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Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End

Happy Thursday!

Today we have a few new photos from Lane’s End. Alys has been spending time with Zenyatta and 12Z, capturing aspects of their daily routines. She sent us these two videos, each featuring a 360 degree view of Lane’s End!

Enjoy!
-Team Z

Video of Zenyatta in her paddock, 360 degree view:

Video of 12Z in the barn, 360 degree view:

Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
12Z in his stall. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
12Z. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
Zenyatta enjoying a sunny day. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End

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    PAYNTER/ZAYAT UPDATE Justin Zayat‏ tweet Fri. Dec. 28 2012
    Disappointed that I had to cancel my trip to California today. Was looking forward to seeing Paynter again.
    Unfortunately A. ZAYAT slipped over an ice patch last night. Got banged up pretty good. Sprained his ankle. He won’t make it to California.
    The rest of the family decided (incomplete sentence)
    The most important thing is that Paynter is scheduled to arrive tomorrow
    at 5:30pm in LAX.
    Bob (Baffert) and his jocks will accept the award for Paynter on behalf of zayat stables

    Justin Zayat “Thank You” tweet
    thank you very much once again for his loyal and huge fan base.
    And for making Paynter the people choice

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      Keta. Sorry to hear this news, not fun to have a sprained ankle. Get well, Mr. Zayat. Looking forward to more news and photos of Paynter. PUP.

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      So sorry about Mr. Zayat’s fall and that he and his family will miss meeting Paynter when he arrives here in California. Power up Mr. Zayat! Power up Paynter, the people’s horse!

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      Please get well soon Mr Zayat. Many well wished sent your way. Hope to get to see the presentation on TV Saturday.

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    Farriery: In my wanderings, I stumbled across a bunch of little videos on farriery, showing how a farrier does what he does on horses hooves, with a hoof stand. It’s educational, just how much is involved. There is even a demo of the dental version. The video links are all in a column on the left side of this link: http://www.hoofjack.com/v/vspfiles/home.asp

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      Vicki B. near Hollywood park,

      Thanks for the post. I know a farrier that does
      handcrafted metal work in between his work
      on horses and sells at craft shows around the area.
      It is very hard work taking care of horses and I
      appreciate all those dedicated folks.

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      Dear Vicki B,

      Great videos, especially for those who might not have the experience to see
      these things in person and what goes on. Anything on how colic is treated, non
      surgical? Those tubes are very very very long !!!

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      Dear Vicki B.:

      Wow, there is a lot to caring for horses. Learning more every day. Thank you for this informative link. Hugs, JB

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    @Barbara Wood: Football…..Baylor over UCLA. Not even close. My nephew and his wife were in the stadium. They sent everyone in the family a great photo of the two of them smiling ear to ear…score board in the background.

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      TC,TC…come in good buddy…….

      Lisa, I am sure, TC will be along shortly to explain the day, w/ the utmost respect the day deserves! Hang in there,Lisa!
      Over and out good buddy…..

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    Wanted to give a huge Shoutout to Stonewall Farm Florida. First, So glad to hear that Ledroidesanimaux will be there again for the 2013 breeding season. I very much hope to go visit you in 2013.
    The huge shoutout, I just read the Stonewall Farm Ocala will donate 2% of the 2013 Stud fees to the Florida Thoroughbred Retirment Farm. This is such nice wonderful news.

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    Ray Paulick‏ tweet on Fri. Dec. 28 2012
    CALVIN BOREL reaches 4,999 wins today at @fairgrounds nola
    but says no more mounts likely B4 Jan. 11 @Oaklawn Racing opening.
    #GoneFishin

