Re: RC: LD's

[CMKSAGEHIL@aol.com]

In a message dated 3/10/99 7:45:32 AM Pacific Standard Time, Thiessej@aol.com
writes:

<< Winning becomes the goal, but
 what about putting up $250,000.00 in prize money for the world Championship,
 does that not cause more concern that the safety of the horse may  be
 sacrificed. I believe that that kind of money will have a much bigger
negative
 affect on horses welfare in the future than a $2.00 ribbon offered for a 25
 mile ride. >>

Yes, that does cause concern.  The offsetting aspects are that there are MANY
vet checks in a 100-miler providing opportunity to pull the horses being
overridden, the pace is more aerobic, the riders have some experience, the
horses are fit, and the veterinary talent there for not only evaluation but
also treatment if necessary is far beyond the scope of what the average RM can
provide for the local 25-miler.

Heidi


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