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September 2017
Official Newsletter of the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association
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MEMBER OF THE MONTH
 Don Robinson
Don Robinson has deep roots in the Kentucky soil. His grandmother owned 1933 Preakness winner Head Play, second in that year’s so-called “Fighting Finish Derby,” while his father boarded excellent runners at the family’s Winter Quarter Farm in Lexington. Robinson has reared many an excellent runner at Winter Quarter, but is now branching out. Along with boyhood friend Alan Schubert, Robinson races standout turf mare Cambodia, whom he co-bred with late partner Eric Kronfeld of Maverick Productions.
Five-year-old Cambodia has registered three graded stakes wins this year. She captured her last two races, the August 5 Yellow Ribbon Handicap (G2T) and September 2 John C. Mabee Stakes (G2T), back to back at Del Mar. “It’s kind of an amazing stroke of manna from heaven, what can I say?” Robinson said enthusiastically. “It was never really a goal; this just happened. I mean, it happened so deliberately and patiently, but I just can’t believe it’s happened. It’s wonderful.”
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2017 TOBA National Awards Dinner
Congratulations to our 2017 National Award winners! It was a wonderful weekend celebrating our State and Canadian Breeder of the Year winners on Friday, September 8, as well as our National Award Winners on Saturday, September 9. A big thank you to Calumet Farm and all of our sponsors who made this possible. We look forward to another wonderful event in 2018!
A full list of our sponsors and award winners are posted
HERE.
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Penny Chenery, First Lady of Racing, Dies at 95
Penny Chenery served as President of the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association from 1976-84. Mrs. Chenery was the epitome of Thoroughbred racing and one of the sport’s most respected and recognized ambassadors. TOBA was honored to have Mrs. Chenery lead it and we are most appreciative of her contributions and influence on the organization. She will be forever linked with Secretariat and Riva Ridge and her remarkable life as the First Lady of the Turf will have a lasting impact on racing. TOBA extends our deepest sympathies to her family.
Read more about Mrs. Chenery’s legacy
here.
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 Pedigree and Conformation Clinic
October 21-22: Lexington, Ky.
This clinic allows participants a deeper understanding of Thoroughbred pedigree and conformation. Pedigree discussions include general theory, such as in-breeding, out-crossing and nicking as well as overall conformation factors. Conformation discussions include the identification of common conformation faults and the effects of those faults as well as a live conformation workshop.
The two-day clinic includes farm tours, transportation, breakfast and lunch.
Contact Meredith Downey at: (859) 276-6793 or mdowney@toba.org for more information
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2017 CLINIC AND SEMINAR SCHEDULE
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The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association’s 2017 schedule for its remaining seminars and clinics is listed below. These educational events provide a unique experience at a number of the leading racetracks, farms and sales companies in North America. Contact: Meredith Downey at mdowney@toba.org or (859) 276-6793 for more information or go to:
www.toba.org
for details and registration.
| October 21-22 |
Pedigree & Conformation Clinic |
Fasig-Tipton, Kentucky |
Lexington, Ky. |
| December 2 |
Ownership Seminar |
Gulfstream Park |
Hallandale Beach, Fla. |
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Please welcome our newest TOBA members and welcome back our renewing members!
Newest Members:
John Cunnington
Clif Guller
Stephen Mulvany
Julie Salters
John Ransom
Donna Manderino, DVM
Returning Members:
Carol Ferguson
Bill Casner
Lincoln Collins
Jim Hawkins
Nana Lampton
Jan Martin
Maria Perry
Des Ryan
Steve Walsh
Rene Woolcott
Candace Jones
Kenneth McPeek
Tom Riddle
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Equine Disease Report
The Animal Health Trust fights disease and injury in animals. Find out more
– www.aht.org.uk
USA
Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis (EEE)
Another case of EEE has been confirmed in Michigan, the third in 2017. The disease was diagnosed in a 10-year-old Morgan mare in Clare county. The animal presented with sudden onset of neurological signs including head-pressing, hyperexcitability, muscle fasciculations and hind limb ataxia. The horse had to be euthanized.
West Nile Encephalitis (WNE)
A case of WNE was diagnosed in a two-year-old Thoroughbred filly in Beaver County, Utah. The affected animal presented with ataxia and facial tremors. The filly is undergoing treatment and is making clinical improvement. Vaccination history against WNE is unknown.
On September 8, 2017, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture confirmed WNE in a 13-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse gelding in Metcalfe County. On September 2, the horse presented with a head tilt, loss of front limb proprioception and ataxia. The horse was subsequently reported to be in stable condition with some improvement. There is no history of vaccination.
On September 8, 2017, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development received confirmation of two further cases of WNE. One of these confirmed cases had co-infection with Eastern Equine Encephalitis. This brings the total number of Michigan horses confirmed with WNE to 13.
Wisconsin reported its fourteenth case of WNE in 2017. The disease was diagnosed in a 15-year-old unvaccinated Arabian mare in Adams County. Reported clinical signs included mild ataxia, muscle tremors, and dazed appearance. The filly is undergoing treatment and is making a rapid recovery.
Nevada has reported a case of WNE in an eight-year-old Quarter horse gelding in Elko County. Due to the severity of clinical signs, the affected animal had to be euthanized. It had not been vaccinated against WNE.
The first case of WNE in South Carolina in 2017 was confirmed in a 16-year-old Paint gelding in Colleton County. There was no history of vaccination against WNE; the horse had to be euthanized.
