Thoroughbred

Dr David Marlin is a scientist with more than 25 years experience in biochemistry and physiology. He started off at the Stirling University in Scotland studying physiology and computing from 1978 to 1981. Finishing his degree David went on to train with dressage coach and rider Judy Harvey a fellow of the British Horse Society (FBHS) and Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) International dressage judge. Continuing David then went on to do a PhD on exercise physiology at the University of Loughborough,1989, which is the leading sports university in the UK after studying “The responses of Thoroughbred racehorses to exercise and training” for 4 years in the world renowned Animal Health Trust in Newmarket, 1985. During David 's time here he…

Animal welfare is making sure the well-being of an animal is met. There is much controversy worldwide regarding the rights and ethical treatment of animals and many disputes within the sport of thoroughbred racing. According to Dr. John Webster, Professor of Animal Husbandry at the University of Bristol, there are five freedoms that humans need to strive to provide for their animals: Freedom from thirst, hunger, and malnutrition, freedom from discomfort, freedom from pain, injury, and disease,…

Did you know Chesapeake was supposed to win the first Kentucky derby? It’s true,Oliver Lewis was supposed to clear the field for W. Henry, who rode Chesapeake, but after he fell to far behind H.P McGraw, the horses owner, waved Lewis on, and Lewis ended up winning. The Derby took place on may 17, 1875, and Lewis and Aristides went down in America’s history. Th history of the track, the actual racing, and trip to the winners circle, helped build one of Americas longest lasting tradition. in…

malnourished, trained and raced until they can’t any longer, while others claim that these animals are getting treated as royalty and enjoy their “jobs” as they would call it. In my opinion there needs to be compromise. Instead of eliminating the horse racing industry or leaving the few inhumane activities within it we should strive to make reforms to protect these beautiful horses. Bonnie Erbe is a radio host and contributing editor of the U.S. News and World Report. In Erbe’s article Horse…

If they don't know by now, US horse players need to come to the realization that horse racing in Australia and Europe is among some of the best horse racing in the world. While a great majority of the racing takes place on turf, these countries have time and again produced some of the best race horses in the world. As a racing fan, you may ask why the US doesn't see more Australian imports coming into the US for major races. There are two viable reasons for this phenomenon. First, the Southern…

Kentucky Derby Facts The one thing which I loved the most when I lived in New York City was to go to horse races during the late spring and summer at Belmont Park in Long Island. There was something so exciting about it and I just love horses they are so wonderful. The biggest thrill was the Triple Crown which began with the Kentucky Derby in Kentucky, went on to the Preakness in Maryland and finally the Belmont Stakes in New York. I never put too much money on the horses but it was a thrilling…

Argumentative Writing - Horse Racing Should Be Banned Horse racing is usually seen as a fun, thrilling experience. A chance to win money. But looking past the cheering crowds there is a lot going on you probably don’t know about. Horses are whipped every second they lay their foot on the track. Zero release from the pain being handed to them. The fact that they are started so young their joints have very little time to strengthen and develop to carry their own weight much less a person and…

hard to achieve. Unless the horse is known to be 100% bombproof (sound under any conditions), the horse will most definitely let the rider know when sore or has an issue with something in the nearby surroundings. As said from a professional chiropractor, “It’s mostly aggression and objection. Often horses will experience some discomfort during treatment, particularly in circumstances of severe injuries. In such cases, it’s common for horses to kick or bite during treatment.” This also means…

If you have recently joined one of the UK's popular online race books, you may be entitled to free bets. It might be worth your wild to consider using your free bets online to make wagers on some of the most exciting races in the universe. Those races take place on a daily basis in Australia, one of the most underrated horse racing destinations known to man. It might surprise one to find out the history of racing in the Southern Hemisphere is second to none. It includes great horse, jockeys and…

Thoroughbred Racing Since the late 1900’s horses evolved from an animal of practicality and transportation to one of pleasure, trade and gambling. Thoroughbred racing is a worldwide industry involving the gambling, racing and breeding of thoroughbred horses. The racing industry is multinational and followed all around the world, with the UK and Ireland, USA, France, Italy, Australia and New Zealand being the major influences in the breeding and production of thoroughbred racehorses. The New…