But not one out of Leslie’s Lady

She was surely a pearl without price.

I hate that they are breeding away from true stayers. 

BloodHorse.com

Aversion to Staying Races Among Commercial Breeding

Stradivarius was among the big names limbering up for Royal Ascot on a sunlit Warren Hill on June 9, and he was no doubt on trainer John Gosden's mind as he spoke about the modern breeder's misgivings over stamina-laden stallions.

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Have seen some of the current photos on Canine Chronicle fb;  always whimsical, esp. those dogs, were they Afghans? who were shopping at a booth and a bit dressed for the occasion.  Handlers and owners have a lot of fun with this, along with the judges, too!  

Also love seeing the images from Morris and Essex with the classic vintage clothes and antique cars in the background.  Some of the people have such flair.

This was a comment on the Woofstock topic and I just saw it end up here.  Oh, well.

Always follow horses with German lines since they are bred for stamina and longevity.  Also grateful to Brad Kelly at Calumet for valuing this type of horse.

As I mentioned today, German stayers.  Loft, German-bred, just won the two mile Belmont Gold Cup  (G-2). I was hoping for Cibolian to win because he is a Temple City  (Dynaformer).  Cibolian did finish 4th, almost 3rd.  Waiting to see how Jackie's Warrior does in next race.

No worries 

That was awesome 

Rich Strike’s dam to be bred to Munnings, she’s 20 now, I hope this is her last foal…..

https://paulickreport.com/news/bloodstock/gold-strike-dam-of-kentucky-derby-winner-rich-strike-bred-to-munnings-for-2023/

Didn’t know she was retired….