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Horse Mania Newsletter #18
March 17th 2000
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Hello, everyone!
Welcome to issue eighteen. I hope you’ve all had a good week, I’m glad
it’s Friday! In this issue we have a list of all the February winners of
the Horse Mania Excellent Webpage Award. Congratulations to everyone! We
already have some March winners and I will be sorting through some more
applications this week. I don’t have much else to say so we’ll just get on
with the newsletter! If anyone is interested in regularly writing for
Horse Mania there are is one position open which are listed in the
“wanted” column this issue. Of course you are also welcome to use your own
idea to start a column. That’s about it for now. As usual any criticism,
comments or suggestions are welcome.
See you next issue,
Susan
(thehorse@hotpop.com)
http://horsemania.cjb.net
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In this Issue:
-Wanted
-Tell Us About Yours
-Raising an Orphan or Rejected Foal (part 2)
-Thoroughbred Racing
-Famous Horses Throughout History
-The Name Game
-Breeds In Focus
-Horse Story: “Pony” (part 1)
-Horse Jargon
-Award Winners
-Horse Polls
-Pen Pals
-Newsletter Information
*WANTED
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*Positions Open*
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*Remember that you can always submit anything horse-related you want,
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*TELL US ABOUT YOURS
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This a section where you can tell us about your own horse, or the horse
you ride.Send it in to thehorse@hotpop.com and I’ll put it in. It can any
length you like.
“Registered Name: Wind Dancer
Name:Dancer
Gender: Gelding
Age:17
Height:14hh
Horse:
I have two horses, but Dancer is one of the ponies
I ride at my lessons. He is old, but he doesn’t act
like it! Once Dancer is warmed up, he shows it!
He also likes to chase other horses in arenas, and
spook at things on trails, and refuse to go forward,
and hates passing in an arena, but he also has good
points! Dancer Is the most beautiful pony I have ever
seen. He has a beautiful bay coat-shiny, and glossy!
He has nice gaits- small walk, smooth trot, and
fun, springy canter! I haven't jump him yet, but
probably will soon! I have had a hard time getting
used to riding ponies, but I am adapting to it!
As I said before, his canter is fun, but if you lean
forward, his head will shoot down, and he will rush
towards the middle of the ring!- My instructor says he
really teaches you to sit back, straight, and tall!
Everyone who has ridden him has been dumped by him!
I know I will learn to love this pony!!”
-Ashley Honey-, 13 years old, VA
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*RAISING AN ORPHAN OR REJECTED FOAL (part 2) by Loretta Zink
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This is a true story which appears on the Lobo Appaloosa
Horses website. Loretta has kindly given me permission to reprint it in
Horse Mania. You can visit her excellent site, Lobo Appaloosa Horses at
http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/Geyser/7933/ (Winner of a GOLD Horse
Mania Excellent Webpage Award) Photos to accompany the story can also be
found on her website. I’ve divided it into three parts, and this is the
second part. If you joined Horse Mania recently and missed part 1, you can
read it in Horse Mania Issue #17, located in the archives at
https://www.angelfire.com/id/horsemania/archives.html This story will be
concluded next issue.
"Last Story's Story"
Week 10 (cont'd) - As you can see, Story still likes to give kisses. And
she loves to
be hugged. We decided to measure her last night. She stands 11 hands tall
and
weighs 231 lbs. if you can believe the weights on a weight tape. Maybe
that's not
huge, but she was not a large foal at birth, so considering everything
that has
happened to this little girl, I think she's grown remarkably well.
She is amazing to work with. This week, the fellow that we buy our hay from
brought a load. He hauls it in his stock trailer. Story was out running
around, like
she often is when we're down at the barn. We had just a few bales left
that we were
not putting in the hayloft. So as I walked into the stock trailer to get
one, Story
hopped in with me and had her first experience of walking on a raised
floor. She
noticed the sound it made right away and was sniffing the floor.
Apparently she
thought it was okay because she started nibbling at the hay leaves that
had fallen on
the floor. She has this accepting attitude about nearly everything new. I
don't know
if it is because she trusts us to not get her into a hurtful situation, or
if she's just
this bold. Whatever the situation, she never ceases to amaze me. As bad as
I hated
the idea of having to take on raising an orphan, I think doing so has
enriched my
life. She is a very special little girl and I feel blessed to have had the
good fortune
to have her here.
Week 11 - Early this week Story has struggled to fight off the germ. She's
had a
runny nose and a bad cough, and a couple of times, my resolve weakened and
I
considered giving her antibiotics, but by mid week, I could tell she was
starting to
knock the bug and was really glad we'd given her the chance to fight it on
her own.
Naturally, we'd monitored her temperature and watched her closely. She
really
hadn't acted like she felt bad, but I'm sure that was because of the Bute.
By the end
of the week, she was feisty and feeling good... without Bute. It took her
longer to
fight it off than most foals, I'm sure, but at least now, we see evidence
that she is
starting to be able to do some of it on her own. We take that as a good
sign.
Week 12 - Well, the germ hit again, but I suspect our weather has
contributed to
it. We have had extreme heat, and then got a few cool nights with some
blowing
rain. Of course, she was inside, but the dampness in the air made it seem
cooler
than the thermometer said. This time, she doesn't seem to have it nearly
as bad as
the last time, but is running some fever so we're on small doses of Bute
again. But
I can tell she's fighting it off much easier this time. She has maintained
her good
appetite and is gradually eating more grain and hay. She sure doesn't look
like a
foal that has had such a hard life. She got her first worming this week.
