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4 months

Just Steel, who recently sustained a condylar fracture of the RF fetlock during the Preakness Stakes, has successfully undergone surgery and is now on the path to recovery. Injuries in racehorses can occur due to the physical demands of the sport, but thanks to the remarkable

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The day after the main event… a time for rest, relaxation and some tender loving care for the tremendous athletes that lined up in the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby! 🎥 1 of 2

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Here's to our 2nd group of post-Derby runners, Monday a time for walks, carrots and recovery. A shoutout to the real heroes of racing – the hardworking grooms, from before dawn to long after sunset tending to their equine athletes. Your devotion does not go unnoticed! 🎥 2/2

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Great to see Muth looking bright and well out for a pick of grass in the sunshine as he recovers from a bout of shipping fever. Yep - horses can get sick from travel too, but it’s a little different to the human version. In horses, shipping fever is a respiratory issue, and a

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4 months

How is a thoroughbred cared for post-race? Behind every race is a team of dedicated professionals ensuring each horse is well-cared for. From cool-down walks to meticulous health checks, @juliawitte9 takes us through the expert care equine athlete Lucky Girl from the

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3 months

Kentucky Derby 5th, T O Password, has had bone chips removed from both front knees. Although some media reported he fractured both fronts, @KeibaKate pointed out the error in translation, ‘Japanese media doesn’t linguistically differentiate between bone chips and fractures’.

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2 months

“If you’re buying a horse for $100,000 and you don’t want to spend $200 for aftercare, get the hell out of the game. You shouldn’t be here.” Is what Mike Repole of Repole Stables said to The Ron Flatter Racing Pod this week expressing his passion for an aftercare program he and

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5 months

Delighted to see Territoriality enjoying her dinner following a clear vet report after today’s incident. She’s happy and bright, being cared for by her wonderful groom Francisco and the team at Gowan Racing ❤️

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

How is Just Steel doing on the road to recovery? On his comeback journey following the condylar fracture of his RF fetlock during the Preakness Stakes, Just Steel has been a "perfect patient" according to Martha Jane at Mulholland Springs. His post-surgery rehab has gone

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

Did you know the top 2 from the 1997 Belmont Stakes are still thriving? Touch Gold and Silver Charm, both 30, along with many other retirees, are living out a spoiled retirement with the awesome team @Oldfriendsfarm ! Learn more about Old Friends and their mission here:

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

After recent surgeries for condylar fractures, Just Steel and Mr. Fisk are on the mend. But what actually is this injury and what does the surgery involve? Dr. Wayne McIlwraith, a pioneer in equine orthopedic surgery, explains a condylar fracture and process for optimum

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5 months

Update on Bozdagi, who x-rayed clean after being vanned off at Churchill Downs. He’s now back in work, here’s a photo his owner kindly supplied us.

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

“It would be like comparing it to football and having everyone in leather helmets, we’ve evolved past leather helmets.” - Jena Antonucci Safety is evolving and for our industry to continue, we’ve got to step up and work together to make the best choices and improvements for our

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Assistant trainer, Ian Wilson, of Graham Motion Racing, takes us through the pre and post race practices put in place in order for their filly, Active, to run safely at Laurel Park. In addition to the health checks carried out before and after racing by personal and on track

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@LightUpRacing

6 months

“I am grateful to be a part of the Light Up mission… This is an industry-wide problem and should be met with an industry-wide approach. Highlighting the good being done is something each of us can take part in.” @ChristinaFDTV joins the LUR Board 🙌

Christina Blacker Joins the Board of Directors - Light Up Racing

Light Up Racing proudly announces the addition of Christina Blacker to its Board of Directors.

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

PETA’s advertisement in the Louisville Courier Journal on Wednesday has again resorted to sensationalism in a desperate attempt to discredit horse racing. This approach underscores their willingness to manipulate public perception at the expense of truth and financially profit

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Easy like Sunday morning… thoroughbreds enjoy a Sunday morning stroll of their own. The racetrack crew don’t sleep late on the weekends, they are up and hard at work to care for their beloved athletes. It’s a bustling city on the backside 7 days a week. 🎥: @AmplifyRacing

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

Track fatalities have cast a shadow over horse racing, but strides in safety are being made with upgraded tracks, enhanced diagnostics, and strategic data use. While much remains to be done, you can learn about current progress and future plans here👇🐎

What is being done to reduce racehorse track fatalities? - Light Up Racing

Fatalities on the track have cast a long shadow on horse racing, but there are many initiatives being introduced to reduce this risk.

