Re: Endurance & Racing (track)

[Susan Evans Garlinghouse <suendavid@worldnet.att.net>]

I thought that there was a maximum age after which a "maiden" racehorse
couldn't race at the track...?  Is this wrong?

Susan G

Lauren Horn wrote:
> 
> My husband and I have enjoyed the few times we have spent at the local
> race track watching arabians race. We have always planned on breeding my
> mare and we are hoping to try the racing game with her offspring.
> 
> But, the other day a "bug" got in my head and I had a idea,(a dangerous
> one at that) and I thought about trying my 9 year old mare at the racing
> game NOW, instead of waiting for her future foal.
> 
> Right now, she is in shape for LD rides. I talked to a couple trainers
> who may be able to work out an arrangement with me mostly keeping her at
> home instead of the stressful track conditions. I would trailer in.
> 
> Can a horse do both at the same time? Any warnings, advice?
> 
> Lauren