And before
you think that we would normally let the foals go this long, I'll explain.
Because
she has had so many problems and because she was not being exposed to
anyone
other than Peri (who is wormed regularly), we decided to hold off until
we felt she
was strong enough and not risk creating another problem for her. She's got
a
wonderful hair coat and has never shown any indication of a worm
infestation so
we felt, in her case, we'd rather see her get a little older and stronger,
just in case
she had a reaction to the wormer. But she handled it fine and showed no
adverse
reaction.
Week 13 - We are approaching Story's 3 month birthday which we feel is a
milestone. We can tell from her reaction to colds that she is building an
immune
system. That's not to say that she isn't more prone to catching a bug than
the
average foal; she is, but that seems to be getting less and less obvious.
And we're
seeing that she is being able to fight these bugs off on her own. She is
steadily
increasing the amount of grain she is eating and we feel she is not far
from the point
where she can be weaned. We will probably wean her within the next couple
of weeks
if she continues on like she's doing now. When I think of all the battles
we've had to
fight to get this little girl to this point, it almost amazes me that
she's made it. I
have never seen such a strong will to live and her ability to cope and
bounce back
through all she's had to deal with is incredible. That she looks beautiful
and healthy
amazes me even more. We couldn't have done it without the help of our
neighbors,
Dennis and Brenda, whose countless trips back and forth to feed her and
take her
temperature can never be repaid. For that, I can only say Thank You! And
thanks to
all those who remembered Story in their prayers. We couldn't have done it
without
you either. According to Mike, she should have died, and it's a miracle
that she
didn't. Well, we believe in miracles. Story is living proof that miracles
do happen.
Week 14 - We have about 15 lbs. of Unimilk left and have decided we won't
buy
anymore. Story is doing so well that we agreed she is ready to wean. I
want to make
this as easy on her as I can, so we will start off by reducing the amount
per feeding
and every few days, reduce it more. Today, we cut her down to 1 gallon per
feeding.
She really didn't seem to notice the smaller amount. We took her for a
ride today. She
was not too happy about it at first, but in typical Story fashion, she
accepted it
quickly. As the week progressed, we reduced her milk down to 1/2 gallon
per feeding.
She did notice that drop and complained, but quickly decided that the
grain and hay
would fill up that empty spot and just ate more of them. One thing about
this little
lady, she's a glutton and has no intention of missing a meal.
*THOROUGHBRED RACING by Anna Rempfer
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THOROUGHBRED RACING*THOROUGHBRED RACING*THOROUGHBRED RACING*TB RACING*
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Welcome to the world of racing, the spring season will be starting soon,
and
it's down Derby Road we go! The REWIND column this week may seem
controversial in some aspects, but it's placed there for the sheer idea to
spring mind warping thoughts.
If you wish to give any input, you can contact me at annrempf@hotmail.com
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IN THE NEWS THIS WEEK:
- High Yield Wins Fountain Of Youth
- Godolphin 3-Year-Olds Progress In Dubai
- Field Continues To Dominate Future Wagers
- Exchange Rate Takes Risen Star
- Fusaichi Pegasus Wins Impressively
- NYRA Initiates Wood-Derby Bonus
- More Triple Crown News And Notes
- Dark Moondancer Wins San Luis Obispo
- Success In General George
- Cash Run Romps By Seven At Gulfstream
- Shawnee Country Upsets Chilukki
- Tap To Music Scores In Barbara Fritchie
- Nureyev May Begin Breeding Soon
- Storm Cat Resumes Breeding Activities
- REWIND: Interesting Points and Facts . . .
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HIGH YIELD WINS FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH
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High Yield broke in stride, set the pace on the rail under
Pat Day, turned back a determined challenge from Hal's Hope
turning for home, then kicked clear under a strong hand ride
to win Saturday's grade I, $200,000 Fountain of Youth Stakes
by 3 1/4 lengths at Gulfstream Park. The chestnut 3-year-old
son of Storm Cat, trained by D. Wayne Lukas, set testing
fractions of :23 1/5, :46, 1:09 4/5 and 1:35 4/5 before
completing the 1 1/16 mile distance on a fast track in 1:42
2/5.
Holy Bull Stakes (gr. III) winner Hal's Hope, ridden by Roger
Velez, stalked the winner throughout, offered a serious bid
around the second turn, then held on well in the drive for
second. Elite Mercedes, making his first start for trainer
Elliott Walden since winning the Rhythm Stakes over the
surface on Breeders' Cup weekend, ran an even third under
Jerry Bailey, finishing 2 1/2 lengths behind the runner-up.
Greenwood Lake, the 7-2 second choice under Corey Nakatani,
was far back early, then closed willingly for fourth.
American Bullet ended fifth, followed by Un Fino Vino, Deputy
Warlock, Polish Miner, Rupert Herd, Ben The Man, and Personal
First.
High Yield, who was coming off a solid second-place finish
behind The Deputy in the Santa Catalina Stakes (gr. II) at
Santa Anita Park on January 30, earned $120,000 for the
victory. The Fountain of Youth, the first grade I of the year
for 3-year-olds, was the third victory in 10 starts for the
colt, which now has a career record of 10-3-3-3 and earnings
of $562,696. High Yield, who won last year's Hopeful Stakes
(gr. I), races for Bob and Beverly Lewis, Susan Magnier, and
Michael Tabor. He was purchase by Demi O'Byrne for $1,050,000
at the 1998 Keeneland July yearling sale.