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

Why are joints injected? Corticosteroids can quickly reduce inflammation, but proper healing requires time and rest. Dr. Jeff Berk & Dr. Scott Hay discuss joint injections and how horse racing is positively moving away from a ‘one more race’ mentality to a culture that better

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

Light Up Racing Event 2 💡 Join us at Keeneland in the Sales Pavilion from 5pm tomorrow evening. All welcome! Learn about how we’ll utilise the grassroots network of the industry to empower our army of ambassadors 👊

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

What aspects of horse racing do public perceptions most significantly diverge from scientific evidence? Dr. Berk talks about two year old racing, a topic that three top horse racing vets discussed at length in our Light Up Racing webinar. Link to full webinar:

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

Chill time for the latest Preakness runners, with the lens now turning toward the Belmont at Saratoga! These colts are enjoying some recovery time and well deserved relaxation between runs. Sieze The Grey and Mystik Dan have headed to Saratoga for a go at the third leg of the

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

@gpteezy @ThoroughbredDa3 @BloodHorse @paulickreport @PreaknessStakes There’s hundreds of superb racehorse veterinary surgeons all over America. Dr. Bramlage is one of the most experienced, so he tends to treat the highest profile cases. You’ll find very few horses are ‘just put down on the track’ - in fact, 99.9% of races are run safely. Humane

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

Check out the full video of the Light Up Racing launch event via the video link below! The next event is at Keeneland on Tuesday, March 5. All welcome.

LUR Event - Light Up Racing

Watch the video of the first Light Up presentation evening where we delve into the science of social change by exploring six critical concepts that can help

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

Our hearts go out to the connections of Matanzas Creek, who was euthanized following a fetlock injury. It was almost a year since the last equine fatality in a race at Santa Anita.

Tom Ryan

@TomRyanKY

7 months

Matanzas Creek sustained irreparable injuries to his right front fetlock. It's a heartbreaking decision to make, but he was euthanized onsite. Our hearts go out to the horse and the people who adored and cared for him. Thankfully, Frankie walked away from this tragedy.

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

How many times do you think a horse is checked for soundness before a race? Dr. Blea from CHRB discusses the current pre-race vet check system, which has seen major upgrades in recent years.

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

Our first event kicked off at Fasig Tipton on Mon. If you missed it, the full presentation is up online now at ! 💡 Next at Keeneland on Mar 5. from 5pm on the practical application of our grassroots strategy and how you can play your part 💪

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

Check out how this year’s Belmont runners are winding down and wrapping up the 2024 Triple Crown Season. Thanks to the hardworking teams behind these athletes, they are eating plenty of treats and getting lots of love!

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

Ever find yourself wondering about the best way to address those tough questions? Here’s the first step when addressing these tough questions in person or online, visit our webinar to learn more.

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

🎥 Missed our second industry community event at Keeneland? Catch the full recording of our presentation on transforming racing perceptions. It's time to unite for positive change! Watch now ➡️ Become a member💡

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

Racehorses are inspected by a vet how many times before a race at a NYRA racetrack?! Ahead of the Belmont Stakes this Saturday Dr Palmer discusses how pre-race screening has seen major improvements recently to ensure there is minimal risk for horses. “Over the past decade these

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

💡📢 Light Up Racing invites you to two Lexington events. Join us at 5pm for cocktails, followed by insights into Light Up, upcoming activities and the crucial role play in reshaping horse racing perceptions! 💡Event 1 at Fasig Tipton, Feb 26 💡Event 2 at Keeneland, Mar 5

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Great work from @FanDuel @Gabby_Gaudet_ bringing an update so quickly - transparency and timely communication 👌

FanDuel Racing

@FanDuel_Racing

5 months

After the unfortunate incident in race 2 at Churchill Downs, @Gabby_Gaudet_ has an update on both horses. We will update as we got more information of both Jockeys involved.

