Synthetic Surfaces for Thoroughbred Safety
On May 20, 2006 at the Preakness Stakes in Baltimore, MD the racing career of one of Americas brightest new athletes ended due to a horrific broken leg at the beginning of the race. His name is now et... continue reading »
"If horse racing must exist, it is incumbent upon those involved to ensure the equine athlete is cared for and kept as safe as possible, to include only using the safest track surface - regardless the cost.. State VA."
"Make Horse Racing much safer for both horses and riders. State Florida"
"I am a HUGE fan of Barbaro and I would like to see tracks become safer for all horses."
"THINK THIS IS A GOOD IDEA. SEEMS WE HAVE SEEN A LOT OF INJURIES OF LATE, AND MOST vETS i HEAR ARE ALL FOR IT. State IDAHO"
"May injuries be a topic of the past!"
"Please pass reform laws to help America's TBs! State CA"
"If Woodbine can do it - so can all North American tracks - please install polytracks to make racing safer for horses. There have been too many breakdowns - something has to be done. State Ontario, Canada"
"These poor creatures need a voice! State Pennsylvania"
"Please make the surfaces safer for the athletes and the jockeys! State CA"
"Please save our thoroughbreds from horrible injuries. Mandate synthetic surfaces for racing safety! State Virginia"
"I worked at race tracks, they need to be banked and properly surfaced!!!! Too many horses break down or die as a result of this problem!!! State Pennsylvania"
"В State Massachusetts"
"we must protect these magnificient animals State N.Y"
