In recent years, cases involving the neurological forms of equine herpes have increased after being relatively rare, researchers have said. Horse has herpes virus; Downs' barn quarantined No problems are reported with other animals at track. In a telephone interview, Ford said there have been no signs of problems with other horses and the initial results from testing could be back today. Carroll said one of his 3-year-old colts, which ran last Saturday, didn't look right Thursday morning...

The king is believed to have said during a raging battle: "A horse, a horse, my kingdom for a horse. The first horses to be bred there were the Dales, a stock not known for its racing abilities. Our best horses in recent years have been Shamardal, who won the Dewhurst Stakes in 2004 for [His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al] Maktoum's Gainsborough Stud before transferring to Godolphin in 2005, and the flying filly, Attraction, who won four Group One races in 2004. The locals are used...

Martin O'Malley will try to push through the legislature this week -- proposing up to 15,000 machines spread across the state, if voters say yes next year -- is "lousy economic policy," "an irrational form of gaming" and "a tremendous transfer of wealth from the state to the special interests who own the tracks. Martin O'Malley will try to push through the legislature this week -- proposing up to 15,000 machines spread across the state, if voters say yes next year -- is "lousy economic...

During the day Saturday, would-be buyers got to see horses put through the paces around the arena - showing off heeling, heading, barrel racing and other skills - before Saturday night's auction. Cowboys or cowgirls needing new rides didn't go to a car lot this weekend - instead they staked out a horse auction, but not just any one. Armed with auction guides spelling out horses' abilities and quirks, those seeking to acquire a new animal kept eyes on the arena as announcers rattled off...

Gambling industry has big plans for state ANDY ROSEN Daily Record Business Writer October 28, 2007 7:12 PM Gaming industry leaders describe Maryland an important potential market, and one that is likely to eventually allow games such as blackjack, roulette or poker if state officials authorize the installation of slot machines. Gambling industry has big plans for state ANDY ROSEN Daily Record Business Writer October 28, 2007 7:12 PM Gaming industry leaders describe Maryland an important...

The quarantine order affects 19 horses in Carroll's section of the barn, including a stable pony, and 16 horses under Stall's care. A 3-year-old horse tested positive for equine herpes. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Churchill Downs barn quarantined. Churchill Downs spokesman John Asher said a 3-year-old thoroughbred in Barn 47, which houses horses trained by David Carroll and Al Stall Jr. The horse trained by Carroll was transported to an...

Posted on Sunday, October 28, 2007 Email ThisPrint This Groups Struggle To Save Horses By LISA SANDBERG HITCHCOCK, Texas (AP) Jennifer Sylvester caters to guests of varied temperaments at the East Texas equine sanctuary where she works: sweet horses, mean horses, mellow horses. Posted on Sunday, October 28, 2007 Email ThisPrint This Groups Struggle To Save Horses By LISA SANDBERG HITCHCOCK, Texas (AP) Jennifer Sylvester caters to guests of varied temperaments at the East Texas equine...

In this summit, two Australian and French experts will talk about long horse riding, horse acupuncture treatment, as well as economic profit of breeding Persian horse. According to Saleh Rategh, head of professional gathering of equestrian sports holding this festival will provide the chance to introduce Persian purebred horses and Iran's long history in equestrian sports. Myths of Elegance will be the main important part of this festival during which the purebred Persian horses will be...

TABCORP Holdings says the equine influenza outbreak in August has cut its wagering turnover by $251 million, and is expected to lead to a total reduction in turnover of about $550 million by the time the horse racing industry recovers. ASX:Quote, News) expects turnover will be down approximately $550 million by the time the industry recovers from equine influenza in the new year," Tabcorp said. ASX:Quote, News) said it would weather the impact of the outbreak, with the performance of its...