Are There Any Black Jockeys?

Are There Any Black Jockeys? (Find Out!)

I am a recent fan of horse racing. Over the past few years, I have become quite interested in the sport, watching as many races as I can. And of course, I now never miss The Kentucky Derby. This year, I began reading articles about Kendrick Carmouche, who was set to make history as one …

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Are Racehorses Inbred?

Are Racehorses Inbred? (Answered!)

I recently attended a local horse race with a friend. Not one of the large, high-stakes races. Just a small, local competition. Still, the race interested me a ton — especially when it came to the animals. They raced with such ease, and I wondered not only how they were trained but what their descendancy …

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Why Do Jockeys Wear White Pants?

Why Do Jockeys Wear White Pants? (Revealed!)

I love horse racing as an adult and have always had an interest in it. I remember betting a dollar on races for fun with my father when I was very young, usually picking a horse based on which name I liked or which jockey had the most extravagant and eye catching colors. I think …

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Can Horses Eat Tomatoes?

I recently started growing tomato plants in my garden, and one day I noticed my horses wandering over and sticking their noses through the fence to try and get at them. I moved them away because, well, those are my tomatoes! It did get me wondering, though, since they seemed so interested, whether horses are …

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Can Horses Eat Blackberries?

I was out wandering the trails near my house the other day when I noticed a huge bush brimming with blackberries. I couldn’t believe how many there were, so I came back with a basket later and picked a load to take home. I had planned to bake them into a cobbler, but I still …

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