Monthly Archives: May 2007

On the topic of racing…

May 30, 2007 – 3:48 pm

Just as the United States had the famous horse Seabiscuit, the Australians had a wonderful race horse called Phar Lap (below). This website gives a fantastic insight into a big hearted horse that became known as “Champion of the World”. How can society continue to put these precious creatures (as well as the jockeys) at [...]

By Sarah | Posted in Current News | Comments (0)

Does horse racing edge on the side of cruelty?

May 24, 2007 – 5:47 pm

I recently discussed my opinion on the detriments of intervening with a pregnant mare. This may edge on unconscious cruelty or just an oversight (or stupidity) by the owner. How about horse racing? With the recent 2007 Kentucky Derby over, I am reminded that we never hear many horror stories of the broken down and [...]

By Sarah | Posted in Riding Tours | Comments (6)

How human intervention much is too much?

May 22, 2007 – 4:33 pm

When it comes to a mare giving birth to a foal, how much intervention is too much? Does Mother Nature have a way of looking after all creatures great and small or do we as humans always know what is best for our animals? Even if leaving the task to Mother Nature is the right [...]

By Sarah | Posted in Bitterroot Ranch, Current News | Comments (3)