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Debunking the myth: Racehorses are overtrained. Keep watching to see how training really goes! 🎥 @owneycreative & @theTDN

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Things we love to see! Flood social media feeds with positivity this Kentucky Derby week by sharing your videos and stories of thoroughbreds in their exceptional care. Use the hashtags #iwishiwasahorse and #kentuckyderby 🙌

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@raezvt

5 months

Lead Blocker raced 10 times for his breeder/owner, winning twice. After retiring from racing, he babysat at his breeder’s farm. In 2016, “Dan” came to live with us as a riding horse. Then, his Boy arrived, and Boy has been his job ever since. #iwishiwasahorse #kentuckyderby

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Hi everyone 👋 We’re hosting a Light Up Racing Webinar on Tuesday, May 14, at 4 p.m. PT / 7 p.m. ET. It’s a 1.5-hour session where we’ll tackle some challenging horse racing topics and share insights to help you have conversations with confidence. Our panel, hosted by Christina

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Take a look at the @theTDN article demonstrating the continued increase in race safety! The industry is seeing a current 99.97% safety record out of the 6,000 plus horses racing on dirt and turf. For more information on the HISA report and safety data, visit the link here:

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

“We need to get proud, we need to stand strong, and we need to represent our industry in the best way that we can. Because although we look to leadership for change, the power is with you.” Thanks to the community who have powered us through, we've seen incredible growth in the

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@LightUpRacing

6 months

📢 Communicate with Impact ⚡️ This April 22 & 23, Light Up Racing is launching its first-ever Media & Content Cohort Training in Lexington, Kentucky. This is your invitation to be part of a groundbreaking journey. Commit to two days with our team, an experience that will

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

Tonight is the first of our two Lexington launch events for Light Up Racing 💡 From 5pm at Fasig Tipton with the presentation kicking off at 6pm - we look forward to seeing you there!

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

As we get closer to Derby and many misconceptions are promoted about horse racing, visit our website to stay informed on answers to Common Questions. Have another question? Drop us a comment below and let us know what you’d like answered next! 👇 Stay

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

Rule #1 : secrecy breeds suspicion. When people aren’t talking, it’s assumed there is something to hide. The antidote? Talk openly and explain the process.

Pat Cummings

@PatCummingsNTA

7 months

Just finished call with 1/ST's Aidan Butler about wagering issues yesterday. The NTA @RepoleStable are trying to make racing transparent and accountable so we can improve it for everyone. Thanks to Aidan for taking the time. Here's our chat

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@LightUpRacing

6 months

✨Meet William Jackson, a man whose journey from the shadowy depths of addiction to the guiding light of recovery is nothing short of miraculous ✨ His story, featured in @theTDN unfolds within the heart of Lexington, Kentucky, at Stable Recovery. Link:

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

“The renewed industry-wide effort to put safety first is not a top-down mandate. It is part of a welcome shift towards a deeper culture of safety, at all levels, from the backstretch to the boardroom.” A brilliant op-ed by @GrahamMotion 🙌 in the @baltimoresun .

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

“Alone we can do little, together we can do so much!” As we begin Phase 2 of Light Up Racing, we need to continue spreading the facts and educating those on the progression of the welfare and safety in this industry. Keeping composed, sticking to the science and welcoming those

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Want to know what it is like to own a Preakness winner? Meet Sandy Wyper!

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Light Up Racing statement on FX: Broken Horses Link:

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

We believe the industry’s future hinges on all decisions being made in the best interests of the horse, right through every layer of care. From setting the rules, the stewarding of those regulations, the trainer and owner who have the responsibility of making decisions on behalf

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@BloodHorse

5 months

Oaklawn Park confirmed May 2 in a post on X that Tyler's Tribe has died. Details surrounding the 4-year-old's death are unknown. Read more: @BH_JPerez

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

@Tinky47flat Hi Tinky, thanks for the great feedback on our website. We’ve got three highly respected vets (Dr Jeff Berk, Dr Emma Adam & Dr Wayne McIlwraith) who have donated countless hours researching each piece. We’ll pass your suggestion on so they can look & make any required change 👍

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@LightUpRacing

2 months

"He's a very special horse. It's in destiny's hands now but let's see what we can do. Hopefully, we can bring home a medal for the U.S." -Gadelha, Division Manager Bonne Chance Farm has already set the bar high with its racing triumphs, but this July, trainer da Silva took it to

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Light Up Racing is conducting a community survey to understand its members’ thoughts on the public’s perception of the racing industry, and their role in shaping it. Please complete the following 10-question survey, which should take less than 3 mins.

