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Vets gain ground against disease suffered by Paynter and Barbaro

When laminitis contributed to Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro’s death at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center in 2007, the dreaded disease – an often-fatal complication of catastrophic limb injury – commanded enormous public attention. So did the fundraising efforts to cure this age-old veterinary problem. Six years later, clinicians and researchers say, the veterinary profession is gaining ground in the battle.

Glenye Cain OakfordMar 21, 2013

With Verrazano, Halo line proves more than persistent

Twenty years ago, the long-term prospects for the male line of dual champion sire Halo did not look all that bright.

John P. SparkmanMar 21, 2013

Catching up with Silverbulletday

In July 1997, a bay daughter of Silver Deputy was a $155,000 purchase by Mike Pegram via his Morning Wood Stables at the Fasig-Tipton Kentucky selected yearling sale. Well more than a decade later, that six-figure price tag looks like a bargain as Silverbulletday has been the gift that keeps on giving.

Nicole RussoMar 21, 2013

Registered broodmares in Minnesota up 77 percent in 2013

Minnesota will expect to see a significantly larger foal crop in 2013, following a report released by the Minnesota Thoroughbred Association that the number of registered broodmares in the state has increased by 77 percent for the current foaling year.

DRF Breeding StaffMar 21, 2013

Hamazing Destiny retired, to stand in Arkansas

Hamazing Destiny, runner-up in the 2010 Breeders’ Cup Sprint and a Grade 3 winner for Westrock Stables and Barry Butzow, has been retired and will stand at Westrock near Little Rock, Ark.

DRF Breeding StaffMar 21, 2013

DRF Breeding Hot Sire of the Week 3/17-3/23: Hat Trick

Japanese champion miler Hat Trick entered stud in 2008 at Walmac Farm in Lexington, Ky., with no small amount of interest as he represented the first Group 1-winning son of Japan’s breed-shaping sire Sunday Silence to stand in Central Kentucky.

Patrick ReedMar 21, 2013

McCarron, Dutton to speak at Thoroughbreds For All event April 26

The Retired Racehorse Training Project and New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program will host their annual "Thoroughbreds For All" event to promote the adoption of ex-racehorses on Friday, April 26 from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

DRF Breeding StaffMar 20, 2013

Australian stud farm Eliza Park for sale

Eliza Park, one of Australia’s top breeding operations, has been put on the market to be sold.

DRF Breeding StaffMar 20, 2013

Max’s Pal relocates to New England Stallion Station

Max’s Pal, a Grade 3-placed multiple stakes winner, has been relocated to New England Stallion Station in Fitchburg, Mass., where he will stand for an advertised fee of $1,000.

DRF Breeding StaffMar 19, 2013

Rachel Alexandra displays positive signs at Rood and Riddle

Rachel Alexandra is still displaying positive signs, such as a good appetite, as the 2009 Horse of the Year continues her recovery from abdominal surgery for foaling complications performed last month at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky.

DRF Breeding StaffMar 18, 2013

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