It’s that time! Baby Z just had his feet trimmed for the first time. Dr. Scott Morrison is the farrier that trims all foals and yearlings at Lane’s End. He is a veterinarian who specializes in podiatry, and he was kind enough to write this piece explaining the importance of foot management in young horses. Thank you Dr. Morrison!
-Team Z
The Horses foot provides several functions such as support, shock absorption, traction and proprioception (ability to feel the ground and negotiate limb position). In the foal however the foot also plays an important role in limb development.
At birth the hoof is covered with a soft, feathery unpigmented tissue called the perinychium. This tissue forms a soft covering to prevent the hard hoof capsule from piercing or damaging the mares’ reproductive tract during gestation and the birthing process. This tissue quickly dries out and is worn away during the first couple days after birth.
The newborn hoof is fairly soft and pliable compared to a mature horses hoof. But over the first month it dehydrates and matures to more closely resemble that of an adult horses hoof. The newborn hoof is also perfectly symmetrical at birth. Over time the hoof changes shape in response to the forces above. Limb conformation dictates the shape of the developing hoof. The foal’s hoof goes through various shape changes during the first several months of age. These shape changes closely follow changes in limb conformation and posture.
The hoof is designed to serve as a protective barrier for internal sensitive structures as well as provide a base of support and leverage for proper bone, tendon and ligament development. Therefore the shape and integrity of the hoof can have a significant effect on the development of these structures. The relationship between limb conformation and hoof shape plays an integral role in the conformational development of the growing horse. Therefore, maintaining a healthy hoof and intervening with special foot management when necessary, is important in the development of the young horse’s limb.
Routine, proper trimming is the most important element of the foal foot management program. Maintaining a healthy balanced foot is the goal. Simply preventing a foot from breaking up or becoming misshapen or distorted will go a long way in promoting proper limb development. However some foals, in spite of routine proper hoof trimming will have a tendency to develop a crooked limb. In these instances shoes or extensions can be used to provide additional support and influence the forces on the growth plates and encourage straightening of the limb.
The first trim is usually done at one month of age. But the foal’s feet should be handled and cleaned daily; this will make the first experience with the farrier less stressful. Typically trimming at 3-4 week intervals is sufficient for most foals. If there is a tendency for the limb to grow crooked or with an angular deformity, the hoof may need to be trimmed more often to prevent the hoof from developing a distortion or adverse shape in response to the abnormal forces, often a 2 week trim schedule is then recommended. Various shoes can be used to help a hoof support various developmental abnormalities such as: club foot syndrome (contractures), weak tendons (laxity) and angular deformities.
-Scott E Morrison, DVM
Marty R / Colorado
Dear Judy Berube,
Please celebrate your day knowing how important and loved you are by all who participate in Zenyatta Nation. All the best is wished for you. God Bless. Marty
Marty R / Colorado
Trina,
As others have said, you have created a masterpiece and a beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing the goodness of your heart through the beauty of your words.
Max
Great link to information on the Queen.
http://ponytime.hubpages.com/hub/QueenZenyatta
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Hi Max; thanks for the link! I will never get tired of reading of our Queen, ZENYATTA!!
I just get excited all over again.
Shari Voltz\Ohio
Great article. Thank you : )
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by!
I am left without words Judy. Only to say love and hugs to you on this your day of birth – half our hearts heavy with sorrow but sing with adoration, inspiring half a heart full of love, and wishes for you on this emotional path to healing the deepest of sorrows …. crushing HUGS …. ♥♥♥ xoxxoxxo ♥♥♥
Hannah H.
I was so excited when I heard about the foal in march. I also was thrilled when I received the letter in the mail with pictures! Does anyone know if they’ve decided on a name yet?
See you!
Hugs, Kisses n’ carrots to you and the foal!!
~Hannah
LauraJ (Cincinnati, OH)
If they have decided on a name, they have not announced it yet. There’s no rush. A TB does not have to be named until it is ready to race or enter the breeding population.
Mary Margaret in Georgia
Great article on ponytime about our Queen Zenyatta. Always get those chill bumps when I watch her races—-all of them. Love you Zenyatta.
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
@all From the bloodhorse, Frankel gets an okay to begin training again.
Terry Crow
Good news for sure.