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@LightUpRacing

6 months

We’ve had a huge response to the announcement of our first cohort training session! There’s a few spots for specific profiles that we are looking to fill: vets and those working in stables. If this is you, or if you know someone who might suit, please register or send it on.

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@LightUpRacing

6 months

📢 Communicate with Impact ⚡️ This April 22 & 23, Light Up Racing is launching its first-ever Media & Content Cohort Training in Lexington, Kentucky. This is your invitation to be part of a groundbreaking journey. Commit to two days with our team, an experience that will

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@LightUpRacing

2 months

Just because you don't win the KY Derby doesn't mean you can't still be a world champion ... check out Bold Venture's road to the Olympics!

Nicole Russo

@DRFRusso

2 months

With a mid-competition withdrawal from Australian Olympic eventing team, the only pure Thoroughbred in the entries, traveling reserve Bold Venture, was seen in the stadium today. Gelding was winless in three starts before his second career. #OTTB

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Have you ever wondered what happens to racehorses when they retire? Thoroughbreds are incredibly versatile animals and transition into various roles after racing, from breeding careers and companion animals to competitors in advanced equestrian sports. Some even serve as

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

We’re also pleased to announce that racetracks operating under HISA’s rules in the first quarter of 2024 recorded 0.84 racing-related equine fatalities per 1,000 starts, an approximate 38% decrease in racing-related fatalities year over year. Additional Q1 Racetrack Safety

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Join our ‘flood the feed’ campaign this Kentucky Derby week by sharing your videos and stories of thoroughbreds in their exceptional care. Use the hashtags #iwishiwasahorse and #kentuckyderby 🙌 and tag us so we can reshare!

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Answering questions like ‘should I respond to online social media trolls?’ or ‘are wet tracks more dangerous than dry tracks?’ our expert panel did not shy away from the difficult answers in our first Light Up Racing webinar! Check it out here:

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

What is a classy and efficient way through difficult conversations? Vicky Leonard has some great advice and we’ve got the facts. Visit our website for more information and to watch our most recent webinar here:

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Alva Starr was euthanized today at Delaware Park after injuries in a workout. Our deepest condolences to owner Dale Ladner and the Alva Starr team. It’s heartbreaking for all in the industry to get this kind of news, and underscores the importance of the vital work of our

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@LightUpRacing

2 months

All of the mints for the best boy!

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@ABRLive

2 months

There's nothing @BelmontStakes winner Dornoch loves more than mints! 🍬 World Series champ and co-owner Jayson Werth caught up with his special guy ahead of the @BreedersCup #WinAndYoureIn Haskell Stakes at @MonmouthPark .

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

Things we love to see! 🥰 #learntogether

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@TomRyanKY

7 months

Our 5-year-old Callan came home from school yesterday with a new Library Book ❤️ He said; “we can learn together” @LightUpRacing #TLS

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@LightUpRacing

2 months

Not transparent enough? Take a look at this! Thoroughbred racing fatalities are rare – and they’re rarer at tracks regulated by HISA. This data is the most transparent and accessible it has ever been. Tracks with HISA rules have only 0.76 incidents per 1,000 races, compared to

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@LightUpRacing

2 months

This is one we can’t wait to read 😍 Have you ordered a copy yet?!

CARMA

@CARMAcares

2 months

CARMA is thrilled to announce the release of "What Horses Do After Racing: The Story of Good Carma," a captivating children's book written by renowned horse racing journalist @jayprivman and published by Red Cliff Publishing. Full Release:

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@LightUpRacing

6 months

@RacingDFS @happybirdfan Keeneland update here 👇

Keeneland Racing

@keenelandracing

6 months

@LvilleFan1 Happy to report Spinning Class was checked out by veterinarians leaving the Paddock. They report she is okay. She is back at the barn and will continue to be monitored.

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

The racing industry is making significant steps toward a safer sport. @TTRAusNZ ’s recent welfare column puts the power of diagnostic imaging in the spotlight with the expertise of Dr Jeff Blea. Learn about the collective initiatives that have resulted in a 50% decrease in

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Light Up Racing is thrilled to be hosted by the Ocala Breeders Sales Company for a night of learning, listening, and lighting up for racing 🙌

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Join us in less than 2hrs for the Light Up Racing webinar! Christina Blacker will host a lineup of world class vets to chat through the answers to common questions regarding horse racing. Webinar link here:

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

Things we love to see! When a sudden eye ulcer in racehorse Boujee revealed a hidden cancerous growth, her medical team faced a race against time. With the affected eye urgently removed, Boujee was back on the track just two weeks later, defying the odds. Discover how swift

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Do you know about the new HISA Regulation updates? Make sure you register to view their virtual Town Hall series webinar on Monday, June 8 at 2:00 pm ET.

