Coat genetics ·
Hidden coat genes: why a foal can surprise you
A horse’s visible coat does not reveal every allele it can pass on. Understand recessive chestnut and the difference between genotype and appearance.
Read article →Hoofprint Valley journal
Horse genetics & breeding
Stories and practical reading for your next generation: inherited coats, family lines and thoughtful farm plans.
Breeding ·
Planning your first bloodline beyond coat color
Build a long-term breeding plan around ancestry, compatible pairs and a sustainable farm—not just the next rare coat.
Read article →Breeding ·
From foal to first show: planning your horse’s early years
Time in Hoofprint Valley moves faster than real life. Plan pregnancy, weaning, training windows and a first show around the game’s real-time aging.
Read article →Breeding & genetics · October 25, 2026
Horse breeding games and genetics: a player’s guide
Our full-length guide to inherited coats, pedigrees and choosing a breeding game.
Read the full guide →Unreleased draft
Coming soon: Hoofprint Valley Living world
A separate draft explores a painted Hoofprint Valley map, with stables, pastures and event locations connected to your farm. The proposed world brings the valley into view while preserving existing horses, inherited coats and game rules.
This world is not available in the live game. It remains a draft awaiting review and approval; no release date is confirmed.