Bred in Pennsylvania by Brushwood Stable, High Yield is out
of the Forty Niner mare Scoop the Gold. As the 2-1 favorite,
High Yield returned $6.80, $4.00 and $3.00. The exacta paid
$75.20.
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GODOLPHIN 3-YEAR-OLDS PROGRESS IN DUBAI
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Godolphin fired off a few opening rounds from their arsenal
of 3-year-olds Sunday, finishing first, second, and third in
the 11-horse Kohr Dubai (Prestige) at a mile on the dirt at
Nad al Sheba. The wire-to-wire winner was Bachir, Godolphin's
main hope of the four horses entered in the race by the
stable. The son of Desert Style, who won the group II
Richmond Stakes at Goodwood last July before finishing third
in the group I Prix Morny and Prix de la Salamandre, defeated
stablemate Interrogate by 3/4 lengths, covering the mile in
1:34 4/5.
Interrogate, a promising son of Danzig, had run only once in
his career, finishing second over a mile at Longchamp.
Assistant trainer Tom Albertrani told The Blood-Horse's Steve
Haskin that the colt has a lot of ability, but still is
inexperienced and is expected to show big improvement in his
next start. Finishing third was another Godolphin colt
Zoning, a son of Warning who had won two of his four starts
in England. Godolphin racing manager Simon Crisford said no
firm plans will be made until after the March 25 United
Emirates Derby.
Albertrani also told The Blood-Horse that Chief Seattle, who
was purchased by Godolphin for an undisclosed amount over the
winter, made his first trip to the track Sunday. Although
they realize it's going to take a near-perfect schedule
without interruption, the Godolphin team still has Kentucky
Derby in mind for the son of Seattle Slew.
"The Derby is always in the back of your mind," Crisford
said. "But everything has to go according to plan."
Albertrani added that the colt will only go if he's 100%.
They're hoping to get a trial race in him as they did with
Worldly Manner last year.
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FIELD CONTINUES TO DOMINATE FUTURE WAGERS
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Wagering on Churchill Downs Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool
1 closed Sunday with the mutuel field installed as a solid
favorite at 7-2 odds among the 24 separate betting interests.
The mutuel field betting interest in the Future Pool includes
all 3-year-olds other than the 23 individual horses listed on
the roster of Pool 1 contenders.
Nick Zito-trained Greenwood Lake, who closed well to be
fourth in the Fountain of Youth, was the lowest-priced
individual horse at 9-1 odds at the conclusion of Pool 1.
Unbeaten War Chant, who has yet to compete in stakes company
for trainer Neil Drysdale, closed as the third choice at
12-1. Next in line are the D. Wayne Lukas-trained Fountain of
Youth (GI) winner High Yield and 1999 juvenile champion Anees
at 13-1; the Drysdale-trained Fusaichi Pegasus at 14-1;
unbeaten Red Bullet at 17-1; The Deputy at 18-1; and
Surfside, the lone filly in Pool 1, closed at 20-1.
There will be two more Kentucky Derby Future Wager pools
before the running of Derby 2000. Pool 2 is scheduled for
March 9-11 and Pool 3 is set for April 13-16.
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EXCHANGE RATE TAKES RISEN STAR
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Despite veering out near the line, favorite Exchange Rate
survived an objection by Shane Sellers aboard runner-up
Mighty to win Sunday's $125,000 Risen Star Stakes by 1 1/4
lengths at Fair Grounds. The 3-year-old Danzig colt, ridden
by Corey Nakatani, took the lead near the quarter-mile
grounds, then crossed under the wire 1 1/4 lengths in front
of Mighty, who was attempting to split horses late. The win
gave trainer D. Wayne Lukas his fourth graded stakes victory
of the weekend. Just minutes earlier, the Lukas-trained Cash
Run won the grade II Davona Dale Stakes at Gulfstream Park.
Mighty, a close second in the wagering, closed determinedly
but had to settle for second, a nose in front of
Ifitstobeitsuptome, who posed a threat on the outside in the
drive before finishing third. Pacesetter Peninsula held on
for fourth, followed by Doctor Mike, Proper Man, Red Mountain
and Noble Ruler. Snuck In was scratched.
Exchange Rate completed the 1 1/16 mile distance on a fast
track in 1:44 1/5. The opening fractions were :24, :47, 1:11
4/5 and 1:37 3/5. Owned by Padua Stable and Anne Sanan,
Exchange Rate won his first stakes race and $75,000. He
improved his career record to three wins and two seconds in
five starts with earnings of $181,100. Exchange Rate was
coming off a one-length score down the hillside turf course
at Santa Anita after finishing second in both the grade III
Best Pal and Hollywood Juvenile Championship Stakes.
Out of the Seeking the Gold mare Sterling Pound, Exchange
Rate was bred in Kentucky by Philip Freedman. He was
purchased by Padua Stables for $1.4 million at the 1998
Keeneland July Yearling Sale. As the 8-5 favorite, Exchange
Rate paid $5.20, $3.00 and $2.60. The exacta returned $12.40.
