Animal Wellness Action’s Marty Irby offers a retrospective on the career of Bob Baffert and wonders about the future of the world-famous race trainer. (more…)
Yesterday Congress passed the Horseracing Integrity Act as part of the fiscal year 2021 omnibus spending package. This historic legislation aims to reduce fatalities and injuries in U.S. horse racing. (more…)
If this isn’t an example of some true mare power, we don’t know what is. We’re in love with the grit Swiss Skydiver showed in the Preakness, and we can’t get enough of her. (more…)
The Horseracing Integrity Act is aimed at protecting American racehorses through uniform drug standards and enforcement in horseracing. Here’s why the legislation — and your help! — are so important. (more…)
Every week Horse Nation teams up with Ovation Riding to recognize those doing good in the horse world. This week we recognize Keeneland and Churchill Downs, which are reinforcing their commitment to safety with racing and training reforms. (more…)
An excellent book showcasing and humanizing a side of Thoroughbred racing most don’t see and, equally important telling the stories of the community around Churchill Downs. (more…)
Working with off-track horses is both challenging and rewarding. Although each horse is unique, here are six commonalities that can be found in off-track Thoroughbreds and off-track Standardbreds.
Every Friday, Horse Nation teams up with Ovation Riding to spotlight an individual or organization doing good work in the horse world. Today we recognize Racing Victoria.
With the spotlight on the numerous breakdowns at the Santa Anita Racetrack, the Thoroughbred racing industry has reached a pivotal moment. It’s time to make decisions to ensure the health of the racehorses.
“We believe for too long the conversation has been driven by outside forces. We feel there’s an equally important story to be told, and that’s the one of tens of thousands who live, breathe and sleep horses. For them, this isn’t a job, it’s a way of life.”
The Stronach Group, the owner of Santa Anita Park, has issued a statement promising sweeping changes to California racing after a 22nd horse broke down on the main track this morning. There have been no further statements issued about the surface of the track itself.
The third running of the Pegasus World Cup crowned City of Light the victory, while the inaugural Pegasus World Cup Turf went to Bricks and Mortar. Catch the recap and replays here!
Living legend Winx continues her reign as the best racehorse in the world, notching her 26th consecutive win in exciting fashion over the weekend to break the great Black Caviar’s record.
Ever wanted to dabble in racehorse ownership but your pleasure horses are eating up all of your time (and money?) We’ve got the perfect solution for you, courtesy of Retired Racehorse Project and Wasabi Stables.
