Rate O Slide: History, Uses & Where to Find a Classic Slide Rule

QuestionMichael: I HAVE A SLIDE RULE THAT I USE I BROUGHT IT UP TO DATE AND I USE IT ON MY RACING PROGRAM THE ORIGINAL WAS CALLED RATE O SLIDE BY SARGE COL

Understanding OTB Betting: Tips for New Players

QuestionWe just got an OTB center near us.  Ive been twice and had a lot of fun, though not much luck w/ my bets.  Im still learning to read the

Dog Racing Handicapping: Why Systems Fail & How to Improve

QuestionHi Mike, I like the horses but prefer the dogs. Why? Less variables. I cant seem to weigh all the variables properly with the horses. If you have a

Becoming a Flat Racing Trainer: A Guide for Aspiring Professionals

QuestionI want to be a flat horseracing trainer. Where can i study? Who can help me? Do you know if there are courses about? Could I begin with some classe

Dreamer (2004): The True Story of the Miracle Horse - Was It Real?

QuestionI saw Dreamer last night with Kurt Russell.  During the movie they mention a horse that came back from a major leg injury-like movie plot, and

Horseback Riding: Exercise, Bridles, and Saddles - A Beginner's Guide

QuestionWhen you ride a race horse how do you exercise them and how do you hold your reins, what bridle should you use, what saddle should you use, and the

Safe & Effective Mating Supplements for Horses: Expert Advice

Question------------------------- Followup To Question - In your professional onpinion which of the mating inducing supplements has the minimum ocurrenc

Researching Racehorse Racing History: Devoted Love & Perservere

QuestionYears ago I was part owner of two race horses.  I am trying to find any history of their racing.  One horse was named Devoted Love and th

Hip Issues in Standardbred Gelding: Seeking Diagnostic & Treatment Advice

QuestionHello We have a 21 yr old Standardbred gelding, never raced up until a year ago he was sound. Dont know if there was any trauma. He started favorin

Preventing Stud Behavior Around Pregnant Mares: A Guide

QuestionI HAVE A FOUR YEAR OLD STUD THAT HAS BEEN IN A PEN NOT FAR FROM MY MARE THAT SHOULD FOAL WITHIN A MONTH.  SHE IS ALSO PINNED UP NOT FAR FROM T

Overcoming Fear & Building Confidence in Horseback Riding

QuestionSo, do they tend to spook while they are galloping? or are they usually too busy running? I know that I need to be in a mindset that doesnt allow m

Chiropractic & UGardRX for Equine Recovery: A Holistic Approach

QuestionIt sounds like chiropractic would be of help to this horse.  I take on rescue or rehabs from off the track and fortunately, my husband is a DV

Improving a Racehorse's Mental Fortitude: Addressing Anxiety and Performance Issues

QuestionI have a 4yr old filly in training.Two trainers rate her at 80-90( flat sprinter)from home gallops etc. She won her maiden 6f 1st time out at 3 the

Why Do Horse Races and NASCAR Cars Drive Counter-Clockwise?

QuestionI am sure that you werent expecting this question, but I had asked on another sight why nascar drives counter-clockwise. I was told that they copie

Jockey Riding Style: Advantages and Techniques

Questionwhat is the name of the style? How is it an advantage in racing? why do they use it? AnswerRichard I dont believe that there is a name for the wa

Calculating Horse Racing Training Expenses for Tax Purposes

QuestionIts a long ugly story.  I am trying to find out how to determine the expenses for training at least one horse for racing.  The IRS is cur

Understanding Horse Racing Leads: Right Lead Changes and Strategies

QuestionI read your answer to the question of Lead Changes dated 11/25/2005.  Where a horse starts off on the right lead and changes to the left on th

Typical Height for a 2-Year-Old Thoroughbred Horse: What to Expect

QuestionHi,   I have  a 2yr old T/BRED AND  HE IS  FLAT BRED I WAS WONDERING WHAT WOULD THE AVERAGE SIZE FOR A 2YR BE  HE HA

Becoming a Jockey or Groom: Training, Costs & Career Paths

Questionhi there, I am interested in getting into the horse racing profession as a jockey or groomer.  However, I cant seem to find any information r

Why Does a Horse Race Without Betting?

Question------------------------- Followup To Question - what causes a situation where there is a horse in a race but there is  no betting on him,