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    Clevadude on target for Magic Millions Classic 2013
    Posted by: AAP Filled in: Australian Horse Racing | 29/12/2012 at 2:30pm
    Clevadude sent out a warning to his rivals in next month’s Magic Millions Classic when he strolled home at Moonee Valley to keep an unbeaten record on Saturday.
    Making it two wins from as many starts, the two-year-old led from the start in the Sportingbet Plate (1000m) and was never threatened
    Jockey Craig Newitt eased the $1.55 favourite home by 4-1/2 lengths from The Yowie ($3.80) with Gold Hoffa ($17) third in a four-horse race.
    In revised Classic markets after two-year-old races in Sydney and Melbourne on Saturday, Clevadude shared favouritism for the January 12 Gold Coast race with the filly Assail at $3.80.
    When prompted, veteran trainer Rick Hore-Lacy said Clevadude had already shown he had the potential to rank with his former stars, Blue Diamond winner Redoute’s Choice and Golden Slipper hero Canny Lad.
    “He could be up there with them,” Hore-Lacy said. “He’s got to win a Blue Diamond or a Golden Slipper before you can make that remark – but he just makes them look sick, doesn’t he.”
    Frustratingly, Hore-Lacy had to geld Clevadude.
    “He struck out one day and nearly got me and he reared up going on the walker and took a big chip off his shin,” he said.
    “When he did that I just thought he’d gone to the point of no return, he was just too big, too bully, too heavy and too colty.
    “I was crying too, because I thought he would be a good horse.”
    A $225,000 purchase at the Magic Millions second sale, Hore-Lacy said he was confident of Clevadude measuring up in the Magic Millions.
    “There’ll be plenty of opposition but this bloke will take some beating, particularly if he’s lucky enough to draw a gate,” he said.
    Newitt said Clevadude would not have such an easy run in the Magic Millions, but was quick to emphasise his untapped power.
    “He’s got a huge cruising speed and the whole way he was just chopping and changing waiting for something to race him,” Newitt said.
    “I just let him keep rolling because up there the pressure’s going to be on the whole way.
    “But he went to the line with a fair bit in reserve because I’m sure once he’s challenged he’s got plenty more to give.”
    Read more: http://www.justhorseracing.com.au/news/australian-racing/clevadude-on-target-for-magic-millions/181288 #ixzz2GPZewZ

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      JudyB. Thanks for this. I noticed that Northern Dancer is in 12Z’s pedigree from Cara Rafaela, Bernie’s mother. Nearctic, Northern Dancer’s sire, appears twice. He’s the foal who was bred in England and later born in Canada after his mother, Lady Angela, crossed the Atlantic to travel to her new home.
      It was also interesting to read in the article that Lisa Danielle might be broodmare of the year. She certainly deserves the title. I also liked the references to AP and Big D.

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        Dear Max:

        I noted that too. The Prince has royal genes on both sides. What a potential for greatness. Wishing you a very Happy, Blessed New Year. Love and Hugs, JB

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        Dear Ann NC:

        Your so welcome. Norther Dancer was a very special boy. Love him too. Happy, Blessed New Year to you. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Keta: Bensley will be sacking his trainer – Hoss Amor started as favourite, dropped to second last and stayed there for most of the race, finally running home at fifth. Oh well, there’s always next time. Incidentally, Rick Hore-Lacy is known as a great pick of a stallion – he trained (and was part owner) of Redoute’s Choice, and was also involved with Canny Lad. So no wonder he’s cranky at having to geld Clevadude. Rick has a habit of going to the sales with not enough cash to purchase a horse, so is very good at begging from relatives, etc. He raced a lovely colt called Toorak Toff, who was a roarer, had surgery, but never really came back, so is now at stud. Cheers. KathyR.

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      Kathy R
      I love your sharing your insider info from Down Under.
      You explained Rick’s comment–now it make sense.
      So Hoss will not be happy with horse Hoss; performance.
      Guess he doesn’t like the fact that it does take time for some to develop.
      Happy New Year!
      Hugs, Keta

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        Dear Keta: Maybe Bensley shouldn’t take a holiday when he has a horse running: word is that you don’t bet on a Waterhouse runner when Gai is off in the States skiing! Wishing you a Wonderful New Year, and thanks so much for all your information over the (nearly) past year. Hugs, KathyR.

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    Thank you all so much for your kind words and well wishes when I posted about my husband. He moved to the rehabilitation hospital on Thursday and will be doing more therapies to get his strength back. I’m sure all your prayers and good wishes have helped and I sincerely appreciate it. Sounds like Barbara and Carol have experience dealing with husbands with illnesses like this. Guys can be so stubborn in admitting they need the help sometimes, but I think my husband learned with this episode of COPD that he needs to get the help sooner. Any way, before I ramble on and on again, thank you all so much for your kindnesses.

