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The Use of an English Bridle

May 4th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Thin, simple, and made of leather, English bridles are similar to the western ones, but they have an extra part called the “noseband”. The western style bridle has a “concho” that looks like small belt buckle which immediately let’s you know that it is indeed western. Both English bridles and their western counterparts, are used to control the movement of the horse you are riding. They are also used when exercising your horse, either to warm him up, or to cool him down. Bridles are a great way to have control over our large four legged friends. Horses would still be wild without them!

Building My Breyer Collection

April 25th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Love it! Really love it! My model horse collection just got the Cadillac of all Breyer Horses Stablemates! I just purchased the big wooden stable and I love it. The horses fit beautifully inside and all of my other accessories work great with it. The fence looks great around the outside as does the tack shop next to it. The problem with shopping for additional items is that the more I shop the more I see that I want to buy. I needed a hobby and I think I have surely found one. adding to my collection is so much fun.

Horse Racing System: Back These Ten Horses!

April 19th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Well it seems to be the time of year, dear reader, when everyone is sharing the ten horses they’re most looking forward to seeing this season. And, in the same vein of this, I thought I’d share mine with you.
However, if you’re expecting the usual ten Classic contenders, you’re in for something of a surprise…
After last season’s profitable alternative group of ten, I’ll have another go this season.

As caveated last year, this Horse Racing list has the possibility to go one of two ways: I suspect that there will be no middle ground with this. Most of these horses have something to improve upon, and pretty much none of them will make it to the top of their class.
But, from a betting perspective, does that matter? The reason for picking these ten is that I think they may win once or twice at nice payoffs.

And you’ll notice a number of my favourite trainers are represented here, as well as a slight concession to myself…
So, with that in mind, here we go:

1. Rough Sketch (Tr: Sir Mark Prescott; 3yo gelding)

A 3yo, with three runs in sprint maidens last season, Rough Sketch has all the classic hallmarks of a Prescott improver.
By Arc winner, Peintre Celebre, out of a Saddlers’ Wells mare, this nag is clearly bred for at least middle distances.
So it will have been no surprise that he was well beaten in three starts from 6-7f.
Likely to start off a rating in the early 50’s, I’ll be surprised if this unit isn’t placed to run up a sequence in middle to long distance handicaps.
Beware though: if he wins first time out, expect him to be short in the betting for a couple of runs thereafter.

2. Astrodome (Tr: Sir Mark Prescott; 3yo gelding)

The same methodology again here. It really feels like the Prescott team becomes a Horse Racing Tips with some of these types.
In the case of Astrodome, he makes the cut ahead of stablemates General Ting, Almamia and Lady Calido only because his sire, Domedriver, won me a stack of cash at the Breeders Cup a few years back! (Domedriver won the BC Mile, beating Rock of Gibraltar – desperate terrible ugly ride from Mick Kinane – at odds of 26/1).
I digress. Astrodome went from being beaten 22 lengths over 7f, to being beaten ‘only’ 9 lengths over a mile (8f).
He’s a half brother to Alambic who had a similar profile in 2006. That animal ended up winning six from seven in the space of as many weeks.

3. Hill Queen (Tr: Luca Cumani; 4yo filly)

Luca Cumani is known for taking a similar path to Sir Mark in ‘warming up’ horses for handicaps.
In this case, however, I’m enrolling a slightly more exposed nag into my ten. Hill Queen had three runs in Italy as a 2yo, the last of which was a victory.
Last season, she also had three runs, culminating in a fair bronze medal at Kempton.
She’s unquestionably not a superstar, but if / when she wins, you can expect that it will compensate for the times she doesn’t.

4. Ridge Rose (Tr: Luca Cumani; 4yo filly)

More in the traditional mould of the affable and wily Italian’s stings, Ridge Rose had three anonymous enough runs in maiden company last season, and will very likely be tackling handicaps this term.
A half-sister to none other than 2007 Champion Hurdler Sublimity, she will be running over a mile and a half or further, and I doubt she’ll be long before winning.

5. Rapid City (Tr: Julia Feilden; 5yo gelding)

Ok, so I probably do need to apologise for including this horse in my list, as I own a piece of him! However, I think he takes his place on merit.
He had a great first season for us, mopping up three AW races, and finishing 2nd another twice, before injuring himself and still running quite well in the Newbury Spring Mile.
His first startsince was a month ago at Kempton, and the lack of pace there was totally against him.
Julia says she’s got nothing that can live with him on the gallops, and he’s going to be running at Great Leighs in their inaugural fixture this Sunday.
I’ll be there and cheering, and I’m hopeful that our patience last year with the injury will be vindicated over the course of the spring and summer.

