A Horse of the Same Color

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Bellwether — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:32:36 GMT

BELLWETHER SAID ALL NEED TO NO HOW TO LOOK @ UPPER LIP>>>PUT THAT ON THE NEWS TOO>>>WORDS WITHOUT LIPS SEEM USELESS SOMETIMES(to many times)...EXPOSE & PROMOTE PLEASE!!!Long Live LIFE!!!

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jmewill — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:00:11 GMT

Well,I am happy to hear there are some responsible owners out there!And Kudos to the girl who saved John's Rush from slaughter,BUT What is wrong with this story???

IT IS BEING TOLD ON A BLOG SITE, IT SHOULD BE A STORY FOR THE LAST TEN MINUTES OF WORLD NEWS TONIGHT, PEOPLE ALL OVER NEED TO HAVE THIS STORY THROWN IN THEIR FACES! It is always the bad things that get sprayed all over the news, no body will likely hear much about this one.

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Majella from Ireland — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:56:48 GMT

A lovely story I wish more owners etc were the same.

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Blue Blue Sea — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:40:51 GMT

Good story, but it points out that those who "save" horses need to be careful and educated. I've taken two off trackers myself and worked with many. Casting accusations when you aren't 100% certain of the horse and his or her connections, can do damage for all involved with the rescue of horses.

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Rhonda Cozart — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:18:43 GMT

Dallas Keen and company is first class!!! I have seen how he treats his horses personally living on the backside at Lone Star Park. My hats off to the gal that rescued the grey,too many are still going to the sales for slaughter.

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Nicole — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:16:03 GMT

What a lovely piece- as well as a reminder to all of us that it's a good idea to double check the facts before sending out angry emails! Made for a great story though, and it's nice to read of a happy ending for two horses, not just one. Yay for Bob and Pat and Dallas and Donna and Johns Rush's new owner.

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Terre — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:15:57 GMT

I picked up a horse out of a sale a few years back. He, was painfully thin as well and was actually orange in color from being left in the sun. All I saw when he entered the sales ring was that big long body and I was in love. Upon receiving Jockey Club papers, I have a grandson of Alydar now and a grandson of Woodman too. They dine well while I eat bologna, but that's ok. When the farrier first seen my Alydar grandson, he asked "why in God's name would you get this horse." A year later, he commented that this was the best looking TB he'd seen in a while. He was amazed at the progress in this horse. I now have two very large "puppy dogs" and wouldn't change it for the world. Yes, there needs to be more people out there like those mentioned in this story. Makes a heart warm and fuzzy to hear these stories.

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darlene — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:46:44 GMT

Thanks so much for being responsible owners of these wonderful throughbreds it is my hope that someday they will all be loved and taken care of regardless of their value on the track Way to go to the lady that rescued one God bless you all

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goodwin — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:25:36 GMT

Well, good for the good intended young lady, and good for the Keens to be actively helping return good retirements to the animals who provide them a living.I wish ALL trainers would do the same...

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Bellwether — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:16:33 GMT

sounds like "Won Oh! Won"(tm) to me...Reitroduction + Education = EXPOSURE...all Amercians should know to check out that upper lip!!!GREAT STORY ty & Long Live The King!!!

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Dona — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 03:41:11 GMT

This is exactly the kind of story we need to hear about as Thanksgiving draws near. We should all be very thankful for owners like the Sheetzes. Maybe someday this kind of story will not raise an eyebrow but today it sends shivers. The story could have been a very sad one. Blessings on the Sheetzes and all who care for these wonderful animals.

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newsline2 — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 02:24:55 GMT

Johns Rush, sired by Not for Love out of McMoment by Timeless Moment.

From the Thoroughbred pedigree website, www.pedigreequery.com/johns+rush

"Owner: Faith R. Taylor

Breeder: John Franzone, Jr., Racing, Inc. State Bred: MD

Winnings: 49 Starts: 5 - 17 - 9, $159,710

At 6: 3rd, Murmur Farm Starter H. (Pim,8.5f).

Foaled April 2000

updated Dec'07. Saved from slaughter."

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Patty — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 01:29:19 GMT

That is a great story about several people that cared enough to find out the truth. My hat goes off to the owners of Kinoko Man and this lady that took the other horse in. Thanks for sharing this story