New York Times
Date: May 6, 2008
This article talks about the tragedy of one particular horse, the 3-year-old filly, Eight Belles. She broke both of her front ankles immediately after coming in second in the Kentucky Derby. The question has arosed whether or not young thoroughbreds should be allowed to race because of the serious injuries they often face. Some people that actually race their young horses believe that it is a good idea because it puts them ahead of the rest of the horses and helps them get early practice. The article quotes, "There are, of course, owners and trainers who love thoroughbreds for themselves and for their ability to perform on the racetrack, which is a reasonable test of sound breeding." But then there are others that doesn't think it's such a good idea more concerned about the horses' well-being. "The first rule of racing must be the welfare of these horses."
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I was really shocked when I originally heard this story on the news. I'm not sure if these occurrences are commonplace in the derby world, but I was definitely taken aback to hear the poor horse was euthanized on the track. I agree with the article on its final stance. Hose racing is purely entertainment and I don't think that should come before the concern of life.
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