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FUSAICHI PEGASUS WINS IMPRESSIVELY
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Fusaichi Pegasus, with Kent Desormeaux up, toyed with six
other rivals winning a $54,000 allowance race by 3 1/2
lengths at Santa Anita Park on Saturday. The handsome
3-year-old Mr. Prospector colt, trained by Neil Drysdale,
drew off with authority through the stretch, running the 1
1/16 mile distance on a fast track in 1:42 3/5. Tribunal
offered a bid from the outside turning for home, but was no
match for the winner and finished second, three lengths in
front of Toqueville, who ran third.
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NYRA INITIATES WOOD-DERBY BONUS
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The New York Racing Association has instituted a $250,000
bonus for the owner and trainer of any horse that wins the
Wood Memorial at Aqueduct April 15 and the Kentucky Derby at
Churchill Downs May 6. Under the bonus scheme, $150,000 would
go to the owner and $100,000 to the trainer for the two-race
sweep.
Ten horses have won the Wood and Derby in the same year,
including Triple Crown winners Gallant Fox (1930), Count
Fleet (1943), Assault (1946), and Seattle Slew (1977). The
last Wood-Derby winner was Pleasant Colony in 1981.
only horse races, but money, fame and sometimes-even freedom.
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MORE TRIPLE CROWN NEWS AND NOTES
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Trainer D. Wayne Lukas said he plans to run High Yield in the
Florida Derby, Bluegrass Stakes and Kentucky Derby "if
everything goes all right." He added, "I map out plans for
all our horses and we'll keep High Yield in the East now.
He'll be an East Coast horse. We know where we want to go. We
just have to pull it off."
Trainer Joe Orseno said Ben The Man will be sent to Adena
Springs Farm South near Ocala, Florida, and then later on to
New York to resume his racing career. "He was Ben the Boy on
Saturday," Orseno said. "He was like a boy running against
men. He wasn't ready to run against those kind of horses."
Deputy Warlock's trainer Kenny McPeek wasn't happy with the
speed favoring racetrack on Saturday at Gulfstream Park.
"There wasn't any way that a horse was going to close on that
kind of track," McPeek said. "He needs a track that he can
come from behind on so I'll run him next in the Spiral Stakes
at Turfway Park."
Dogwood Stable's Wayward Ways, the stakes-placed 3-year-old
injured during the running of a $75,000 allowance race at
Gulfstream Park on Saturday, was operated on Sunday by Dr.
Steven Selway to repair a compound condylar fracture of the
left foreleg. Dogwood president Cot Campbell said the
connections are "guardedly optimistic" about the future for
the son of Wild Again.
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DARK MOONDANCER WINS SAN LUIS OBISPO
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Showing an affinity for a Santa Anita turf course by rain,
Charles Cella's Dark Moondancer posted a 2 1/2-length
softened victory in the San Luis Obispo Handicap (gr. IIT)
that highlighted the President's Day holiday card. The
5-year-old son of Anshan trained by Hall of Famer Ron
McAnally stalked the pace set by Astra Ridge before assuming
the lead and drawing off to best The Fly, with Casino King
finishing third. The final time for the 1 1/2 miles over soft
grass was 2:39.61 and Dark Moondancer paid $3.00 as the 1-2
favorite. The victory was the first in a stake in the U.S.
for Dark Moondancer, a British-bred who finished second in
the San Marcos Handicap victory of Public Purse, who was
declared out of the San Luis Obispo last week. Winner of
Italy's Gran Premio di Milano (Ity-I) last year, Dark
Moondancer finished ninth in the Breeders' Cup Turf in
November.
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SUCCESS IN GENERAL GEORGE
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Affirmed Success took the first step on a 2000 campaign that
could take the 6-year-old in a new direction. Affirmed
Success, who competed unsuccessfully in the six-furlong
Breeders' Cup Sprint (gr. I) in 1998 and 1999, won Monday's
seven-furlong General George Handicap (gr. II) at Laurel.
Prior to the race trainer Richard Schosberg said he and
owner/breeder Alfred Fried Jr. have decided Affirmed Success
is more suited for races over seven furlongs and further, and
with that in mind, could eventually be pointed at the
Breeders' Cup Mile (gr. IT).
However, for now Affirmed Success was the 1-5 favorite in the
General George, but facing strong rivals in Badge, Perfect
Score, Black Cash, and Young At Heart, among others. After a
clean break, Nawmon took an early lead, then relinquished it
to Cat Be Nimble who led through the first quarter in :23.01.
As the field approached the first turn Affirmed Success, with
Jorge Chavez up, made a strong move to the lead and never
looked back. After a half in :46, Affirmed Success led the
group through the remainder of the race and opened daylight
between himself and the field in the final two furlongs. Six
furlongs passed in 1:10.06, and through the final eighth of a
mile Young At Heart made a move toward the outside to try and
catch Affirmed Success, but the leader held on to win by a
half-length. Young At Heart just topped third-place Badge,
who missed second by a nose. The winner paid $3 and covered
the distance in 1:22.02.
Affirmed Success has won nine of his 20 starts and the
General George puts him over the $1 million mark in earnings.
Schosberg said his charge could go next in the May 2 Carter
Handicap (gr. I), also at seven furlongs.
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CASH RUN ROMPS BY SEVEN AT GULFSTREAM
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Padua Stables' Cash Run took the lead on the backstretch,
dueled with another around the far turn, then drew off to win
Sunday's grade II, $100,000 Davona Dale Stakes by seven
lengths under Jerry Bailey at Gulfstream Park. The 3-year-old
daughter of Seeking the Gold, trained by D. Wayne Lukas,
covered the one mile and 70 yard distance on a fast track in
1:40.