Strangles
An outbreak of strangles has been confirmed on a premise in Pulaski County, Virginia. The index case was an Appaloosa cross gelding that was first noted ill on August 22, 2017. The affected animal was initially placed in isolation on the farm but subsequently moved off the premises. A Tennessee Walking Horse gelding and a Quarter horse mare were purchased from the same source as the index case and transported together with the index case to the affected farm. They have been placed in isolation.
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What Does a ‘Free’ Horse Cost?
Here’s what you need to know before accepting
a free (or nearly free) horse.
By Sarah Evers Conrad
It sounds like a little girl’s dream come true, all smiles and eyes twinkling: Here, have a free horse. These scenarios do exist, and you might be tempted to say, “Yes, please! Give me all the free horses!” But first, know that a free animal might end up costing you much more than you ever imagined.
You can find horses that are free, or close to it, in a variety of places. Some people look online, on classified sites or Craigslist, while others wander auction grounds. Some adopt from a nonprofit organization or rescue, while still others network with trainers to find retiring racehorses in need of second careers. Or they might end up meeting owners facing life-changing situations (e.g., divorces, moves, job losses, deaths in the family, etc.) who have to give their horses away.
But no matter how good the deal seems, the truth is you’d be remiss not looking a literal “gift horse” in the mouth. We talked to two veterinarians and a rescue operator to learn about the true cost and care of a free horse.
Check out your September 2017 issue of The Horse (a TOBA member benefit) to read more from this article. To login use TOBAMember as your username and password.
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American Horse Council News
American Horse Council Makes Changes to Governance Structure
American Horse Council (AHC) President Julie Broadway and the AHC Board of Trustees are pleased to announce two governance changes to the AHC’s Board effective 2018.
The current 15-person Board of Trustees of the AHC is made up of individuals representing organizations that hold AHC Organizational Memberships at the “Strategic” level. These organizations include The Jockey Club, American Association of Equine Practitioners, National Thoroughbred Racing Association, US Trotting Association, US Equestrian Federation, Thoroughbred Racing Association of North America, and the American Quarter Horse Association. Starting in January 2018, the AHC Board will add two “at large” seats.
The first “at large” seat will be filled by the current Chair of the Coalition of State Horse Councils. The second “at large” seat will be determined by applications.
In January the AHC President will call for applicants for the second “at large” seat from current AHC member organizations to serve a maximum two year term on the AHC Board. Only member organizations paying dues at the level designated for their size organization are eligible. Applicant’s organization must be willing to commit to the time needed to serve on the board and cover expenses necessary to attend meetings, etc.
In March the Board will review all applicants and elect a trustee based upon: 1) the need for that sector of industry to have a voice not currently represented by sitting trustees, and 2) the individual’s background and knowledge of the equine industry.
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Congrats Corner
BOLT D’ORO won the Del Mar Futurity (G1) at Del Mar on September 4 for breeder WinStar Farm and owner Ruis Racing LLC.
OSCAR NOMINATED
won the Calumet Farm (G3) Kentucky Turf Cup S. at Kentucky Downs on September 9 for owners Kenneth L. and Sarah K.
Ramsey.
COMPLETED PASS won a maiden race at Indiana Grand on September 13 for owner and breeder Swifty Farms.
NEW GIRL IN TOWN
won a maiden race at Finger Lakes on September 12 for owner and breeder Chester and Mary Broman.
SEAMS DISCREET
won an allowance race at Zia Park on September 12 for owner Richard Lueck and breeder George Pruette.
BISHOP’S POND won an allowance race at Delaware on September 11 for owner Michael Dubb, Bethlehem Stables LLC and The Elkstone Group LLC.
*This list is randomly selected and is not all-inclusive.
If you are a TOBA member and own or bred a recent winner, please email
Meredith Downey Director of Marketing & Education at mdowney@toba.org and we will include you in the next eNewsletter!
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Thank you to our long standing members:
Mrs. Nancy Polk
Mr. Donald J. Brady
Mr. Jeff Begg
Mr. and Mrs. Tracy Farmer
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TOP OWNERS & BREEDERS
Congratulations to the leading owners and breeders by race earnings through September 13, 2017. The names in bold and italics depict TOBA members.
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| Top Owners by North American Race Earnings |
Top Breeders by North American Race Earnings |
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2. Calumet Farm
3. Klaravich Stables and
William H. Lawrence
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Stronach Stables
5. Reddam Racing LLC
6. Kenneth L. Ramsey & Sarah K. Ramsey
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End Zone Athletics, Inc.
9. Live Oak Plantation
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1. Clearsky Farms
2. WinStar Farm, LLC
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Brereton C. Jones
5. Calumet Farm
6. Kenneth L. Ramsey & Sarah K. Ramsey
7. Stonestreet Thoroughbred Holdings LLC
8. Spendthrift Farm
10. Gainesway Thoroughbreds Ltd.
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Click here for complete stats, compliments of Equineline.com |
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Thoroughbred Charities of America
News
Purchase your tickets to the Bash at the Beach at:
http://www.tca.org/bashatthebeach.html
http://www.tca.org/articles/tca-provides-emergency-grant-to-caribbean-thoroughbred-aftercare.html
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Thoroughbred Racing Protective Bureau Integrity Hotline
Help protect our sport’s integrity. Anonymously contact the TRPB’s Integrity Hotline at:
1-866-TIP-TRPB
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Thank you for your continued membership in TOBA.
Your support ensures the voices of owners and breeders are heard!
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