Archive for September, 2008

Grand Couturier runs away with the Joe Hirsch Turf Classic (G1)

By Tack Box | September 28th, 2008

He drew off to a 10 1/4 length victory over longshots Interpatation and Summer Patriot. Get the results, chart, and photos here.

Black Seventeen upsets in the Vosburgh Stakes (G1)

By Tack Box | September 28th, 2008

He just got up by a head over Fabulous Strike to pay $49.60 to win, while favorite Lucky Island finished 6th. Get the results, chart, and photos here.

Dynaforce romps in the Flower Bowl Invitational (G1)

By Tack Box | September 28th, 2008

She took the lead at the start and held off a bid by favored Mauralakana in the stretch to win 4 lengths. Get the results, chart, and photos here.

Autumn Brings Challenges to Cushing’s Diagnosis, Management

By Tack Box | September 27th, 2008

Autumn’s chill does not just mean your horse will grow a longer coat. It can also mean he’ll have higher natural levels of the hormone plasma adrenocorticotropin (ACTH), which, in conjunction with other factors, can lead to flare-ups of laminitis. Veterinarians…

Kentucky Equine Initiative Unveils New Web Site

By Tack Box | September 27th, 2008

The University of Kentucky’s (UK) Equine Initiative unveiled a new Web site this month. The updated Web site launch coincides with the start of the fall semester and reflects the tremendous progress that’s been made in equine programs since the Equine…