One Smooth Ride

Just how tough are jockeys nowadays? Sure they may suffer some broken bones every once in a while, but can they handle something most women

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First Amendment 1, Animals 0

In a decision sure to infuriate animal welfare organizations and anyone else concerned about animal abuse, the Supreme Court of the United States on April

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Horse Farms on Paris

No, we haven’t ventured outside the Bluegrass to the French capital; we’re just taking a look at more spectacular horse farms Ð this time along

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Emergency Equine Assistance

Press Release Monday 19 April 2010 Emergency Equine Assistance A new emergency service is being launched for people travelling with their horses. Free to join,

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The Economics Of Slaughter

A comment about a recent blog raised an interesting question regarding on-going state attempts to re-introduce horse slaughter to the United States. The writer wondered

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The Year-Round Derby Experience

If you can’t make it within Churchill Down’s gates on the First Saturday in May, don’t worry Ð you can experience the Derby year-round at

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