Max
Terry. This is good news. I was very worried for Frankel. Apparently, they will decide what to do about the next race when Frankel lets the trainer know what Frankel wants. It appears that Frankel must talk, but probably with an upper class English accent. His owner is a prince, the racing manager is a lord, and the trainer is Sir Henry Cecil.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Too cute, Max!
Terry Crow
Yes, definitely not a cockney accent.
signofthetimes
Yes, great news.
JAG / L♥VE Auntie Judy / So. CA
Eblouissante (3-Year-Old Filly) Ms. E aka Big E aka Ebby :-)
♥ Bless you! ♥
Date: April 18, 2012
Track: HOLLYWOOD PARK
Distance: Six Furlongs
Time: 1.16:00 Handily
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: All Weather Track
Rank: 17/19
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Jag, Wishing and hoping and praying for “E”!! I do wish I had TVG or HRTV. Oh Pooh
Terry Crow
I would put this workout in the conditioning category.
Max
@JAG or Terry. Does anyone know how big Big E is? Is she 17.2 like Z or near that?
Keta
Max
This is from zgirlsrule on Facebook
It was in response to question:
i wonder how tall eblouissante is, hopefully as tall as her sis and im ready to see what this baby can do
She 16.3 and still growing..She is A-1 at gate schooling and John isnt working her death.You can go on you tube and watch her..I cant wait for her to start blistering asses.I think her legs swell like Zenyattas did and thats why he’s taking his time with her.She has a sweet but very Dominant nature like her sister.Shes just not as hard to handle in training.Great balance and beautiful mover · 35 days ago ·
Keta note: Haven’t been able to use the 2 sources to verify
Keta
Max
Here’s what bothers me about 16.3.
Over and over again people use the adjective “huge” to describe Ebby.
So, I think she may be taller than that.
Just saying
Keta
Max
Keta. Thanks for this information. Maybe someone who is nearby Barn 55 would know?
signofthetimes
Keta,
“E ” is much more than 16.3. I rode a 17 hand TB
For years and her jockey cam videos put her around
17 hand for me. She is a big girl, not as sturdy looking
As Zenyatta (street cry) more refined like Bernie with
His gorgeous head
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
I remember some video months ago, where John Shirreffs, I believe, said Ebby is as tall as Zenny, or maybe “about as tall” as Z, but not as long in the body. So she won’t have the same stride-length as Z.
Keta
Here is a photo of Ebby taken on April 17th
She seems to have bulked up quite a bit.
Looking very muscular in this shot
And, looking very good
Keta
https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/photo.php?fbid=10150835213806874&set=o.143117319085172&type=1&theater
Ingrid Arnone
Dear Jag:
I am TVG account holder and I have the TVG channel, this is the reason I know everything what is going on regarding the races, Hollywood Park is closed, they will open soon, they will be a change of name, the new name is Bet Fair Hollywood Park, and is own by TVG. Hugs Ingrid.
Terry Crow
Hollywood Park is not actually owned by TVG, which is a division of Bet Fair. The name is merely a marketing ploy, much like the Kentucky Derby presented by Yum Brands.
Ingrid Arnone
Dear Jag:
On the other hand, maybe she is training, hugs Ingrid.
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Terry Crow, in answer to a former question. No, I don’t wear those pointed shoes anymore or on a pogo stick. ha ha I can’t! I have inherited the likeness of my fathers big toes, they turn up!! ha ha As Sue has stated to me in the past, you’ve got ugly feet! ha ha (We really are great friends, REALLY)
Terry Crow
Which one of you left something in the other one’s car?
Sue Fredrick - Wisconsin- Elated
Terry,
don’t know what you’re referring to unless it was the time I fell when I slipped on a banana peel in her car? How many people can say that?
Terry Crow
That’s the one. I couldn’t remember the exact details but it was one of the funniest incidents I can recall.
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Sue F and Terry; Well, at least she got into the right car!! ha ha
Terry Crow
You guys are a riot.
edna roberts
thanks soo much for sharing & taking care of zenyatta and now her colt, she really is something and up their with the best of the best. make sure all our animal athletes are safe, healthy and protected, best wishes, edna
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by!
RIP Dick Clark – age 82 of a heart attack.
Terry Crow
Karen-This is a shock. If anybody was going to live forever, it would have been he.
