Lameness in Retired Racehorses: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi, I have a 4 year old ex racehorse who has been off the track for a little over a year. I have had her for 2 months and I am having trouble keepi

Trainer Compensation & Assistant Trainer Fees: A Breakdown

QuestionI understand the 10% winnings across the board, but I thought they get paid on a monthly or daily basis as well.  Dont they?  And what a

How to Become an Exercise Rider: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionI am interested in becoming an exercise rider. How do you break into the field? Is there an age min/max? Any information you can give would be grea

Utah Horse Trainer License Requirements: Thoroughbred vs. Other Horses

QuestionI am new to the state of Utah and I was wondering are you required to have a trainers licence to train other peoples horse or is that only in Race

Understanding Horse Pedigree Numbers: DP, DI, and CD Explained

QuestionI purchased a gelding and when I looked up his pedigree this are the numbers that came up.DP=7-4-10-1-0 (22) DI=2.67 CD=0.77. His name is Sunday Ha

Preparing for Your Assistant Trainer License Exam: Free Study Resources

QuestionQUESTION: I have been around horses all of my life.Have been a groom since 2003.From thoroughbreds in training,galloping, 2 yr olds breaking and tr

Horse Racing Starting Gate Plans & Resources - Princeton, BC

QuestionDo you know where I can get plans to build a starting gate for horse racing.  I live in Princeton, BC Canada. AnswerHi Carol,   &n

Cracked Heels in Horses: Causes, Treatment & Vetalog Ointment

QuestionI have a thoroughbred mare who has had greesy heel for 3 weeks but does not seem to be improving with treatment.  What would you treat this pr

Becoming a Jockey in Michigan: A Starting Guide

QuestionI am wondering how to get started on being a jockey?  Is there any place in Michigan where I could start out?  Im almost 16 and I know i

Triple Crown vs. Breeders' Cup: Which is More Prestigious in Horse Racing?

QuestionHi. I was just confused on something. I know about the Triple Crown, and I thought that was the biggest event in racing, but I just learned how pre

Horse Racing Starting Gate Plans - Inquiry Response

QuestionQUESTION: Do you know where I could get plans for constructing a starting gate for horse racing. ANSWER: Hi Carol - no, but if you will give me a

TB Mare Breathing Issues: Impact on Hunter/Jumper Performance

QuestionI recently acquired a tb mare that developed a breathing disorder on the track. she came off as a 3 year old and she is 4-5 years old and has had a

Improving Horse Gate Speed: Training & Equipment

QuestionHi, my question is, what would be a better way to show my horse how to come out fast a straight from the gates. Like a plan to show him? Answerwe

Understanding and Addressing Leg Weariness in Racehorses

QuestionWe have a 5 year old mare that started racing late . She has won two races both at 5 furlongs. Her first race she won in 103.4 and her second win c

Locate & Obtain Lost Horse Racing Photos from the USA

QuestionI have moved to the U.K.but I lost all my winning photos from all the races my horsers ever won in the USA. How do I find and pay for those photos

Evaluating the Reliability of Horse Workout Times

QuestionWhat would a handicapper think about DRF published workouts that were timed and turned in by the trainer of that horse. I would think it wouldnt be

Understanding Race Times: Deciphering Seconds and Fifths

QuestionWhen calling a race they will say  they ran the first quarter in 23 and 2. Does it mean 23.2 seconds AnswerGood question. This is confusing t

Understanding Lead Changes in Horse Racing: A Handicapper's Guide

QuestionQUESTION: How can I decipher lead changes from watching the race on television while handicapping? ANSWER: Hi William: Thanks for your question.

Thoroughbred Racing: Whip Rules & Horse Identification Markings

QuestionHow soon during a race can a jockey start using the whip (stick) in a thoroughbred four and a half furlong or longer horse race?  Two furlong

Understanding Behavioral Issues in Retired Racehorses

Questionhi there, I am doing an assignment on the racing industry. One of my main points is that once the thoroughbred race horse has retired from racing t