Regally Appealing closed for second, a nose in front of 8-5
favorite Secret Status, who came from last in the nine-horse
field for third. Then came Miss Inquistive, Marigalante,
Silvery Bay, Hidden Assets, Coolbythepool and Gold For My
Gal. Miss Inquistive set the opening quarter-mile fraction of
:23 1/5 before Cash Run reeled off splits of :46 3/5, 1:10
4/5 and 1:36.
Cash Run, who won last year's Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies
(gr. I), was coming off a lackluster fourth-place finish as
the odds-on favorite in the seven-furlong Santa Ynez Stakes
(gr. II) at Santa Anita on January 23. She earned $60,000 for
the victory and improved her lifetime record to 4-1-1 in
eight starts with earnings of $719,712.
Bred in Kentucky by Robert S. Evans, Cash Run is out of
Shared Interest, by Pleasant Colony, and was purchased by
Padua Stables for $1.2 million at the 1998 Keeneland July
Yearling Sale. As the 2-1 second choice, Cash Run paid $6.20,
$4.00 and $2.40. The exacta was worth $33.80.
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SHAWNEE COUNTRY UPSETS CHILUKKI
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Shawnee Country closed determinedly on the outside through
the stretch, then collared last year's champion 2-year-old
filly Chilukki near the line to win Saturday's grade III,
$125,000 Davona Dale Stakes by one-half length at Fair
Grounds. Owned by Overbrook Farm and trained by D. Wayne
Lukas, the 3-year-old Chief's Crown filly completed the 1
1/16 mile distance on a fast track in 1:45 and returned
$59.40, $11.20 and $4.00.
Chilukki, the 2-5 favorite under David Flores, stalked
pacesetter November Slew (also trained by Lukas) down the
backstretch, took command entering the far turn, came wide
turning for home, then held on gamely for second. The Bob
Baffert trainee was making her first start since finishing
second in last year's Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies (gr. I).
Humble Clerk, who was recently sold to Gary Tanaka, finished
third on the inside, one length behind the runner-up. Then
came Foxcaller, Jostle, Fiesty Countess, November Slew,
Cecilia's Crown and Broadway Express.
Shawnee Country, ridden by Donnie Meche, earned $75,000 for
the victory and advanced her lifetime record to four wins and
one third in 10 starts with earnings of $220,660. As a
juvenile, Shawnee Country won the grade III Tempted Stakes at
Aqueduct. She was purchased by Overbrook Farm for $200,000 at
the 1998 Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Sale.
Produced from the Icecapade mare Mi Lucia, Shawnee Country
was bred in Kentucky by Lucy W. Yu. The exacta paid $114.20.
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TAP TO MUSIC SCORES IN BARBARA FRITCHIE
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Stronach Stable's Tap To Music took the overland route
rallying from eleventh in a field of 13 to win the grade II,
$200,000 Barbara Fritchie Handicap at Laurel Park on
Saturday.
Jockey Joe Bravo guided the 5-year-old daughter of Pleasant
Tap to a one-half length victory over runner-up Her She
Kisses. The pair engaged in a quarter-mile battle to the
finish line. Di's Time finished third.
Trained by Joe Orseno, Tap To Music completed the seven
furlong distance in 1:24 3/5. The opening fractions were :22
2/5, :46 and 1:11 4/5. Tap To Music earned $120,000 for the
victory and advanced her lifetime earnings to $785,981. The
5-year-old bay mare, out of Nuryette, by Nureyev, was bred in
Kentucky by Warner L. Jones.
As the third choice, Tap To Music returned $11.20, $5.40 and
$5.20. The exacta was worth $61.80.
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NUREYEV MAY BEGIN BREEDING SOON
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One week after being reported in "guarded" condition with
circulatory problem in his hind quarters, top sire Nureyev is
making progress and could begin the 2000 breeding season this
week. "He seems to be doing better and is as probably as good
as he's going to get," said John T. L. Jones Jr., owner of
Walmac International, the Lexington, Ky. farm where Nureyev
stands at stud. "He's been free of discomfort for about a
week, so tentative plans are to begin breeding him this
week."
The 1980 French champion 3-year-old, Nureyev is among the
world's leading sires with 111 stakes winners to his credit.
Among the stakes winners sired by the 23-year-old son of
Northern Dancer have been 19 international champions,
including Miesque, Theatrical, Zilzal, Sonic Lady, Soviet
Star, Stately Don, and Spinning World.
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STORM CAT RESUMES BREEDING ACTIVITIES
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Leading sire Storm Cat returned to active stud duty at W. T.
Young's Overbrook Farm near Lexington, Ky. on Monday
afternoon, as Song of Syria, the dam of Chilukki, was bred to
the 17-year-old horse. Storm Cat was scheduled to breed two
mares Tuesday, exactly one week after he was taken to
Hagyard-Davidson-McGee for what was termed "moderate bowel
inflammation."
Storm Cat had serviced six mares during the 2000 breeding
season before he was taken to the vet facility for evaluation
of a moderate fever and slight abdominal discomfort.
According to Dr. Doug Byars, an ultrasound examination did
not reveal any chest or abdominal abnormalities. He said
Storm Cat had a lowered white cell count in his blood, and
the stallion was treated with antibiotics, fluid therapy, and
anti-inflammatory medications. Byars said Storm Cat's
fertility is not expected to be compromised since the
original fever was not significantly elevated or prolonged.
