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Post by maggie on Feb 20, 2010 23:26:20 GMT -1
I submitted samples for FIS testing and got the results today. From 6 tests, 2 showed carrier status, the other 4 were clear. Bearing in mind that 3 were Bill foals (and we know he's a carrier), this was better than I expected. The other 3 are Raygill William's and all are clear. The best part about it is that both of the colts - Fin and Bucket - are clear, so hurdle number 1 on their attaining stallion status has been overcome.   I didn't realise how much I cared about this until I got these results. Bucket is Maidendale Legacy, William's last foal. After siring over 100 registered Dales ponies, it would be wonderful if he had a son who could aspire to fill his (considerable) shoes. Fin is M. Finality and Bill's last foal before he was gelded. I hardly dare say this, but I think he might turn out to be as good as his dad! |
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Post by Debbie on Feb 20, 2010 23:39:08 GMT -1
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Post by lancslass on Feb 21, 2010 6:38:18 GMT -1
FANTASTIC news maggie!!!!!!!!! lovely to see you yesterday  [and your son!!!!!!!!!!! ROFL!!]
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Post by DalesLady on Feb 21, 2010 6:49:29 GMT -1
I am so pleased for you Maggie. You deserve the good news about Bill's son especially. I can also report that I have my results back for six ponies, five mares and one 2yr old colt who I hope will get his licence next year and they are all clear. I didn't realise how much it meant to me either to hear the news. I have obviously been carrying more "dread" than I knew, which I suppose is natural given that three of my results were for Diana's two nieces and a nephew and one for Bill's half-sister  It just goes to show how random this thing really is. |
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Post by harveydales on Feb 21, 2010 7:23:13 GMT -1
That's fantastic news! I'm thrilled for you both.  |
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Post by jap on Feb 21, 2010 8:29:56 GMT -1
really pleased the results are coming through.We have tested a load of our older ponies so we are now waiting for the results, hopefully tomorrow.
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Post by cadeby on Feb 21, 2010 9:06:59 GMT -1
Really thrilled for you Maggie It would be lovely if Bucket gets to continue his father's considerable legacy - he'd certainly be a very happy boy! Great that you have a Bill son that is clear too Looking forward to hearing how both boys mature. We are waiting for 10 test results, so it's nice to hear that they are starting to come through. |
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Post by SuzieP on Feb 21, 2010 9:50:26 GMT -1
This has brought tears to my eyes, so I can at least begin to imagine how much this mattered to you, Maggie and Penny. I'm so glad for you both and that William and Bill have colts to follow in their shoes.
Fingers well crossed for you, Julie and Helen - I hope the outcome for you is as encouraging as the others'.
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Post by lancslass on Feb 21, 2010 10:21:49 GMT -1
more FANTASTIC news penny. over the moon for you good luck to those waiting for results.
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Post by Debbie on Feb 21, 2010 11:57:47 GMT -1
I am so pleased for you Maggie. You deserve the good news about Bill's son especially.  I can also report that I have my results back for six ponies, five mares and one 2yr old colt who I hope will get his licence next year and they are all clear. I didn't realise how much it meant to me either to hear the news. I have obviously been carrying more "dread" than I knew, which I suppose is natural given that three of my results were for Diana's two nieces and a nephew and one for Bill's half-sister It just goes to show how random this thing really is. Even more brilliant news!!!!  I adore the fact a carrier test has been found. Now I just hope there's no stigmas placed on the carriers. Breeders must tread lightly so as not to lose the precious genepool, but I'm not saying anything new  |
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Post by zeldalithgow on Feb 21, 2010 14:18:03 GMT -1
Oh Maggie that is wonderful news about the boys  Penny, that is great news too  I must have been terrible waiting to find out, fingers crossed for everyone elses results Don't know how I missed this post earlier |
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Post by tinkerdorisalison on Feb 21, 2010 15:49:59 GMT -1
awww thats really good news Maggie (and Penny) its great that the results of this test are going to be available. We are going to start testing ours soon |
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Post by dalesponyrider on Feb 22, 2010 10:01:48 GMT -1
Such good news Maggie and Penny. It must be such a big relief to you both. So lovely to hear that William and Bill have clear sons to carry on the line. Congratulations to you both. I can only hope and pray that everyone else's test results will be as good.
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It just goes to show how random this thing really is.
