Journal Published Online: 01 January 1981
Volume 26, Issue 1

Freeze Marking and Other Techniques for Identifying Horses

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Detection and prevention of certain criminal activities within the horse industry would be facilitated if a permanent, unalterable, visible means of identification is used on the animal at a very young age. Techniques formerly accepted by the industry do not meet the test of adequate identification today. Freeze marking with unalterable symbols meets the modern needs of the horse industry and is acceptable in the National Crime Information Center computer network. “Trichoglyphs” and blood type are unalterable natural characteristics that augment the program.

Author Information

Farrell, RK
Veterinary Cryobiology, Washington State University, Pullman, Wash.
Johnson, TA
Washington State University, Pullman, Wash.
Buckley, WG
Colorado Bureau of Investigation, Denver, Colo.
Pages: 9
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Stock #: JFS11332J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS11332J