    Power Up Paynter! So sorry to hear about Mr. Zayat on the ice and having to miss Paynter’s getting back to training. Was excited to see a notice that Dime Piece won the race yesterday, but naturally I am way behind on all my horse stuff – Zenyatta’s site is the only one I’m taking the time to check into because I know it will always uplift my spirits.

    You are all dear. Thank you.

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      Dear Celeste,
      So very glad to hear your husband is progressing and has moved into rehabilitation.
      You are absolutely right on about men and stubborness, it is very hard to find one
      that is not and is compliant. So KUDO’s to you for getting him to the hospital,
      attending to him with your family and getting him through the crisis. It is sooo
      hard for the folks with respiratory problems to not have difficulty in the winter.
      Met a lung transplant patient yesterday, who had a horrible fungal infection, waited
      3 weeks (while she was helping her brother with his dying wife) and became very ill and went to the hospital. The outcome was very good, she looks great and did learn
      to got to the doctor sooner.

      HAVE A GREAT DAY WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, HUGS TO YOUR HUBBY.

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    I was one of WEEKEND SURPRISE’S exercise riders when she was in training, she is ZENYATTA’S new baby’s great grandma, I have a photo of me on her on my Facebook account, I think that is very cool…

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        Dear Ann: Think I might hop on a plane and come watch (either) the pickle or the flea drop. Reckon it would be a lot more interesting that the usual fireworks displays. All the best for the New Year – and greetings to Moose and Goose!

        • You hop on that plane and we will manage to see one of em!
          Will give the beauties a big smooch from us!
          Happy,Happy!

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    Dear Z Fans:

    Eblouissante had another workout on 12/29/12 at Hollywood.

    12/29/2012 All Weather Track 4F 53.40 Handily 71/71

    Looks like JS just wants to get her back in the groove. Looking forward to her next race. Hugs, JB

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      Hi Judy, so thankful I had a few minutes before my split pea soup is done to read about Eblousissante. We know John, he wants the best for his horses. Wishing the best for EB. Happy New Year!!! I want the best for EB.

      hugs, Sally B

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        Dear Sally B.:

        Yum, love pea soup. Yes, JS will give her all the time she needs. Wishing you a Blessed New Year. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Keta:

      Thanks for this great photo of Paynter. Hope he is feeling as wonderful as he looks. Hugs, JB

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      OK, now I am really crying tears of joy.
      They should change his name to, Mr. Magnificent.
      Thank you New York,New Bolton and finally Fair Hill for the wonderful care you poured into Big Guy,Paynter!

      I hope his care givers at Fair Hill are OK today. I bet they cried a few tears, after seeing him load into his trailer. It will take awhile, for the lump, in the throat to leave and then let the heart take over.

      Methinks we have seen a miracle.

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    Horse Racing News‏@NewsHorseRacing tweet
    Coil to Start in San Pasqual Before Retiring:
    Millionaire Coil turned in a bullet move at Santa Anita

    Coil to Start in San Pasqual Before Retiring
    By Claire Novak The Blood-Horse Updated: Saturday, December 29, 2012 4:17 PM
    Millionaire Coil turned in a bullet move at Santa Anita Park Dec. 29, and will make the final start of his career in the $150,000 San Pasqual Stakes (gr. II) Jan. 5,
    Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert confirmed.
    The 4-year-old son of Point Given went five furlongs in a handy :58 2/5 while prepping for the 1 1/16-mile San Pasqual. The work was ranked first of 102 at the distance on the day.
    Stud plans were announced Dec. 28 for the multiple grade I winner,
    who took the 2011 Haskell Invitational (gr. I) and Oct. 6 Santa Anita Sprint Championship Stakes (gr. I). He will stand the 2013 season at Magali Farms near Santa Ynez, Calif., for a fee of $5,000.
    Read more on BloodHorse.com: http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/75265/coil-to-start-in-san-pasqual-before-retiring#ixzz2GTurHqH5

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    MENTOR CANE TWEETS
    Steve Andersen‏ DRF In the 1st, Mentor Cane (even-money favorite) set a fast pace and finished 3rd. He came through the gate before the start

    A.P. Indy‏ tweet The mercurial Mentor Cane is still goin through his terrible twos.
    His behavior was russdiculous

    Larry Zap‏ tweet The clockers really loved Mentor Cane because Of his speed
    …he doesn’t have build or mentality to route…really lost it at the gate.

