Studbook: meaning, definitions and examples

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studbook

 

[ ˈstədˌbʊk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal breeding

A studbook is a record of the pedigrees of a particular breed of animal, typically domesticated animals such as horses, dogs, and cats. It serves as an official registry that maintains the lineage and ancestry of animals for breeding purposes, helping to ensure genetic diversity and integrity within the breed.

Synonyms

animal registry, breeding record, pedigree registry.

Examples of usage

  • The horse's eligibility for competition was confirmed by the studbook.
  • Breeders rely on the studbook to track the lineage of their dogs.
  • This carefully maintained studbook prevents inbreeding and promotes healthy traits.

Translations

Translations of the word "studbook" in other languages:

🇵🇹 livro de registro

🇮🇳 स्टडबुक

🇩🇪 Zuchtbuch

🇮🇩 buku registrasi

🇺🇦 племінна книга

🇵🇱 księga hodowlana

🇯🇵 スタッドブック

🇫🇷 livre généalogique

🇪🇸 libro de cría

🇹🇷 soy kütüğü

🇰🇷 스탯북

🇸🇦 كتاب السلالة

🇨🇿 plemenná kniha

🇸🇰 chovateľská kniha

🇨🇳 血统书

🇸🇮 rodovniška knjiga

🇮🇸 ræktunarbók

🇰🇿 тұқым кітабы

🇬🇪 ჯიშის წიგნი

🇦🇿 nəsil kitabı

🇲🇽 libro de cría

Etymology

The term 'studbook' originates from the combination of the word 'stud', meaning a group of animals kept for breeding, and 'book', which refers to the record-keeping aspect. The first studbooks were created in the 18th century, primarily for horses, as they became increasingly valuable for their pedigree in competitions and breeding quality. They were essential for horse breeds like Thoroughbreds and Arabians, where lineage directly influenced value. Over time, the concept expanded to include other animal breeds, such as dogs and cats, reflecting the growing popularity of selective breeding. As breeding practices evolved, so did the regulations and standards governing studbooks to enhance transparency and accountability within animal breeding communities.