Directions for obtaining DNA Samples

Hair Samples

• Pull 30-50 hairs from the mane or tail (5-10 hairs at a time).
• Make sure there are some pulled hairs with a bulb or follicle at the end. (This is where we obtain the DNA.)
• Do not use shedded hairs. (from brush, etc.)
• Align the bulb ends of the pulled hairs together and trim end without bulb to 3-4 inches.
• Tape hair on paperwork where indicated. (Form on website or can be obtained from Registrar)
• Complete the DNA form, include check for $29 made out to University of Kentucky and place in standard envelope along with the original REGISTRATION PAPERS for the pony.
• Put envelope in First Class Mail or Express, if desired.  

Mail to:

Lory Eighme, Registrar
816 Old Schuylkill Road
Pottstown, PA 19465
610-495-6530
leighme@comcast.net

The University of Kentucky will keep the record of the results in their web accessible database. DPRA will keep one copy in their files. When the DNA test results are available, the Registrar will stamp/emboss the pony registration papers indicating that DNA test is on file with DPRA. (This requires that the original registration papers for each pony being DNA typed be sent to Registrar along with the DNA test request.)