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REWIND: Interesting Points and Facts . . .
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Secretariat as we all know so well was a great influence to the racing
world. Many expected him to pass that on in hopes of another "super horse"
and have a son or daughter carry on his legacy. Not all of his
expectations
have been lived up to. In fact, there are only a few of his notable
offspring that have inherited the essence that Secretariat possessed. Two
of
which we all know well, Risen Star and Lady's Secret.
Risen Star strutted his stuff in the Preakness and Belmont, sweeping the
field as his father once did. The faithful "Big Red" fans had a hope, to
see
their beloved racehorse run across the field with such grace, and they
were
inspired.
Lady's Secret on the other hand, was retired with earnings equalling more
than $3 million. She was retired as the leading money earner female. As a
gray cloud dashing down the backstretch, a glimpse of Secretariat could be
seen blazing brightly in the filly's eyes. She had a hunger for victory,
every time it was satisfied, again, everyone was inspired.
There are a few believers that claim the fillies inherited their father's
genes for running. Other's say it's just a coincidence, a fluke. Who's to
say what fact is right, did they all get the same opportunity, a fair
shake
at the love for the track? Or was it a way in saying that recreating such
a
magnificent horse was nearly impossible. Controversies are rarely resolved
in the horse racing world.
In the opinions of others, Secretariat cannot be reincarnated and have an
equal, totaling up his feats, many horses are bred and trained to
accomplish the same feats. Along with Man 'o War, Secretariat is what
seems
to be the standard in which all thoroughbreds are measured up against. In
some instances, it's quite an honor to be compared with these two "Big
Reds".
The next time you hear someone say, "There's the next Secretariat," you
can
think, "is that possible?" we are all entitled to our opinions, it's
guaranteed in the constitution, but is it really fair to say that about a
the equine athlete? That's a lot of hope resting on the horse's shoulders,
even though they have no idea what expectations are being placed on them.
Are we prepared to see that hope vanish if the athlete fails to live up to
our expectations? Or are we prepared to see such an athlete ever again? We
have a vision of a chestnut colt etched into our memories, instilled
forever. Can we even fathom the appearance of an athlete that equaled the
strength of an athlete, such as Man 'o War and Secretariat?
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*FAMOUS HORSES THROUGHOUT HISTORY by Abigail
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As usual, if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please
Email me at: cwfay@usest.net
Today's Famous horse is: Bucephalus
Bucephalus was the spirited stallion of Alexander The Great. Alexander's
father, Philip of Macedon, bought Bucephalus in 343 for the modern
equivalent of $15,000. That was very expansive in those days! Bucephalus
was solid black, with a white star on his forehead. One Greek historian
noted that he also had one "glass," or blue, eye. The name Bulcephalus
means "bull-headed," and was meant to refer to the deep dish or his
Arab-type head. But he was bull-headed in another way, too. When he was
bought, it was discovered that no rider in Macedonia could mount him. The
colt kept shying away and rearing at something no one else seemed to see.
In exasperation, Philip said that anyone who could ride Bucephalus could
keep the horse for himself. Young Alexander, at the age of twelve, saw at
once what was wrong. Bucephlus had been scared of his own shadow, which
the other men had failed to notice. So, when Alexander was given the
opportunity to try his luck with the colt, he knew what to do. He turned
Bucephalus into the sun, so there was no shadow, and with calm words leapt
onto his back. After that, Bucephalus was as gentle as a lamb. He let the
grooms ride him bareback, but would tolerate none but Alexander when he
wore his saddle and armor. The two had a glorious career of conquering
lands until Alexander grew too adventurous. He lost the first battle of
his life at the Hydaspes River, to the Indian king Porus. The young king,
only about 35, survived the loss. Bucephalus did not. The courageous
stallion died from his battle wounds at the age of thirty. Alexander had
him buried with all military honors, and wept at his grave. Then, at the
site where he was buried, Alexander built the wonderful city of
Bucephalia, which stood for many, many years in honor of the brave
conquering hero.
*THE NAME GAME by Megan
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Well, this is a new column for the newsletter, and, I'm a new writer for
the newsletter, so I guess that before I really get into things, I should
probably say something about myself, and I should definitely explain this
column.
My name's Megan, and I'm 15 years old. I've been riding since I was 11,
and have had my horse, Domingo, since I was 12. We have ridden western,
adn know how to, but now we're getting into serious training for the
hunter-jumper ring. He's a 14.3hh Arabian cross, and his show name is Mr.
Exotic Fruits.
Now, as for the column, it's called "The Name Game," and honestly, it's
not very complicated. Here in the newsletter, you guys get shown a picture
of a horse and I give you the statistics for the horse. It's age, breed,
etc.. everything except for the name of the horse. Then you all get the
fun job of coming up with the best name you can POSSIBLY think of, for
this horse. You then email me your amazing ideas, and I'll pick out THE
best name for this horse in the ENTIRE world from this collection of names
you've sent me (because I KNOW that name will be in there) and it'll get
published in the next newsletter. So, now onto the actual column,
Breed: Section B, Welsh Pony
Sex: Filly
Age: almost 2 yrs.
Colour/ Markings: Buckskin
Photo: https://www.angelfire.com/id/horsemania/ng1.jpg
My email address is srice@king.igs.net, and I'm looking forward to hearing
from you!!! (also, any comments, or suggestions for my column can be
emailed to me! I'd appreciate it!)
