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 color
• What happens during the testing process, from pulling tail hair to reading results
• The difference between microsatellite vs. SNP testing
• Why parent verification builds trust and integrity in breeding programs

Plus, 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/

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🔗 Learn more or order your own tests at UC Davis Veterinary Genetics Laboratory

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