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Going Green: Are Equine Diets Environmentally Friendly?

When most caretakers develop a diet for their horses, the environmental impact of the comestibles once they're passed through the horse's body often isn't the first thing they consider. But a team of researchers recently set out to see which forage-based diet is healthiest for both the horse and the environment.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Kentucky Gaming Amendment to Be Introduced

Kentucky Gaming Amendment to Be Introduced

Legislation authorizing a constitutional amendment on expanded gambling in Kentucky will be introduced the morning of Feb. 14, officials said.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Ontario Official Targets Racing's Slots Money

Ontario Official Targets Racing's Slots Money

A top government official in Ontario Feb. 14 questioned the $345 million horse racing gets from province-operated slot machines given a $16 billion budget deficit.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Giant Oak Voted 2011 Illinois HOY

Giant Oak Voted 2011 Illinois HOY

Multiple grade I winner Giant Oak has been named the Illinois Horse of the Year and champion older handicap male for 2011

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
KY Legislation: Up to 5 Racetrack Casinos

KY Legislation: Up to 5 Racetrack Casinos

Legislation introduced in the Kentucky General Assembly Feb. 14 authorizing a constitutional amendment on expanded gambling calls for up to seven casinos--up to five at racetracks--if it becomes law.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Contest to Name Rachel Alexandra's Colt

Barbara Banke, owner of Stonestreet Farm, and Harold McCormick are seeking help in naming the first foal by 2009 Horse of the Year Rachael Alexandra.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Southwest Regional: Heartland of America

Southwest Regional: Heartland of America

Bigheart Thoroughbreds steps up in Oklahoma.

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 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Trade Zone: The Science Behind Supplements

Trade Zone: The Science Behind Supplements

February 18, 2012 - The Science Behind Nutritional Supplements

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 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
From 'Rags' to Pletcher Riches

From 'Rags' to Pletcher Riches

What went into Javier Castellano's decision to drop Union Rags?

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 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Churchill Launches Derby Fantasy Challenge

Churchill Launches Derby Fantasy Challenge

Churchill Downs has launched its "Road to the Roses" Kentucky Derby Fantasy Challenge that permits players to manage a stable of horses, trainers, and jockeys leading up to the first classic at Churchill Downs.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Winner's Circle - Up to Code

Winner's Circle - Up to Code

If Algorithms, makes it to the Kentucky Derby, nothing will keep breeder Pat Klussman away from Churchill Downs.

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 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Animal Kingdom Breezes Six Furlongs

Animal Kingdom Breezes Six Furlongs

In his longest work of the year to date, Animal Kingdom breezed six furlongs on the Palm Meadows Training Center turf Feb. 14.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Snitzel Colt Shines in MM's Perth Sale

A son of Snitzel was the most expensive horse sold Feb. 14 during the premier session of the Magic Millions Perth yearling sale at the Belmont Park Sales Complex in Australia. He commanded Aust$240,000.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Progress and Prudence - By Eric Mitchell

Progress and Prudence - By Eric Mitchell

The industry cannot move fast enough in the area of improving Thoroughbreds' care after they've retired from racing.

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 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Haskin's Derby Trail 2/14/2012 (blog)

Haskin's Derby Trail 2/14/2012 (blog)

Pletchers Have El Al Jets Ready for Takeoff

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 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Brighter Days on Illinois Racing Horizon?

Brighter Days on Illinois Racing Horizon?

Hawthorne Race Course opens its spring meet Feb. 17 with higher purses, a lot more horses on the grounds and a hopeful eye on both the weatherman and the state Capitol.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
NYRA Proposes More Pari-Mutuel Wagering

NYRA Proposes More Pari-Mutuel Wagering

The New York Racing Association is proposing a plan to let it operate pari-mutuel wagering in an initial 10 bars and restaurants in New York City.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Thunder Moccasin: Pretty and Pretty Talented

Thunder Moccasin: Pretty and Pretty Talented

Thunder Moccasin didn't command huge prices in the auction ring, but he always was physically impressive.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Now I Know Injured, Retired from Racing

Now I Know Injured, Retired from Racing

Now I Know, winner of the 2011 Delta Downs Princess Stakes (gr. III), has been retired from racing, according to a Feb. 14 Oaklawn Park press release.

 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Slideshow: Donn Handicap Day

Slideshow: Donn Handicap Day

There were some memorable performances on Donn Handicap Day at Gulfstream.

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 Tuesday, February 14, 2012

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