Marty R / Colorado
This news truly was a shock. I used to rush home from school in my Jr. High days to watch American Bandstand. R.I.P., Dick Clark.
signofthetimes
Such a loss, Dick Clark.
OraJean Stevenson
Thanks Dr. Morrison & Team-Z,
This was a very informative news letter and the photos are wonderful.
This is the BEST WEBSITE ever !!
Hugs to you all. Fondly, OraJean
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by!
Adorable Trina, you have out done yourself with the poem for Judy. I cried all through, Judy is so special as you are too. Thank you for the flowers from us, as you so kindly thought of your dumpling family. Your heart is huge with love and I hope to one day have as much love in mine as yours. L♥ve and Hugs ….. x♥oxxo♥x
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by!
About Dick Clark.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/dick-clark-host-of-american-bandstand-dies-at-82/2012/04/18/gIQAvJIKRT_story.html/
Terry Crow
Karen-You always provide the most interesting links. The picture of Dick Clark on the front of the article is the way I will always remember him. The TV critic’s comments were uncalled for. As the Elks Club says about it members when they pass on, may his faults, whatever they might be, be written on the sand. In a funny twist, the final episode of the old Perry Mason TV show featured Clark as the killer.
Sue Fredrick - Wisconsin- Elated
How sad to hear Dick Clark is gone. Those of us that are certain ages….Ahem…..well lets just say I would come home from school and run and turn on American Bandstand and dance in the living room. Those were the good old days when you could understand the lyrics and they weren’t obscene. Such a romantic time. Oh nostalgia overcomes me, sorry. RIP Dick, we’ll miss you.
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Amen.
Terry Crow
I know what you mean by obscene lyrics. When my daughter was growing up, I used to buy books of sheet music for the popular songs. To say I was shocked would be an understatement.
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by!
This may not be good, then again, if they get higher wages and longer hours …..
The industry may ‘smart’ for awhile over this.
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/69016/new-h-2b-worker-rule-impacts-horse-industry
Terry Crow
This is interesting. However, I must take issue with one of the quotes in the article. How will enforcing the “guest worker” provisions have an impact on American jobs?
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by!
Good question – I thought that too. Thanks Terry.
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by!
African-American jockeys through the history of the Sport Of Kings.
http://www.kentucky.com/2011/06/19/1780205/jockey-discovers-history-of-black.html
Terry Crow
Karen-Thanks for the link. Highly entertaining and informative article. The story about what we call lawn groomers was especially interesting. The man that this was written about has a right to be proud of his heritage.
Karen Gogue / Oh B♥by!
Interesting article on jockey silks.
http://blogs.bettor.com/The-History-and-Significance-of-Jockey-Silks-in-Horse-Racing-a21371
Terry Crow
Karen-Another interesting article. I thought that one of the best innovations in years was not about the silks, however. It is the fact that the saddle cloth for each post position has a distinct color which is nor supposed to change from race to race, as silks do. Then I have noted that recently some races are using the same color for each saddle cloth, as the Breeder’s Cup used to do. I hope this practice is discontinued.
Sue Noel/Sun Valley,ID
@-Judy Berube—I hope all of the love coming your way will help make your birthday a special day for you. Isn’t that poem from Trina wonderful?? What a gift she has–it is truly amazing!! Each poem is so personal and they are such treasures to cherish!! Take care of yourself–give Lola Mae a hug from all of us and know that you are held in the hearts of all of your Z Family!!
Heidi K (Vallejo, Ca)
Dearest, Judy Berube… Trina’s poem for you was magnificent, and Trina, I got a tear in my eye too! Just beautiful!!!! I know that you are still grieving but, hopefully, your heart can smile just a little bit today, since, this is Your Day! I wish you all the best!
Terry Crow
Here is a short talking horse joke. A mutual clerk looks up and sees a horse coming his way. Before the clerk can speculate, the horse says “I’d like to be $50.00 on me to win the fifth race.” The clerk, astounded punches the ticket and gives it to the horse. Noting the surprise on the clerk’s face, the horse says “What’s the matter? haven’t you seen a talking horse before?” “it’s not that. it’s just that you don’t have a chance in the fifth race.” You might be a redneck if the county ambulance is a mule drawn buckboard with a spinning lantern. You might be a redneck if you wear a baseball cap to the opera. You might be a redneck if, when you suggest a roll in the hay, you really mean a roll in the hay. You might be a redneck if you have a refrigerator just for beer. You might be a redneck if you’ve ever shot a moose in your house.