    Donald Harris‏@ClockerDH tweet
    @larryzapeye I liked him b/c of his athleticism. Never got rank in team drills.
    Never acted like a runoff speed type. Majorly disappointed

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    REQUIEM IN PACE
    Tom Hall‏ tweet LORD AVIE
    RIP Lord Avie (Lord Gaylord-Avie x Gallant Man) at age 34. Champion 2yo male of 1980
    Ray Paulick‏ tweet
    RIP Lord Avie, who was oldest living Eclipse Award winner.
    Barbara Livingston’s tribute to him earlier this year.
    http://www.drf.com/news/lifelong-bond-forgotten-champion

    Harris D. Auerbach‏ tweet on NANA BEACH
    Horse racing is the highest of highs and the lowest of lows.
    Nanners was a sweet honest mare that gave us her best. Make she RIP. #sadday
    Steve Andersen‏ DRF tweet
    NANA BEACH, who broke down in early stretch of Saturday’s 4th, was euthanized,
    according to track stewards

    Melissa Bauer-Herzog‏ tweet TU ENDIE WEI
    Just heard that Tu Endie Wei, Champ 2yo filly in Canada last year, has died.
    According to the Jockey Club, she has a death report pending.

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    Hi all, there is a story I feel I need to share with you. You know I have been volunteering for Cedar Valley Horse Sanctuary, a division of Cedar Community taking care of just four older very fine horses that otherwise would have had their demise.
    A women named Susan Kolb, a pastor for the Cedar Community was instrumental in the start of her dream and love of the horse. I came aboard in late June and at one of the meetings soon learned from a head person, that Susan Kolb had ovarian cancer. It was not diagnosed, though they had looked for the cancer, and she battled for a year of treatments. I met her several times earlier, she had hugged me as a new volunteer, and was such a gracious wonderful person. When I learned she was now in hospice, I sent her an email telling her how warm hearted she has been and that I would promise to help care for the horses she loved. I will keep my promise. I just learned that Susan Kolb has passed, on her way to whom she has served in devotion and love. I am very saddened by this. She was only in her later 40’s early 50’s I think and had such a heart of gold.

    I am glad you are here, even though many times I am not, but in my heart I am. God bless you all and I wish you a healthy, blessed Happy New Year. hugs, Sally

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      Dear Sally B.:

      So sorry to hear of the passing of your friend Susan Kolb. May she rest in peace surrounded by all the beautiful horses in heaven. Hugs, JB

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        Dear Sally B: Sorry to hear of the passing of your friend Susan – unfortunately we seem to have lost a lot of horses over the Bridge this year, and I guess they need someone to care for them, so Susan was selected by the Good Lord. I’m sure she’ll keep an eye out for my beloved dog, Reynolds too. Hugs, KathyR.

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      Sally B
      I am so sorry for your loss.
      It is especially difficult with someone so young.
      There were so many horse deaths today-maybe an extra set of loving hands
      was needed to help them at the end of the Rainbow Bridge.
      May 2013 bring you all the best!
      Hugs, Keta

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      I am sorry about your friend,Sally.
      RIP, Susan Kolb.

      I am sure she went in peace,knowing her work was left in great hands,Sally B. Bless you.

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    A.ZAYAT‏ tweet on PAYNTER Sat. Dec. 29 in evening
    Poweruppaynter poweruppaynter.
    Home sweet home. ! Safe and sound now.
    I can cry and smile at the same time @JustinZayat

    Zoe Cadman‏ tweet with PHOTO
    Vox Populi winner Paynter arriving HOME at the Bob Baffert barn this evening!!
    http://instagram.com/p/T2Nr5UqTJU/

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