PP February 2015

Princesse Pascale (Foal due April 2015)

Peyres Catori Cat (Foal due May 2015)

RedheartPascalius

Hevans EV Catorrius

Redheart Cateaster

Redheart Pascalius, Hevans EV Catorrius (with his love Katkin) & Redheart Cateaster

February 14th 2015

Happy Valentines……….

Figuring it out…………

February 1, 2015/0 Comments/in Peyres Catori Cat, Princesse Pascale, Redheart Cateaster, Redheart Pascalius /by Paula Cooper

I have no judgement upon breeders who cross their Appaloosas, it is my own personal goal to improve my horses blood line with increased Foundation blood. It is the history (many versions) that fascinates me and the only competition I have is with myself.

Breeding a horse involves following/studying other proven professionals, supporting the relevant associations, establishing a breeding plan and using stock supported by their competition titles. Understanding the genetics and the pedigrees that support the future off-spring.

One of our goals at Redheart Appaloosas is to improve our Appaloosa x Appaloosa blood line. The percentages of Foundation Blood is not the only criteria considered, although in doing so we are creating a unique blood line and gene pool here in the UK.

Studying the young stock here at Redheart Appaloosas (as they develop), it is quite clear they all have a certain presence in statue. This is a great quality to have and so may it continue. We are fortunate to have imported two quality mares, not only have they proved themselves under the judge’s eye, their quality genes have been “stamped” on their off spring. This is very important as they continue to produce a future line of full/half-brother and sisters. Make no mistake, using the same Stallion has also contributed to the present stocks quality.

Planning and developing my breeding plan has been a priority for a few years…..looking for a quality homozygous Stud colt with high Foundation Blood, a clear panel of genetic results and excellent confirmation etc. has not been an easy task.

In due course, we will be delighted to introduce you to our future potential REDHEART STALLION, when he has safely arrived here in the UK.

At this present time I can confidently say, we have found what we have looked for, I have “figured out” all the numbers and to my delight they add up…….

Keep an eye on us……..

January 1, 2015/0 Comments/in Hevans EV Catorrius, Peyres Catori Cat, Princesse Pascale, Redheart Cateaster, Redheart Pascalius /by Paula Cooper

2015 is here and Redheart Appaloosas wish you all the very best.

The past is the past and nothing can be changed but on reflection all the horses have exceeded themselves and can only progress further. We had an exciting year full of ups and downs just like everyone else but we are all looking up at the same stars.

The memberships are renewed and the 2015 diary is slowly being edited for the show circuit ahead. The promotional advertising is currently in the making and my Christmas show shirt for 2015 has arrived.

2015

Heavans EV Catorrius

Reus will compete in the three-year old colt section this season, having a fruitful 2014 he has nothing to prove and we look forward to the prospect of licensing him as a Stallion later this year.