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A Bunch of Terrified Babies at Churchill
Over the course of just 6 days (Oct 25-Nov 5) at Churchill, 16 horses were scratched by the regulatory vet – i.e., their exploiters had every intention of racing them – for being “injured” or “unsound,” another 10 by private vets for being “injured” or “ill,” and 9 (3 in same race) horses who were…
"Despite their prompt response, the horse passed away within moments."
A statement from the National Steeplechase Association (NSA): “The NSA regrets to report the sudden death of Scorpion’s Revenge, a 10-year-old gelding, following the seventh race at the Montpelier Steeplechase on Saturday. Scorpion’s Revenge successfully completed his race and was walking back toward the barn when he unexpectedly collapsed. Attending veterinarians were immediately on the…
Poseidon's Law Killed at Gulfstream Sunday
As reported in our Weekly List, Poseidon’s Law was injured at Gulfstream Sunday. We now know he is dead. The day wasn’t a total loss, however: The 4-year-old Poseidon’s actually “fell after crossing the wire” (albeit 17 lengths back), so he “earned” $400 for his exploiters – Morplay Racing, Jose D’Angelo, Marcos Meneses – on…
The Ambulance Report
The following horses were injured in U.S. races last week and had to be removed from the track by “equine ambulance.” While fates remain unknown at this time, please know we will eventually get kill confirmations on many if not most via our FOIA reporting. Little Jake at Horseshoe Youngandfree at Mahoning Perfect Style at…
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