Number of Thoroughbred Mares Bred Fell 10% in 2011
Press Release
October 20, 2011
Statistics from The Jockey Club for the 2011 North American breeding season show the number of stallions
Statistics from The Jockey Club for the 2011 North American breeding season show the number of stallions
Richard Hughes says he will not race again unless the new regulations regarding whip use in races are changed.
The TIP will reward the versatility of the Thoroughbred horse through sponsorship of special classes at shows.
Regulators cite a pattern of rules violations–including numerous equine drug infractions–in revocation.
Breeders’ Cup participants will pledge a percentage of their earnings to support retired racehorses’ care.
Two British jockeys received suspensions for excessive use of the whip during races at Salisbury Racecourse.
The agenda for the NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance seminar was announced Oct. 4.
Researchers are learning what genes (when found or not found) could suggest about a Thoroughbred’s potential.
Researchers found that using a whip on a racehorse does not necessarily encourage him to run faster.
Thoroughbreds in need of homes will now be listed publicly on thoroughbredconnect.com, the Jockey Club said.
The Thoroughbred colt broke both sesamoids in his right ankle after working at Santa Anita Park on Sept. 22.
Awesome Again returned home after undergoing colic surgery Sept. 13 at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital.
The horses’ owner hopes aggressive ground searches will help locate the horses displaced in Hurricane Irene.
Researchers review the characteristics and impact of epiglottic abnormalities in nonracehorses.
Jerry and Ann Moss discuss life before Zenyatta, the journey the big mare, and plans for “Baby Z.”
Awesome Again is recuperating from colic surgery performed Sept. 13 at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital.
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