Retired Racehorse Spotlight: Icy Edge

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Stephanie — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 17:51:10 GMT

My heart is warmed by all your comments and I look forward to seeing Icy on my next trip back to Virginia to visit. I'll give him a snuggle for you, surely. :)

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Tom & Judy — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:50:59 GMT

What a great story!!

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Easy Goer — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 15:47:05 GMT

Thank you for sharing Icy's story! He sounds like he found his true calling! A heart-warming story!

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JM — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 00:16:58 GMT

Thanks for this beautiful article on Icy Edge. Certainly he deserves

a note on The Color Corner recollection of "Greats". Thanks to both for your vision.

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Seabiscuit — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 23:12:36 GMT

Thank you for this uplifting story!

Ice Edge is very handsome and he sounds like a character:) Wishing him and you both all the best!

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Paulette — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 21:44:44 GMT

This is a great story & a cool horse, I love horses with a personality like that. All my life I have wanted a horse & tho I came close a few times it never happened. I love being around them--I come alive! Thanks for sharing,you are so lucky to have him & to be raised around horses.

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Casey Loves Her OTTBs — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 20:20:54 GMT

I own 2 OTTBs, one is now turning 9 in May, he had raced 73 times in his racing career, with only 2 wins. How did he end up with us? He was at an old barn we boarded at. He could have been thrown away. The Move Man was his name. He is one of those once-in-a-lifetime horses, you can do anything with him, though his hip has a problem from racing twice a month.

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Newfie Mom — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:08:01 GMT

I have had the privilege of knowing Sarah and Stephanie, and Icy Edge. I remember going to a cross country event once, and Sarah was concerned that Icy (in his advanced age) had actually finished the course too fast! He was off and zipping through the course like it was what he was born to do. So impressive. I can tell you that Icy is a very much loved member of their family. He's also a big silly baby, if he thinks you might have something good in your pocket.

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Jumper — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:19:38 GMT

Just FYI, lots of horses that are productive racehorses and have run a lot stay sound and can be great showhorses.

I have a great jumper who had 65 starts, competed as a higher-level jumper at the best shows until he was 17 (only because he didn't owe anybody anything and didn't need to go "down the levels") and is now a still-sound 27 year old pasture boss.

In general, believe the breed is not as sound as it used to be. However, I have a sound 56-starts one in training now. They are out there. Look for them. Buy them, adopt them or claim them if you want to, they WILL reward you.

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The Beav — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:36:07 GMT

That was a lovely story. What a good memory. I'm glad you girls were able to enjoy him for so long.

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goodwin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:27:49 GMT

Exactly! What do you do with the ones who are too broken down to event? I trail ride a retiree with a broken hock. Give the unsound a home, as well!

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Cris — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:37:27 GMT

When owners are willing to stop a horse that shows nothing at the track and give it a new skill set to work with great things can happen. A good show horse is worth more money than a broken down 5000 claimer.

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Suasn — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:31:04 GMT

What wonderful memories you will be able to cherish with Icy! Thanks for sharing. He's beautiful.

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jen — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:29:54 GMT

this is a great blog. Keep it up. who is the author?

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Barb — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:27:00 GMT

Thanks for a great article. I have never owed a horse (dogs, cats & llamas) yet I always enjoy a story about how a horse can bring such joy to their owners. When they are happy they make you happy. I'm glad that Icy found her niche and everyone enjoyed her journey!

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txhorsefan — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:52:44 GMT

Thank you, Esther, for presenting us the wonderful story of Icy Edge and his life after racing. It is just beautiful that these sisters found him and shared a lifetime of fun with him in his new career. Thank you!

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Jackie — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:36:12 GMT

Thanks for such a heart warming story Esther......I loved it!!

Sarah & Stephanie - Thanks for giving Icy such a great life, he truly is special. I was smiling through the whole story but ended up laughing out loud at the end when I pictured Icy nodding, shaking his head no, stomping, and bowing!! Way too precious!! Yes, they all have their own special personalities and so much to offer.

Take care and kiss Icy for me!!

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babette jenny — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:24:21 GMT

What a great interview. I remember seeing Icy and loving him!

The Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred has "Pensioners on Parade" article in each issue. These are also heart-warming.

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Carolyn in ND — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:52:27 GMT

Sweet story!! I hope it will inspire others to find a use for an OTTB.

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tbpartnerperson43 — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:22:18 GMT

I enjoyed that so much that I'm now late for feeding. Please write more. I trailer to a farm in MD that retrains rescues. The farm is full of rescued TB's who show, hunt, event, and work as school horses. It looks like they will all have forever homes. For sure, my OTB will be here forever.

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Rachel — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 09:32:12 GMT

Wonderful he got to live his potential with 2 intelligent owners!

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Sue — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 06:47:10 GMT

Great story. You and Icy were just meant to be together!

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Carrie — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 04:16:26 GMT

Aw, yay!! Icy, Sarah, and Stephanie are all very near and dear to my heart, very glad to see this article on them! I too have known Icy for several years and can attest that he is indeed a clown and was a very talented show horse in his prime. He is the only horse I've ever known that got excited at the prospect of putting a bridle on, he just loved to go for rides! This just goes to show that there is life after the race track for these horses, and Icy was blessed to find the best of homes with Sarah and Stephanie! :)

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Pat — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 03:24:32 GMT

Another great story, Esther. The photo of Icy in the fall reminds me of a pic that I have of my old fellow, Daal Shetan, so many years ago. I hope that Sarah and Stephanie enjoy Icy for many more years. TBs rock!

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Smarie — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 03:09:22 GMT

What a heartwarming story! All horses deserve a chance to live their lives out in peace. Overbreeding is rampant in the horse industry, and the horses are the ones paying the price for it. We have to be responsible for any lives we bring into the world. God bless you Sarah and Stephanie and God bless Icy Edge and all horses.