6. Naughty Thoughts (Tr: Tom Dascombe; 4yo filly)

I’ve nailed my colours firmly to the Dascombe mast this season in my Horseracing trainers to follow series, and I have nominated one of his inmates here.
Forgive me for saying this, but I love the name… However, no nag makes my ten on nomenclature alone. No indeed!
This donkey won a low grade auction event for Andrew Turnell three starts back, and was bought in the ensuing auction by the shrewd Dascombe for about nine grand.
Since then, she won an apprentice handicap (for which I believe horses do not receive a penalty), and then finished 3rd in a soft ground Folkestone handicap.
Realistically rated on 60-odd, she is unlikely to be done with winning just yet, and is one to keep an eye on.

7. Brexca (Tr: Clive Cox; 3yo gelding)

Three runs in baby maidens at the end of last season, the final one of which was a runner up spot over a mile at Newbury.
He looks bred to be a miler (by Diktat out of a Distinctly North mare), and may cut some ice in decent handicaps this season.

8. Dunn’o (Tr: Clive Cox; 3yo gelding)

Another from the Cox squad, this one has also had just the three qualifying runs in maidens to date.
He ran with credit on all occasions, the worst of which was a 4 ½ length fourth behind Wednesday’s Newmarket winner, Prohibit.
He could be a nice horse and will probably be aimed at a good handicap at Royal Ascot.
Before then though, despite the option of handicaps, Cox has entered Dunn’o in a maiden at Bath next week.

9. Mullein (Tr: Ralph Beckett; 3yo filly)

Ralph is a great Horse Racing trainer, and I’m a big fan of him. It’s a pleasure to include one of his team here, and the filly in question is unexposed and could develop into a tidy animal.
Having finished close-ish in a very hot Ascot maiden on her debut, she came back for her first run this season in a maiden at Kempton on the all weather.
Despite making her own running, she scorched four lengths clear by the line, and has obviously got further improvement to come.
I hope Beckett doesn’t go down the conditions / listed race route with her, because although I think she could win such races, we’ll get a better price in competitive handicaps!

10. Rattan (Tr: ‘Sir’ Henry Cecil; 3yo colt)

No list of ten would be complete in my eyes without the living legend that is Henry Cecil.
Regular readers know the affection in which I hold this man. And its not just emotional, but financial too.
After a few seasons wallowing in the doldrums (and who wouldn’t given the awful turn of events that beset dear Henry in that time), he bounced back last season in Classic-winning and lucrative fashion.
He’s right at the top of the trainer’s hot list at the moment, and I think Rattan might be a nice one to look out for.
Three juvenile runs all ended in silver medals, and it surely won’t be long before this imperially bred Khalid Abdulla gets a deserved gold. Or two.

So there it is – my ten plodders to bet. Probably no equine superstars in there, but quite possibly some good wagers to be had for those who keep the faith.

By day I work on a Horse Racing Tips service.

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The moment you have decided to have a horse, you should give a serious thought to the horse stable, the place where the horse will be housed. Horses are clean animals and will need a lot of attention and comfort to stay in the pink of their health. Hence, you will need to pay careful attention to all the details that go into the making and maintaining of a horse stable even before the horse arrives on your property.

August 24th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

The Basic Requirements of a Horse Stable

There will be many factors that will be needed for a horse stable to qualify as healthy and comfortable living place. The most important are briefly described below:

Space and Light

Horses are large animals and they will need a lot of space and adequate light in their stables as they do not like to be too much restrained or in the dark. A good stable should measure at least 400 square feet per horse. Horses who are subjected to restricted and tightly closed areas are liable to fall prey to sickness faster than horses that enjoy a comfortable living area. Darkness too, has an awful impact on the behavior of the horse. It has been observed that horses usually become aggressive and uncooperative if kept in dark and small places for long. The Most Romantic Rides Of All Is Still A Horse Carriage Memories are special because of what we do and with whom not because of where we go and for what period of time. Any event or day …..

Cleanliness

This is one of the most critical aspects in the maintenance of a horse stable. You should take extreme care that the horse stable should not become a haven for parasites, dust and molds as these are very harmful to the horse. The stable should also be equipped with an especially good drainage system so the feces and urine can be removed effortlessly.

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Ventilation

It is very important to have the horse stable well ventilated. Closed air breeds dust mites, mold and other unpleasant organisms which can play havoc with the health of your horse. If you want your horse to live a long and healthy life, you should ensure that its stable is exceptionally well aired and clean.

