In 2019, Etalon’s team discovered the Sunshine (SUN) mutation in the SLC45A2 gene, in a Standardbred Stallion named Captain Sunshine. Learn more about this newly identified mutation.
In 2019, Etalon’s team discovered the Sunshine (SUN) mutation in the SLC45A2 gene, in a Standardbred Stallion named Captain Sunshine. Learn more about this newly identified mutation.
West Nile Virus (WNV) continues to pose a serious threat to horses across the United States as the USDA reports showed a +205% total increase in Equine West Nile Virus cases during September! Protect Your Horse with Genetic Testing.
Updated Phenotypical and Genetic Assumptions for Roan Horses. Etalon partners with the American Roan Horse Association.
Genetic testing can uncover white genes to help your horse qualify for dual registration with APHA & AQHA for additional earning, competition, and breeding opportunities.
Distichiasis is a disorder where abnormal eyelashes grow from the eyelid margin, often irritating the cornea. Genetic testing can identify affected horses and carriers, supporting breeding decisions and facilitating early intervention.
Etalon Partners with Black Horse One to Offer Pro + Ancestry 2.0 Bundle for Competitors and App Users, with Immediate Research Funding for Equine Health Studies.

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March 19, 2024
Menlo Park, CA - Etalon Equine Genetics has made another landmark discovery in the field of equine genetics. For the first time in 10 years, a new genetic region for color has been found!
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Menlo Park, CA - Etalon Equine Genetics, a leading provider of equine DNA testing services, has made an exciting breakthrough in equine genetics.
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Menlo Park, CA - Etalon Equine Genetics, a leading provider of DNA testing services, has made another novel discovery in the field of equine genetics. The company has identified a new white marking variant now designated as W35.
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