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

@EJXD2 @theTDN @BloodHorse @ChurchillDowns @KentuckyDerby @paulickreport @FasigTiptonCo @btbrowning @keenelandracing @courierjournal Our followers are the industry community - revealing PETA’s rubbish propaganda is important to show the importance of a unified response - as their next step is to leverage a fatality. Transparency is vital, and the industry community needs to see the message being printed so

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

Things we love to see! Gumbo, a 2022 colt, was found to have a life threatening condition at birth, but his owners were thrilled to watch his success two years down the line! Gumbo made it through his first training session at the Thoroughbred Training Center in Lexington,

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Happy 4th of July! 🎆 Celebrate with us by sharing your favorite patriotic horse names in the comments below.👇

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@LightUpRacing

5 months

@ponyace @theTDN @BloodHorse @ChurchillDowns @KentuckyDerby @paulickreport @FasigTiptonCo @btbrowning @keenelandracing @courierjournal Exposing PETA’s comical propaganda is important to show the importance of a unified message - rather than waiting for them to leverage a fatality. Transparency is key! Referring to it in ambiguous manner doesn’t show the ridiculousness of the material. It’s time that everyone

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@LightUpRacing

4 months

Things we love to see! Mila is a strong 4-year-old with a taxing condition. Mila's Wish is a promising colt with a beautiful story. To read more about this story go to

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@LightUpRacing

6 months

@raypaulick Transparency is crucial, Ray. Not just for integrity, but welfare too. Change can be slow and relying on authorities and companies to push for that change is difficult due to the political complexities they need to navigate. But there’s also a huge opportunity for best practice

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@LightUpRacing

7 months

@racetrackandy Hi Andy, not a fun day for bettors! While we wish we could tackle everything, with limited resources (funded by donations, 1 staff, started < a month ago), we're focusing on horse welfare & integrity for now. We get your anger though, horseplayers require a functioning platform!

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@LightUpRacing

3 months

Want to hear the latest update on thoroughbred safety and welfare? Join the Jockey Club Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit tomorrow, 25 June 2024, from 8:20 am EDT. A number of topics will be discussed, such as on-track injury reporting, education, racing surfaces and

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@LightUpRacing

2 months

Great news for the Ocala region as PSE recently made significant investments in these technological developments. “The advanced CT unit enables safe and efficient diagnostic imaging of patients undergoing standing sedation or general anesthesia. The enhanced imaging

TDN

@theTDN

2 months

👉 Ocala-based @PetersonSmithEH recently completed a new CT wing of to their facility. The project included comprehensive upgrades to the lobby and examination rooms, along with the construction of a cutting-edge standing surgery suite.

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3 months

Mark your calendars! Oct 9-12 in Lexington for the RRP #TBMakeover - attend as a spectator or give back by volunteering for the event!

Retired Racehorse Project

@RRP_TBMakeover

3 months

The 2024 #TBMakeover is coming up on October 9-12 at the KY Horse Park, and we need your help! Want to give back to the aftercare community and be part of what’s been called “the happiest horse show on earth”? Volunteer sign-ups are open now at .

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@LightUpRacing

6 months

@PreissDan @raypaulick Step 1. Explain the rule Then, most importantly… Step 2. Change the rule! When something doesn’t pass the pub test - i.e. it’s hard to justify how it is acceptable, it’s a very strong signal that change is needed!

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@LightUpRacing

2 months

Poetry in motion...

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@A_Evers

2 months

To me the mark of a great horse is consistency. The Chosen Vron embodies that and then some!!

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@patlgill @theTDN @BloodHorse @ChurchillDowns @KentuckyDerby @paulickreport @FasigTiptonCo @btbrowning @keenelandracing @courierjournal We’ll give it a red hot go anyway! We strongly believe that a grassroots movement harnessing the power of our passionate community can help drive real change in the perception of horse racing.

