My friend euthanized his horse after its leg broke during a race. We knew the horse well, and it was a favorite of my grandson’s. He immediately asked why they couldn’t fix his broken leg or let the horse live with three legs. Horses can’t live with three legs because their massive weight needs to …
Horse racing captivates millions with its speed and grace, but it also comes with heartbreaking realities. One of the most common questions from fans and newcomers alike is: Why are racehorses euthanized after breaking a leg? As a lifelong horseman with over 25 years in Thoroughbred racing, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges these injuries pose. …
Recently there has been a rash of horse deaths on the major horse racing tracks in the United States. The news of the racehorse deaths made me wonder, are racehorse deaths on the rise? Racehorse deaths aren’t on the rise in the United States but quite the opposite. In the U.S., in 2019, 441 Thoroughbred …