*BREEDS IN FOCUS by Jacqui
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The Gelderlander
Origin: The City of Gelder (Country Unknown)
History: It was onlay 100 years ago when the Gelderlander was
founded. The people of Gelder were aiming to produce a horse that was
rideable, able to pull a carriage, and capable of light draft work. They
used a little blood of the Oldenburg, Anglo-Norman, and the Hackney to add
a
spark.
Build and Confirmation: The Gelderlander isn't particularly fast, but it
has
good shoulders and a long, but strong back. The legs are short and strong
and the hooves are fairly well built.
Height: 15.2 to 16.2
Color: You would mostly see a chestnut Gelderlander with white markings
rather than a gray, although they are seen. Once, long ago, there were
some
spotted Gelderlanders.
Use: This breed is mostly used as carriage horses and are excellent in
this
discipline. They are also found to be good jumpers when trained under
saddle.
*HORSE STORY: “PONY” (part 1) by Jewel Orion
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Here is our new horse story. This is the first part, and it will run for
five parts in future issues of Horse Mania!
PONY by Jewel Orion
Pony was hungry.
Not much new in that. He was always hungry. The yard where he was kept had
little grass and the cruel man who owned him didn't feed him, or the other
horses, as often as they needed. Sometimes, two or three days would go by
before the man showed up and threw a couple of bales of hay over the
fence. Then there was a frantic scuffle to reach the hay before the others
wolfed it down. Often he was bitten and kicked as he tried to grab a
mouthful. The other horses were not nice either, but he hardly blamed
them, when they were probably as hungry as he was. Life was hard for poor
Pony.
The man wasn't kind or gentle when he tacked them up either. If they tried
to resist the bit, he would clash it against their front teeth until they
opened their mouths to escape the pain. Then he would bang the saddles
down on their backs as if they were the saddle racks, instead of living
breathing animals. Pony always opened his mouth very quickly, so he didn't
have to more uncomfortable than necessary, but the saddle didn't fit him
right, and he was beginning to get a rash where it leaned on his withers.
The man never noticed, as he only gave them a quick brush before saddling,
and Pony was too sweet to act up so that the man DID notice. He just
carried the heavy trail riders patiently, with them yanking at his mouth
and sitting heavily on his sore back, mile upon mile all day, then spent
the nights feeling cold and miserable. It wasn't much of a life for a pony.
There was one of the riders Pony remembered with pleasure. It was a young
boy of about 12 years old, who came every day of the last school holidays.
The man wanted to put the boy, Peter, on another horse, but Peter had seen
all the horses, and said he wanted Pony instead. The man shrugged and then
told Peter that it was fine with him. Peter asked the man for the pony's
name, but the man just shrugged again and said he didn't have one.
Obviously, the man didn't even care enough to name them. After all, they
were just there to make money, and when they couldn't do that anymore,
they went to the dogmeat man.
Peter decided that, as he would be riding Pony, he would give him a name
for the time that he spent with him. And so, to Peter at least, pony
became Truffles, as his coat was a rich bay color. Peter and Truffles
became good friends over the holidays, as Peter was always kind and
gentle, and Truffles would begin to look about the yard around the time
Peter was due to turn up. Peter always brought an apple or a carrot for
Truffles, and he whiffled these gently from the boy's hand, being sure not
to accidentally bite his fingers.
To begin with, Peter was very unsure and unlearned at riding a horse, and
Truffles would always step carefully and gently so as not to dislodge the
boy. As Peter became a better rider, which he seemed to be a natural at,
Truffles would step out more boldly, and always look forward to the canter
that came at a point on the trail. Peter would lean forward and Truffles
would burst forward, both of them loving in the wind in their faces. But
Peter was only here for the holidays, and the day came when he said
goodbye to Truffles. Truffles was very sad, because he would miss Peter,
and also because he was just plain Pony again.
To be continued…
*HORSE JARGON by Bethany
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Horse "Occupations"
Carriage Horse--relatively light, elegant horse for private or hackney
carriage use.
Cart Horse--Heavy, coldblood draft horse.
Calvary Remount--Horse used for service in an army unit.
Charger--mount of military officers.
Coach Horse--Powerful, strongly built horse capable of drawing a heavy
coach.
Hack--recognized type of light riding horse.
Harness Horse--horse used in harness, having "harness"-type conformation
and, consequently, an elevated "harness action."
Pacer--horse employing a lateral action at trot rather than the
conventional diagonal movement, i.e. near fore and near hind together,
followed by the offside pair.
Racehorse--horse bred specifically for racing. This term usually refers
to a Thoroughbred, but other breeds of horses are also raced.
Riding Horse--horse suitable for riding, having the conformation
associated with comfortable riding action.
Saddle Horse--Riding horse.
Weight Carrier--horse capable of carrying 210 lb.
*AWARD WINNERS- February 2000
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Congratulations to all the following websites which won a “Horse Mania
Excellent Horse Webpage” Award in February 2000!