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

4 months

@Mucheleruthe23 @juliawitte9 @ChristinaFDTV @NBCSports @FlyingStartNews Great idea!

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

2 months

Undeniable progress, this is just the beginning 👏🏻

Paulick Report

@paulickreport

2 months

HISA’s fatality data by racetrack for the second quarter of 2024 shows that tracks under its oversight saw fatal injury rates drop to 0.76 per 1,000 starts this spring

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

3 months

… Can you? 🤩

Breeders' Cup

@BreedersCup

3 months

A bond like no other... 💜⁣ ⁣ Can you name this #BreedersCup Champ and her trainer?⁣ ⁣ 📸 @EclipseSports

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

2 months

Fantastic article about all equine sport, worldwide. Have a read!

Kick Up

@KickUpForRacing

2 months

“Justifying the whip’s persistent use to the public presents more than a mere education gap—it’s a deep values chasm; a fundamental disconnect between our sport's practices & the expectations of everyday Australians.” - @vickyleo A must-read in @TTRAusNZ :

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

5 months

@kathygfrompeta @ChurchillDowns Hi Kathy, Bozdagi was x-rayed and came they back clean. Here’s a photo his owner kindly supplied us.

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

2 months

“We’ve been thinking about rain all wrong.” Learn why Dr Palmer can say so confidently that he will guarantee the Saratoga fatality spike in 2023 will not happen again ⬇️ The full report on Saratoga comes out in a few days.

Paulick Report

@paulickreport

2 months

New York Veterinarian: ‘I Guarantee’ We’ll Never See A Fatality Spike Like Saratoga 2023 Again - Paulick Report | Shining Light on the Horse Industry

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

6 months

@Tinky47flat @raypaulick Hi Tinky, Our content takes time to pull together - that’s because we are using leading vets who are experts in their fields, donating their time to our cause. If you’d like things sped up, one way would be to donate to Light Up Racing so we can afford to be resourced

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

2 months

@JerseyTbred @LvilleFan1 Hey Linda - I am very happy to tell you that is very far from the truth. Most horses, like Smile Happy, will enter a second career. Have a look at this article which tells you about the steps racehorses take after they retire from racing!

What Happens To Horses When They Retire from Racing? - Light Up Racing

The racing industry is actively engaging with the complex yet vital mission of providing comprehensive aftercare for racehorses as they transition from their

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

7 months

@sullivanms @Tinky47flat Would suggest that not all vets are created equal! We’ve purposefully sought out three of the best in terms of integrity and ability. Light Up purposefully writes content in a way utilises science, but doesn’t require the reader to have a science degree to understand.

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

2 months

It truly is 🩵

Resolute Racing

@resracingky

2 months

“How come you do it?”💙 (As seen on our #tiktok )

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

2 months

Amazing stuff!

Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority

@hisa_us

2 months

We've just released our 2024 Second Quarter Metrics Report, showcasing significant progress in promoting the safety of Thoroughbred racing, including declining racing-related equine fatality rates every quarter since HISA became fully operational.

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

3 months

Making tracks for the next generation! Great work @AmplifyRacing

TDN

@theTDN

3 months

"In many highly urban and inner-city areas, racetracks are the only places for miles and miles where people can go to see and possibly touch a horse," writes Annise Montplaisir ( @AnnisefromFargo ), in her Letter to the Editor.

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

7 months

@sullivanms @Tinky47flat To determine the specific questions we conducted focus groups with people not in racing; the target audience for the content. Their question was “why do racehorses get nosebleeds?”, because they had never heard of EIPH. Hence the need for the article.

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

3 months

Our latest newsletter has been sent out to all members so check your emails 📧 It includes our latest updates, community growth figures and what we’ve got coming up. Don’t want to miss out on the latest news? Subscribing is free via the link here:

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

5 months

Love this message from Lou @LJamesCPA 🙌 what does horse racing mean to you?

Lou Arellano

@LJamesCPA

5 months

Lets get it on! Is it Saturday yet? #TruthMatters #KentuckyDerby #KentuckyDerby150 #iwishiwasahorse

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

3 months

Want to know how you can make a difference? Become a member today and let’s #LightUpForRacing one conversation at a time. 👉 Join our Facebook Community: 👉 Become a member:

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LightUpRacing

@LightUpRacing

2 months

@jstewartrr @rresoluteracing Absolutely incredible work - thank you for sharing this story!

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