Understanding Horse Racing Post Positions: Inside Rail & Front Runners

Question ------------------------- Followup To: Am I to understand that the rail is on the inside? Also, what are the characteristics of a front runner? &

UK Horse Racing in Winter: Off-Track Betting Locations (1980s)

QuestionIm researching a novel set in London in 1986.  Which tracks, if any, might I have been able to bet at an off-track shop during the winter mont

Using Companion Animals to Calming High-Strung Horses: A Racing Perspective

QuestionIve got a rather strange question for a novel-in-progress. I have heard that sometimes a goat or other smaller animal is used to help calm a high

The Transition from Steel to Aluminum Racing Plates: A Historical Overview

QuestionDear Ms. Frost: What year, in general, were steel racing plates replaced by aluminum? Thank you. Sincerely, C. Justice AnswerChuck, I cant giv

Understanding Throughbred Injuries in Horse Racing: A Student's Guide

QuestionHi This is Kalle, im 13 and im doing a report of horse racing for my class. i dont have any experiance in this field, besides riding a throughbreed

Horse Breathing Difficulties During Exercise: Palate Displacement & Solutions

QuestionHello Milton. MY 5yr old gelding is not breathing properly during his gallops and races. I have tried a tounge tie on him which he hates, so i have

Understanding Pedigree Symbols in Horse Breeding: A Guide for Owners

QuestionI know the letters are for the dosage index. What do the = symbols and * mean on my Thoroughbreds pedigree mean? The asterick on an  Arabian m

Understanding Horse Lead Changes: Timing & Significance

QuestionHow can you tell when a horse changes lead?  I have heard that if they dont change lead that it isnt good and they could tire out. Thank you i

Pursuing a Career in Thoroughbred Racing: Education and Training Paths

QuestionWere can i get a degree in thoughbred training/ racing? Answerhi  there is no place where you can get a degree in training or racing. there a

College for Thoroughbred Training & Breeding: Is It Necessary?

QuestionHi, I am a senior in high school and am torn between whether or not to go to college.  I want to become a thoughobred trainer and hopefully wo

Understanding the Pedigree Dosage Scale: Race Distance Conversions

QuestionHi Stephanie I have recently started researching the Dosage scale and noticed you anwered a question regarding this topic previously. My question

A Teenager's Inquiry: Exploring a Career in Thoroughbred Horse Training

QuestionDear Mr. Hess, I am a teenager currently raising racing thoroughbreds. I love it, these horse are my definite passion. Its coming down to the time

Starting a Horse Training Business: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionHi stephanie. I was just wondering the basics on how to get into the horse training business and weather or not it would be a good decision for my

Understanding Standardbred Training for Pleasure Riding

QuestionI recently rescued a 4yr old Standardbred Race Horse.  What type of training techniques are used to train  Standardbreds for Sulke Racing

Melbourne Cup: Race Details, History & Where to Find Information

QuestionHow many horses race in the Melbourne Cup (not including emergencies)? AnswerHi Justen,          You

Understanding Claim Races in Horse Racing: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionI know nothing about horse racing.  Could you please tell me exactly what A Claim Race is?  And how does it work? Thank You! AnswerVale

Consigning Thoroughbred Foals: A Guide for Breeders

QuestionWe are expecting our first foal this spring which we are wanting to sell commercially. My question is two part; how does someone find a consignor a

Understanding Foal Shares: A Cost-Effective Breeding Option

QuestionI have another question for you (my first was on public sales). We have 5 mares we are wanting to breed this year and someone suggested we look in

Racehorse Fitness and Welfare: Examining Injuries and Ethical Concerns

QuestionHi, I am writing a research paper for my college class and I came up with a question that i have to research and I have to show the effects and bra

Understanding Horse Claiming Strategies: Identifying Potential Outcomes

QuestionI understand your position.  If you are so inclined, glance @ drf charts over a period and see if you notice a trend.  I believe if a tra