ABOUT
.Welsh Equine MIM Data has been set up, by breeders of Welsh ponies & cobs and their partbreds for both breeders and buyers alike to make informed choices on the animals they decide to breed and buy.
Both PSSM1 & MIM are crippling genetic diseases that can both easily be bred out of the gene pool. By using our database, you will be able to find both positive and negative tested registered welsh ponies, cobs, and their partbreds.
What is PSSM1& MIM?
PSSM1
PSSM1 is a glycogen storage issue. A genetic mutation in the glycogen synthase 1 (GYS1)
It is a hereditatory disease passed genetically.
Enviroment, exercise and diet can help improve management.
For a detailed video description, please click on the photo above.
Video courtesy of PSSM & MFM Awareness.
MIM
MIM is a deformation in the muscle makeup and its fibres. The cause is still unknown.
This also results in abnormal glycogen storage in the muscle.
Environment, exercise and diet can help improve management.
For a detailed video on MIM, please click on the photo above.
Video courtesy of Pssm & MFM Awareness.
HOW TO TEST
PSSM1 Test labs