Max
Terry. This is my kind of horse. A great joke. Thank you for these laughs.
Terry Crow
Max, sign and Ms. Voltz-Thank you for the kind remarks.
signofthetimes
Love the horse joke, great one; of course great
Redneck jokes
Shari Voltz\Ohio
LOVE LOVE LOVE the jokes today : ) Ha hahahahahahaahahahahah
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Whew! This one is a little easier to follow (and very funny, thanks!).
Sandy
Terry Crow
Sandy-Always glad to hear from you.
Sue
I guess my Dad is a redneck. When I was growing up we had a fridge in the garage just for beer. funny
Terry Crow
Sue-have you considered joining the club? Just let me know where you are from and you might actually be designated the president of the chapter. You would at least be a charter member.
Sue
Hi are you asking me about joining the club? I am from Florida Tampa Bay.
I would love to join. Let me know what I have to do please.
Terry Crow
Sue-You are in. You are hereby designated president of he Florida chapter. Welcome aboard. Life as you knew it is over.
Sue
Well thank you wow president. I am not sure what I am president of but it sounds impressive. Sue President of Florida! You will have to explain the part about life being over? I will look for more to come from you later today. I have to go to work soon. I love driving with all of the good old boys in there pick um up trucks early in the morning. It is a game of dodging those rednecks and making it to work. later
Terry Crow
You are president of the Florida chapter of the redneck club. You are no longer an unknown member who blogs now and then. When people see you in Florida, they will say “That’s Sue. She used to be a normal person.”
Sue Fl CPRC
Thank you Terry
I have officially changed my blog handle. I hope I can live up to the expectations of the title.
You guys are the best.
I am so glad that the bolg is still active.
Terry Crow
Sue-You have definitely taken this in the spirit that it was meant to be. You are the only one who has changed her handle as befits your new rank. Again, welcome aboard!
JAG / L♥VE Auntie Judy / So. CA
BLINGO HEADS LINEUP IN FRIDAY’S LA PUENTE STAKES FOR 3-YEAR-OLDS
ARCADIA, Calif. (April 15, 2012) – Returning to grass footing and dropping in class, Jerry and Ann Moss’s Blingo likely will be a prohibitive favorite among five 3-year-olds in Friday’s $75,000 La Puente Stakes at 1 1/8 miles over Santa Anita’s Camino Real Turf Course.
The gelded son of Artie Schiller won his racing debut by 2 ¼ lengths while going one mile on turf at Hollywood Park last November before finishing sixth in a pair of non-turf stakes, the Grade I CashCall Futurity at Hollywood Park and Santa Anita’s Grade II San Felipe Stakes on March 10.
Hall of Famer Mike Smith, who has been aboard in all three of Blingo’s starts for trainer John Shirreffs, will once again be in the saddle when the $80,000 yearling purchase attempts to boost his earnings of $57,000.
His opposition includes Tiz Point, Diamond A Racing’s homebred son of Tiznow, who pressed the early pace in the San Felipe before fading to eighth in the field of 10. Rafael Bejarano rides the bay colt trained by Richard Mandella. Tiz Point has earned $72,440 from a 2- 1- 1 record in seven starts.
The complete field for the La Puente Stakes, with jockeys and weights in post position order: Buffalo Billy, David Flores, 116; Blingo, Mike Smith, 118; Tiz Point, Rafael Bejarano, 120; Captain Obvious, Mario Gutierrez, 116, and Vibrato Jazz, Joel Rosario, 118.
The La Puente is carded as the seventh race on an eight-race program as Santa Anita presents the last of its “Free Fridays” attractions. In addition to free General Admission, hot dogs, sodas and beers may be purchased for $2 each.
signofthetimes
I just love that name: Blingo !!!
Robin Ventura Ca
Baby Z boy is so CUTE!!! Look at those ears and how long his legs are! He is going to be a big boy.
LOVE YOU FOREVER AND EVER ZENYATTA…XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
LauraJ (Cincinnati, OH)
Zenyatta’s little brother works:
Souper Spectacular (5-Year-Old Horse)
Date: April 14, 2012
Track: PAYSON PARK TRAINING CENTER
Distance: Five Furlongs
Time: 1.02:30 Breezing
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: Dirt
Rank: 4/8
Arlene
Judy Berube: My condolences. May your birthday bring comforting memories and peace. God bless you.
