A Registry study found that 82 percent of Arabian owners and breeders use a vet for this service. When you multiply these savings over the long term, the amount of money saved really adds up. Pulling hairs from a horse's mane will be much more convenient than drawing blood. Because it's easier, many people should be able to get their samples to the lab quicker, which may result in shorter registration times. Also, the stress inflicted on a foal will be greatly reduced.
Hair samples are very easy to handle compared to the special handling that blood samples require.
The hair is taped onto a simple form, inserted into an envelope and put in the mail with regular postage.