His version of "seasoned show horse" included flipping himself over backward inside of a horse trailer and breaking free from his stall on the show grounds to run wild and free. Advertised as a "seasoned, calm and well-mannered show horse" named Cheddars (that name should have been the first clue), he broke ties, halters and bridles within two hours of arriving at my barn. But, for some reason, I fell in love with him despite his personality, and, after months of pleas, tears and suicide...

Home:News:The Courier :Around the County Around the County A Spirit-raising experience By: Brad Meyer, Courier staff 04/17/2007 Email to a friendPost a CommentPrinter-friendly An abandoned newborn foal is becoming the center of attention and the inspiration for a series of children's books for an equine rescue organization in Montgomery. Home:News:The Courier :Around the County Around the County A Spirit-raising experience By: Brad Meyer, Courier staff 04/17/2007 Email to a friendPost a...

Two cash-in-transit heists and another failed attempt occurred within hours in different parts of Johannesburg yesterday. Horse illness hits racing. Horse illness hits racing. A suspected robber was shot and wounded by security guards after he and another man allegedly robbed a business in Hyde Park. A father was arrested for allegedly bombing a shack and killing his 2-year-old son in Embalenhle in Secunda, Mpumalanga police said yesterday. Johannesburg police said yesterday the men had...

Yet in a lean economy, when ranches make do with fewer employees and resources, the ATV brings a convenience even the most reliable horse cannot match. Over his 68 years, he has relied on a succession of horses chosen for their good looks, athletic ability and plain old cow sense. He resented the pickup truck's arrival on ranches in the 1940s, scoffing at hands who preferred driving over riding horseback. Lacey, a rail-thin third-generation rancher, leads the way atop Notch, the...

Greg Wood Tuesday April 17, 2007 The Guardian Betting on the 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket early next month was in limbo last night, following rumours that Teofilo, last year's champion juvenile and the ante-post favourite for the Classic for many months, might be a doubtful starter. Greg Wood Tuesday April 17, 2007 The Guardian Betting on the 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket early next month was in limbo last night, following rumours that Teofilo, last year's champion juvenile and the ante-post...

Palone's horse was caught in a pack heading into the last quarter mile. She added that it was a particularly bad time for an accident since "we've been waiting for the slots to come in, and now, this happens. Palone's sulky clipped the fallen animal when he attempted to steer around it, catapulting him into the air. Earlier this year, the Meadows increased its purses by 26 percent, and another increase is scheduled for later this year. Palone landed on his right side, causing multiple...

Printable Version By DAN SABBATINO Legislative Gazette Staff Writer Mon, Apr 16, 2007 The much anticipated presentations by the four bidders vying for control of the Saratoga, Aqueduct and Belmont race tracks last week brought promises of economic renewal and a revitalized horse racing franchise in New York during a two-day screening process. Printable Version By DAN SABBATINO Legislative Gazette Staff Writer Mon, Apr 16, 2007 The much anticipated presentations by the four bidders vying...

The first official Grand National was run in 1839, and since that time its popularity has grown to make it one of the most popular events in the British sports calendar. Only five winners since the war have carried 11st 5lb (including Red Rum twice), so it will pay to concentrate on those horses weighted below that crucial figure. Weight is always a critical factor to consider when analysing handicapped horse races but given the extreme test of jumping and stamina the National presents, it...

advertisement The society has implemented a significant regenerations of its equine facilities in recent years, to include the breaking down of compacted surfaces, the installation of a permanent irrigation system, general stable block maintenance and new fencing for the warm-up area. What's more, exhibitors are now able to enter classes online 24 hours a day, seven days a week, saving time and postage. Show Set To Break Records (from Evesham Journal) advertisement The society has...