Trina: Wonderful poem for Judy. You always have the perfect words.
LOL, Arlene
DebbieG
Judy Berube – I know how heartbroken you must be, but I hope that knowing how much you are loved here will give you just a little semblance of comfort on your birthday. We all love you and are thinking of you, sweet Judy. Hugs, Debbie
Terry Crow
Amen.
Cheryl
OH MY GOSH!! Can he be any more beautiful???
Thank you so much for the wonderful update and article! I just LOVE seeing Zenny and her baby! She is so wonderful and he is just precious! What a gorgeous foal – just amazing! Thank you Thank you!
Kimberlina
I love this new posting type. Taking the time to give information for all of Zenyatta’s admirers is so kind and generous of all of you. I like this a lot better than the writer pretending to be Zenyatta, is was just a bit weird. This is much better and really delightful photos and information.
Thank You.
Darlene Daniels
Kimberlina,
I’m happy that you like this new format. Personally speaking, I like it because I am still so thankful to have this blog to connect with everyone I feel are my good friends and of course stay connected to Zenyatta and 12Z and Tasty and so many others, BUT, I really miss Dottie as the voice of Zenyatta. I am not neurotic enough to think Zenyatta really sent those posts or even read them, but I felt Dottie did such an amazing job as speaking for Zenyatta, that if Zenyatta could talk or type everything that was posted, it would have been the way Zenny would have said or felt it. I am so thankful for this website and everything Team Z and Lanes End share with us, but I also really miss Dottie. I hope and pray everything is well with her. No offense in any way is intended toward you. Hope you post more often.
Sally B. (cherish Z- Wi.)
Darlene, you took the words right out of my mouth; I miss Dottie-Zenyatta too!! I am happy Lane’s End team Z is willing to keep us informed with news and pictures though, otherwise I’d be devastated!! What is wonderful is so many Z’sters are still here posting. love it hugs, Sally
Terry Crow
Zenyatta didn’t write the posts? Zenyatta didn’t read the posts? This is like finding out there is no Santa Claus. Wait, you mean there is no Santa? All kidding aside, good points are being made by Darlene and Sally. A periodic guest post by Dottie would be most welcome.
Marshall (NC broad)
Terry,
Wonderfully well stated! Yes, Virginia, there IS a Santa Claus! He lives as surely as Zenyatta does and as certainly as Dottie channeled Zenny in her writing! They were/are a good team.
I agree with Darlene and Sally, too.
Keep the horsey jokes sprinkled in with the redneck funnies!
Take care!
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
I agree too. First of all we learned a LOT from Z, and I always felt that Dottie knew her better than about anyone and probably put things EXACTLY like Z would have wanted. I think many of us miss hearing her horsey take on things (note the wild popularity of Terry’s “talking horse” jokes :-).
Trina Nagele in So Cal
I too am immensely grateful that this website continues (thank you, Team Z and Lane’s End!), but still miss the unique “Voice of Zenyatta” (thank you always, Dottie!).
signofthetimes
Dottie had to move on. There is nothing wrong
With her. Zenny’s no longer races, Dottie is the Mosses
Racing manager. I am sure she was on overload most
Of the 14 months of the diary. She is a very very very
Special person, but needed to get back to her job
And Zenny needs to be a broodmare and make as
Many babies as she can so she can contribute to
The genetics of the American TB.
All of the discussion on March 12, with many inappropriate
Comments probably made her realize that that chapter
Had to close. Way way way too much criticism of LE by
People who know nothing about TB breeding.
Now LE is going to educate those who had the
Issues.
Thanks so very much to Dottie for all the endless
Hours she spent on the Diary and keeping Zenny
Alive for all of us. So very glad she can now focus
On the future of racing, new champions and Keeping
The Mosses happy.
Jan S. / Houston
Happy Birthday Judy. Hugs & kisses coming your way. xoxo
Ashton
Judy Berube,
I have thought of you all day today. I hope you were able to find something to smile about today. I pray that you had some peace on this your first birthday without your Russ. I know had tough Easter was for me. Your will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Ashton
I replied to a few people way above. ♥
Terry Crow
Ashton-Your posts are always a special treat.