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    Thoroughbred horse racing is a sport full of beauty, thrill, and danger. Each horse is different, they are built different, they have different attitudes and they have different trainers. The sport of horse racing is where you see the unbridled speed and agility of the thoroughbreds. Well actually, today’s horse racing is where you get to see the work of the medications that have been injected inside the horses. The medications that are inserted into these horses can make them run faster, they are

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    The summary identified that there had been a discovery of a “speed gene” in thoroughbred racing horses. “The identification of the ‘speed gene’ is the first known characterization of a gene contributing to a specific athletic trait in thoroughbred horses and has the potential to transform decision-making processes in the global bloodstock industry” (Science Daily). The summary of both the lab report and the newspaper

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    To thoroughbred horse racing fans, Santa Anita Park in Arcadia is the place to go this winter. The Park offers live horse racing in the backdrop of the magnificent San Gabriel Mountains. Except for occasional tourists, horse racing fans are not there for the scenery but to bet and win on horse races. Thoroughbred racing fans also called handicappers are using race programs and tip sheets to analyze and bet on horse races. To the handicappers, winning a bet on a horse race is like smoking marijuana

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    the top ten most famous race horses ever recorded. Horse racing is often revered in the United States as an immaculate and family-friendly event. It has even been referred to as, “The Sport of Kings”. Colorful jockeys perch upon the backs of colossal horses, and excitement and anticipation dance in the air. However, few people come to watch the animals that they love. At the track, love does not make money. Horse racing is a money-driven sport, and the price is the horses’ well-being. The effects

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    Thoroughbreds, Born to Fail? A swift swish of a tail, wild eyes showing white, a rider pushing forward with a whip into a metal cage. Guns sound as the clank of metal gates opening spook the horses into a frightened run. Thoroughbred horses go through this regimen every time they step onto the race track. Not to mention the other cruelties that these animals face, to ensure their success in crossing the finishing line. Controversy has trailed the animals who are pushed to their limits for the entertainment

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    Live Harness Racing Season Horses are extremely beautiful creatures. They are strong, powerful and majestic. It can be really exciting to watch them when they’re racing. Here at Isle Casino Racing Pompano Park, we love a good horse race. But what’s even more thrilling than a regular horse race is harness racing! In fact, October 4 marks the official start of live harness racing season. If you’ve never heard of it, then today is your lucky day. Read on to learn more about this interesting sport.

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    With a race, a winner and a celebration is soon to come after being finalized by the judges. The celebration would be at the winner’s circle The winner’s circle was placed in various locations throughout Churchill Downs during the years. From 1875 to 1929 the winner’s circle was drawn on the racetrack by using chalk dust and not always in the same area. In 1938 the first real winner’s circle was added. The Circle included a presentation stand and was placed in the infield of the track. (Chew pg

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    SLAUGHTERHOUSES I have some questions for you: Is slavery-owner, victim, profit, domination - exclusive to the human race? have not cows been enslaved? If they are not saved what are they, free? Slaughterhouse, house of slaughter. Today we are going to talk about the world’s forgotten victims: Animals. And the world’s strongest and oldest addiction: Meat Besides psychological and physical abuse, torture, dismemberment and murder, what do you think happens to animals inside of a slaughterhouse

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    have deen newwer players who think that you can just enter your horses on what ever surface and distance you want. Sadly to all our very new players that this works. Now a lot of older players who have played the game for way longer then me will have there own opions on how to find out things. We shall start with races ( i will put a example because if i did all the breeds it would take way to much time so i will stick to thoroughbreds. Lets say you have a 2 year old sprinter that is a productive

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    The past 5 years I have participated in bartending for the Kentucky Derby. I have had horses my entire life and find them to very majestic, powerful creatures. Needless to say I have always had a certain obsession with the run for the roses. Due to my fascination and having the Derby experience, I chose to review “The Kentucky Derby: Run for the Roses” written by Bill Doolittle and a foreword by Walter Cronkite. The book revolves around a bit of history on the Kentucky Derby and the traditions that

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