How horrible
Now that we own a thoroughbred ex race horse, I was horrified to hear that yesterday during the running of the Kentucky Derby Eight Belles had to be destroyed after thundering to second place because she shattered both of her front ankles. My heart is broken. Then, today, I was watching an equestrian event and they announced that the day before during competition two horses had to be destroyed due to injuries suffered on the course. Many riders sustained serious injuries as well. It's a bit of the feeling when I watch a movie where the main animal character dies. I can't stand it. Too much Ol' Yeller.