We all have to face something. There is more racing then reputable folks to undertake it.
Back in the day, you could do a number of terrible things and only the insiders would know.
Today, the worst of all worlds. The terrible info is out there for all to see, and the authorities by and large do nothing.
Race horse aftercare is a very difficult issue. Few horses that are raced for any length of time are left in a condition for the average future horse owner to deal with. Most have issues which seriously effect what they can be used for. I imagine if we all were aware of what happens t most of them we would be sick to our stomachs. We here the happy story, "sent off to retirement," and hope and pray they will be taken care of. I am guessing that very very few race horses die of old age.
The public will not stand for it much longer.
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