Becoming a Certified Equine Trainer in Germany: A Guide

QuestionHello, I was wondering if you could tell me how to become a licensed trainer. I live in DE and have worked with horses for the better part of my l

Researching Thoroughbred Lineage: Finding Information on Roman Tar

QuestionI once owned a Thoroughbred by the name of Roman Tar.  HIs sire was named Tarjoman and his Dam was named Roman Model.  After selling my b

Understanding Non-Wagering Races: Head Number Discrepancies

QuestionA race was declared a non-wagering event due to a discrepancy regarding head numbers in the track program and the DRF. what does that mean?27 Ans

Colt Training Challenges: Addressing Injury and Performance

Questioni recently purchased stud colt. trainer already wants to geld. i told him i would like to see what he does at track. trainer states hard to get goo

Thoroughbred Racing Performance: Impact of Downtime & Conditioning

QuestionDear Sir, My question is; What is the difference in a racing performance in between two different thoroughbred? for instance they are in the same p

Benefits of Retirement & Enrichment for Racehorses: A Balanced Approach

Questionhello sir. is giving a change racehorses good. i mean, taking them out of the racecourse, walking them in the public with safety a good idea for st

Understanding Hoof Spreading in Horse Racing: Aluminum vs. Steel Shoes

Questionhello sir, back tracing your previous answers on using aluminium or steel shoes in racing, this was your answer: HI ALUMINUM SHOES ARE USED FOR LIG

Thoroughbred Conformation & Balance: Understanding Key Considerations

Questionhello sir, why balance is very important in thoroughbred confirmation??? A horse with a short neck and normal back has what problems and a horse wi

How to Become a Horse Groom at Aiken, SC: A Guide

QuestionIve been in horse racing all my life. Starting with my parents training,breeding,and owning them. To myself breeding,training,endurance racing my o

Senior Quarter Horse: Gelding Profile & Riding Suitability

QuestionQUESTION: I got my grandchild a gelging, sorrel name on paper got enough go..name now crawford.  born 3-8-87  sixisenough & go my go ..pa

Path to Becoming a Jockey: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionHello Ed Hess. I want to become a jockey after high school and I dont know where to start. I do plan on getting into barrel racing to get more expe

Track Variant Construction: Median Time Analysis

QuestionHi Jim. When constructing a track variant would there be much difference in using the overall median time for say 8 furlongs, as opposed to the med

Locating Perennial Favorite: Information Request on Racehorse

QuestionLooking for this mare....please if you can find out any information we would be grateful...her last trainer Michael Hewitt...will not answer phone

Optimizing Horse Performance: Pre-Race Nutrition & Supplementation

QuestionHello, I train a few horse both thoroughbreds and quarter horses and I was wondering after my horses are fit and has the propers works and speed t

Derby Racer Horse Terminology: Understanding 'Checked' in Racing

Questionwhat does it mean when they say derby racer Ice Box was checked three time? AnswerChecking a horse means that a rider had to sharply pull back on

Accessing Horse Pedigrees: Resources & Formats

QuestionDo you know if there is a place or a service that allows you to download a horses pedigree in an excel format or a format that can be imported into

Horse Racing and Animal Welfare: A Research Inquiry

QuestionHello, My name is Jenna and I am in eighth grade. I抦 doing a research project for my English class; we got to pick our topic. Mine is, 揑s horse r

Claiming a Racehorse in Florida: A Comprehensive Guide

Questionhow do i get a claim license  i love horse race i live in florida and would love to claim a horse Answer Hi Celestino: Thanks for your quest

Sharp Molars in Horses: Causes, Risks & Rasping Solutions

Questionhi sir. does sharp molars make the chew the bit?? what are all the disadvantages of sharp molars?? why do we need to go for teeth rasping?? Answer

Why Is My Horse Grinding Its Teeth? Causes & What It Means

QuestionQUESTION: Hello sir, is this horse grinding its teeth?? if not, then, what hes doing?? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6Tsf3KrU3U ANSWER: hi --it