*Excellent Sim Horse Game Award*
Tranquil Tides Stables: http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Falls/3393
Spruce Woods Stable: http://www.geocities.com/SpruceWoodsStables
Gallop CyberHorse Game: http://personal.nbnet.nb.ca/kristahu/gallop
WindHooves: http://www.homestead.com/WindHooves/WindHoovesHomepage.html
GRASS: http://www.geocities.com/Petsburgh/Haven/6574/
*BRONZE Award*
What About Hank's Homepage: http://sites.netscape.net/whatabouthank
Jess's Horsie Homepage: http://angelfire.com/ky/horsie
Katie's Horse Barn:
http://www.geocities.com/katieshorsebarn/thehorsebarn2000.html
*SILVER Award*
none
*GOLD Award*
none
We already have some March winners, and they will be listed here in the
issue after next. If you would like to nominate your horse related site,
fill out the form located at
https://www.angelfire.com/id/horsemania/winaward.html For the full list of
winners, visit
https://www.angelfire.com/id/horsemania/winners.html
*HORSE POLLS
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I have some Horse Polls on the website for you to vote for your opinion!
Every month there will be a new poll, which is featured on the main page,
at http://horsemania.cjb.net
Past polls are displayed at
https://www.angelfire.com/id/horsemania/polls.html
Current Questions:
*new poll* What is your favorite horse movie?
Which of these is your favorite Horse Breed?
What style of horseriding do you prefer?
Current Results:
*new poll* What is your favorite horse movie?
Total Number of Votes: 127
The Horse Whisperer- 22 (17%)
Black Beauty- 13 (10%)
The Black Stallion- 17 (13%)
The Silver Brumby- 9 (7%)
I love any movie with a horse in it!- 66 (52%)
Which of these is your favorite Horse Breed?
Total Number of Votes: 169
Thoroughbred- 28 (17%)
Arabian- 36 (21%)
Quarter Horse- 39 (23%)
Other Horse Breed-60 (36%)
Other Pony Breed- 6 (4%)
What style of horseriding do you prefer?
Total Number of Votes: 134
English- 61 (46%)
Western- 22 (16%)
Bareback- 18 (13%)
Both English & Western- 32 (24%)
I don't ride- 1 (1%)
*PEN PALS
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Here is the Pen Pal section for adults and children. The penpal section is
online at the Horse Mania Website, with the newest ads being posted in an
issue of Horse Mania as well. If you would like to place an ad, please
visit https://www.angelfire.com/id/horsemania/penpals.html For the complete
list of pen pal ads, go to
https://www.angelfire.com/id/horsemania/penlist.html
Most recent ads:
Name = Tana Texas Star
Email = Horsebrat_C@hotmail.com
Age = 14
Gender = female
Location = Washington
Hobbies = riding, art, reading, talk
Likes = fun
Dislikes = stupid, boring places
Comments = I would like a pen pal or a e-mail pal because I love getting
mail. I love horses, to
read, draw, talk, and ride. I like to have fun and it dosen't matter what
I'm doing as long as I am
having fun. I hate being bored. I don't care how old my pen pal is or what
sex.
Name = Amber King
Email = Trone@worldisp1.net
Age = 13
Gender = Female
Location = Alabama
Hobbies = Horseback riding
Likes = horses, being outdoors,
Comments = I would like to have someone who likes horses.
Name = Beth Anne Ausbrooks
Email = ba_ausbrooks@hotmail.com
Age = 9
Gender = female
Location = Sheridan,Arkansas
Hobbies = horseback riding
Likes = Robin Williams, horses, M2M
Dislikes = Leo DiCaprio, tomatoes
Name = Kasey
Email = palomino_@hotmail.com
Age = 14 (I'll be 15 in Aug.)
Gender = female
Location = Maryland
Hobbies = Horseback riding! Camping, backpacking, hiking, caving, rock
climbing, and tons
more!
Likes = Horses (and all other animals)
Dislikes = I don't really "dislike" much. I do however, strongly dislike
horse slaughterers.
Comments = As you can tell (from reading my hobbies), I love the outdoors.
And if you couldn't guess, I love horses! I would like to find some
friends to chat with over the internet (using e-mail or yahoo messenger).
If you do have a Yahoo messenger IM me sometime. My ID is qhorse_lover. By
the way, I have a homepage. You can check it out at
http://msnhomepages.talkcity.com/PetsPl/iluvmyhorse/index.html If you
e-mail me I'll e-mail you back. I check my e-mail everyday. I know...too
much time on my hands, right :) I used to be the writer for a column in
this newsletter called Horse Health. I can't write it anymore because I'm
too busy. My parents have bought a house...and we are moving. The cool
thing about moving is that after we get settled in the new house, my
parents are buying me a horse. Well, I would like to find a friend that
shares my intrest in horses. If you fit that description, e-mail me :)
Thanks and hope to hear from you!
Name = Matrix (Beth)
from = ace-of-hearts@home.com
Age = 16
Gender = Female
Location = California, USA
Hobbies = Riding my big ponies! and kitten rescue.
Likes = Horses,kittens, and the internet!
Dislikes = Animal Abuse, School, and Winter!
Comments = I have four beautiful horses which fills up most of my time. I
ride Dressage,
Hunter/Jumpers, and Eventing. Unfourunatly all my time can't be spent at
the barn =( so I am
looking for someone preferably about my age who likes horses. Male or
Female, doesn't matter.
Just has to LOVE horses as much as I do! (Which is hard! I have been
riding since I was 5!)
Thanks!
Name = kk
from = kkdean@friend.ly.net
Age = 10 1/2
Gender = female
Location = MD
Hobbies = soccer,lacrosse,riding,
Likes = music,horse's,camping
Dislikes = snob's
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