Death Reports, Maryland

Maryland: “The stomach ulcer with bleeding was severe, and I suspect it affected his performance.”

Through a FOIA request to the Maryland Racing Commission, I have confirmed the following kills at that state’s tracks thus far this year. Lady Macho, Mar 18, Laurel R“The horse fell to the track and [another horse] collided with [her]:…

Read MoreMaryland: “The stomach ulcer with bleeding was severe, and I suspect it affected his performance.”

Jockey Aboard a Laurel Kill: “After crossing the wire, I could hear the bones breaking.”

Through a FOIA request to the Maryland Racing Commission, I have confirmed the following kills at that state’s tracks last year. Please note: Maryland provides the most detail in the nation. Therefore, I will post in installments so that each…

Read MoreJockey Aboard a Laurel Kill: “After crossing the wire, I could hear the bones breaking.”

Vet on Not Euthanizing Horse on the Track: “I feel that, in doing so, I allowed for Jamerican to suffer for longer than needed. For that, I am deeply sorry.” And the Rest of the Shocking Maryland Report…

Through a FOIA request to the Maryland Racing Commission, I have confirmed the following kills at that state’s tracks thus far this year. (Four came without necropsies.) Bonnet, Jan 28, Laurel T “After the training session, the horse returned to…

Read MoreVet on Not Euthanizing Horse on the Track: “I feel that, in doing so, I allowed for Jamerican to suffer for longer than needed. For that, I am deeply sorry.” And the Rest of the Shocking Maryland Report…

“Fragment came through the skin after the horse was placed in kimzey splint and allowed to bear on limb to load on ambo.”

Through a FOIA request to the Maryland Racing Commission, I have confirmed the following kills at that state’s tracks thus far this year. (Because the details, including vet testimony, are so powerful – and damning – I will post in…

Read More“Fragment came through the skin after the horse was placed in kimzey splint and allowed to bear on limb to load on ambo.”