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The horse stable should be equipped with warm and comfortable bedding. Unless the horse is rested well and happy where it stays, it will not settle down not will it heed to any training. This is why it would always be good to ensure that the horse stable has soft and comfortable bedding. The horse bedding that is available in the market is quite comfortable, however, you will have to check however whether it can give the adequate support to the horse or not.

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The heavy Friesian Horse is a true workhorse. The characteristics of this breed include strength, large size, thick fur, and a uniform black coat. Friesians are a beautiful, photogenic breed. Their manes and tails are kept long, and most owners leave the long fringes of hair that grow around their hooves. So the horse looks especially stout-footed, like a Clydesdale.

August 20th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

Origins

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The true Friesian Horse was a breed developed by the peasants of Friesland, an agricultural region now a part of the Netherlands along the North Sea Coast. The climate in this area can be chilly and windy. This strong horse was perfect for that region. The breed had probably already been developed from the wild horses of Europe by the time the Romans arrived in Friesland. It is thought that the Romans brought these horses to Britain with them and thus introduced some Friesian characteristics to the island’ s horses.

 

But Friesian Horses were long thought to be a sort of heavy, inelegant, even ugly breed, suited only to dirty farm work. This had changed drastically by the dawning of the Age of Chivalry. Friesians were one of the few breeds stout and strong enough to carry an armor-clad knight into battle. Chevaliers prized these animals. During the Crusades, it is probable that Europeans bred their Friesians with Arabian horses making the breed somewhat more graceful in its steps.

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In fact from the Middle Ages until the Industrial Revolution, the Friesian Horse had a range of desirable characteristics; being more muscular animals, they made strong farm workers. Their more compact brothers were still big, and with a glistening coat, and with a gentle, easily-trained mentality, they were popular with the gentry spending time at fancy riding schools. Some Britons were known to import them to work as hearse-pullers.

However, as the 19th century progressed into the 20th, almost all working horse breeds experienced a decline, and the Friesian was no exception. Throughout its zenith, very few people bred pure Friesians; they rather crossbred them with other horses, trying to select certain characteristics. But Dutch enthusiasts, interested in preserving their local breed, set up a Friesian Horse Registry in 1878. They would only list animals of pure Friesian stock, with no other breed in its bloodlines. Even today, it is one of the strictest registries in the world.

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But now the breed is no longer in danger of decline. Its beauty and temperament make it a favorite among breeders, riders, and places that need real workhorses.

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Whether you are a dedicated horse aficionado or just someone who has read Seabiscuit, horse racing art can be a great accent to home décor, or even the theme to a whole room. For as long as there have been horse races in the United States there have been people commemorating these events. From classically-trained painters executing studies of each horse to the local betting parlor’ s highball glass, horse racing art has always been popular.

August 18th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

And, as with many things, vintage is both chic and affordable. And it fills every niche from elegant to kitsch. However, in order to find entire antique stores dedicated to horse racing art, you have got to go on site.

Saratoga Springs, New York

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Maybe only locals and true racing fans know this offhand, but Saratoga Springs has hosted thoroughbred horse races since the 1860s. This town in upstate New York is an elegant little tourist destination, both for the racing and for the namesake springs. Downtown Saratoga Springs is a nice stroll for the tourist, with quaint restaurants, decorating stores, and not a few antique shops.

 

And the shop owners know the tourists, having just seen a race or learned about the town, are out for horse racing art. High street shops have oil paintings and silver trophies. Turn a block off for more affordable prices and a fun range of merchandise. Anything you can imagine they have, plates, glasses, pictures, scrapbooks, and more.

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Lexington, Kentucky

The whole city of Lexington, and to some extent, all of Kentucky is homage to the horse race. On any country road, town square, or city street, you cannot avoid the horse racing art. Antique and collectible stores anywhere in Lexington will have merchandise attached to horse racing’ s biggest annual event: the Kentucky Derby. There have been 132 runnings of the Derby, all of which necessitated souvenir glasses, programs, pictures, and framed tickets.

The most iconic item associated with the Kentucky Derby is a plain silver mint julep glass. Search fancier shops for sterling, but other shops will have silver plate, pewter, and other materials. The organizers of the Kenutcky Derby also annually commission art celebrating their horse race. Framed posters, limited edition lithographs, paintings, and commemorative ticket stubs are made in rather small numbers to try and keep their value high. For good deals, negotiate at antique shops, or search online for competitive deals.

 

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How To Bet On A Horse Race In the United States, the best part of a horse race for many spectators is the gambling. Bettors do not even need to attend the …..

 

 

 

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