Becoming a Licensed Horse Trainer: Requirements & Process

QuestionWhere do i go to obtain my papers to become a licensed horse trainer? Answerwell ,you just dont go to get your trainers license. it is not that ea

Dealing with Recurring Equine Laminitis (Tie-Up): Expert Advice

QuestionMy horse is tying up continually, is there any medication I can give to prevent this? I live in the UK. AnswerHi Colin,     &

Filly Layup Failure: Troubleshooting Poor Condition After Rest

QuestionIn January I took my filly to a farm for layup hoping to bring her back after 90 days rest (12 races in 12 months). Now 90 days later she looks te

Horse Racing for Beginners: Expert Advice & Essential Tips

QuestionHi, I would like to know what is your best advice for someone just starting to get into horse racing. AnswerElyssa, The absolute best advice that

Buying a Race Horse: Essential Advice for Beginners

QuestionHi, Can you give advice on what a beginner should look for when buying a race horse? Answerhi  you need to take someone with you that knows h

Diet for Hyperactive Thoroughbreds: A Balanced Feeding Guide

QuestionI purchased a throughbred/QH in November and she is very hyper.  I need to know what not to feed her and the best diet for her.  She is a

Understanding Horse Racing Track Speed Ratings: Nad Al Sheba vs. Churchill Downs

QuestionWhat is the difference in speed ratings between Nad Al Sheba (UAE) and American tracks specifically Churchill Downs? AnswerHi John,   &

Understanding Horse Race Purses: Funding & Revenue

QuestionHow is the purse of a race funded? I believe the purse used to be a stakes fee that each owner paid to enter the race, but these days the amounts a

Understanding Field Bets in the Kentucky Derby

QuestionI attended the KY Derby 16 years ago and distinctly remember that we placed a bet on a field horse to show.  Are the horses with the highest o

Becoming a Jockey at 31: Is It Too Late?

Questionim 411 weigh about 120lbs and im 31 years old.my grandpa was a jockey and on the old magazine he was on it ,i dont know if its to late but i would

Kentucky Derby Whip Rules: Can Jockeys Use the Whip Early?

QuestionKent Desormeaux said that he harnessed the speed of Hold Me Back in his previous races and that he was going to use its speed early in the Derby. &

Understanding Horse Racing Track Conditions: Pletcher on Dunkirk's Performance

QuestionTodd Pletcher said that Dunkirk trained well over the sloppy Churchill Downs track and that if the track was good or muddy they would be in trouble

Swimming vs. Galloping for Horse Fitness: What's the Difference?

QuestionDoes 1 minute of swimming equal to 1 mile of galloping? Answerhi -- well ,i have swam horses in between races to keep their wind in good condition

Horse Racing Ethics: Foal Safety and Veterinary Standards

Questionfrom Texas: Do they sew the vagina lips prior to a race? AnswerHi Joe,           A most unusua

Thoroughbred Horse Training: Age & Timeline for Racing

QuestionHi Don, How many months does it take to train a horse to compete on the track and what age do you start them at? Thanks for your time. AnswerHi

Finding a Quality Broodmare: Resources & Strategies

QuestionHello, I was wondering where is a good place to find a good mare that had a decent career at the track? all I seem to find are rescues. Do i have t

Identifying Horse Tattoos: Verification & Concerns

QuestionMy wife recently acquired a retired race horse from a horse rescue organization. She got all the paperwork. The physical description matches exactl

Expanding Exotic Wagers at NYRA: A Process Overview

Questionwhats the process for nyra to add more exotic bets to their menu?? 50 cent pick 5 etc...thank you AnswerHi George: First of all, thanks for your

Historical English Racehorses: MY SWANEE & BIRDBROOK in the 1970s

Questionhi don,can you give me any information on two racehorses in england in the 1970s. MY SWANEE,BIRDBROOK.thanks ron AnswerHi Ron,    

Average Horse Racing Track Times: Finding Historical Data

QuestionI would like to find a chart that shows the average track times at different tracks.  For example, what is the average winning time for a 6F r