On May 3, 4:45*pm, Arri London > wrote:

> That poor filly had to be put down after the race (she came in second)
> due to compound fractures of both front ankles. Breeders need to start
> breeding horses with stronger bones.

The problem isn't breeding for stronger bones, the problem is racing
horses that are not fully matured. Two-years old is way to young to be
running a horse. I feel that they should be a MINIMUM of three to four
years old. Won't happen though. It costs more to keep, train and
condition a horse an extra year or two.

That was so sad to watch. I had done a little soul searching before
the race (because I do love horses AND racing) and was given some
insight from friends that I never considered before. I had plans to go
bet at a satellite track site, but couldn't after some of the things I
read today. I don't want to outlaw racing, I just think there are
reforms that can and should be made.

Ever wonder what happens to used-up race horses? A friend provided
this link to me and I think it's worth sharing:

http://www.thestar.com/Sports/HorseR...article/420982

In a strange way, the story could be on-topic as they are talking
about horse meat for consumption.

--Lin