excellant pic as the 6 blows by the 3 but did anyone finish 3rd or was this a refund .... I'm waiting for the results on the inquiry...........pleeze hold all tickets... you don't want some lozer picking up a discarded winning ticket.... this is horse racing as it actually happens...great vid I hope I see the official results within 10:10
I dont understand how hard it is to realize that if it wasn't for horse racing the horses wouldnt even be here. No one would own them or even bred them. So by doing away with racing horses the breeds would be no longer. They are bred to race.
more nonrace horses go lame in thier own fields each year (ratio wise) than on the track. Uneven ground, picking a toe or just lack of exercise are reasons why. These things are looked after pretty much like kings.
This race was as bad as it was because of typical single file "racing" at woodbine & mohawk, if a few had pulled out like they do at other tracks not all would have been wiped out. theres a lesson for ya fellas, Try racing next time.
i love how they say "the track isnt conducive to closers". Its not the track, its you dont have a chance when you run single file till a halfway down the back stretch.....
u must know harness racing, because thats garbage in toronto, single file,no lead changes and the most hilareous thing is when somebody finally pulls out then THEY ALL PULL OUT jaming the field back---also it is a racing violation when someone pulls out and just hangs there--doesnt go forward.
We're animals too you know. Someone could die anytime during a hockey or football game or even just driving to work. Does that mean we should ban these things? No. Stop focusing on a rare occurrence in harness racing and look at the sport as a whole. Just think about it, If your income depends on your horses, you're going to treat them well. Why would I deliberately injure and mistreat my horse or a horse I'm taking care of when they decide if I get to eat this week? Think rationally about it.
Ohh sweatheart, clearlyyy i am missing out not being able to do the things you can do. Oh what i would give to live your life. Dont flatter yourself idiot.
This is my last post because replying to an idiot is very exhausting, and honestly i have better ish to do, so if you actually reply to this, quite frankly you need a life!
wolfy u need to get a damn life LOSER hhahahahaha oh crist u have the time to actually "research" this and post DAY and NIGHT. I bet ALL racehorses have a better life and are loved more than you do now. Hence that is why you are negative. Dude go get laid! quick now!
Actually race horse get GREAT Retirements! They are often adopted as ridding or companion horses and others are bred an live on sophisticated farms where they eat better than most people and are loved and well treated! You clearly are not involved in the horse industry because if you were then you would see this first hand. Please inform yourself before you make comments.
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In this day and age, it is unconscionable to exploit animals so humans can gamble, particularly when such serious violations of basic welfare are an inherent part of the industry.
If you would inform yourself than you would not make these type of comments since you would see that you are mistaken. This was an unfortunate and uncommon accident. you should know that none of these horse were seriously injured and are all expected to make full and fast recoveries. As for the drives who are still recovering, I wish them speedy recoveries. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
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Horses are sentient creatures, not inanimate, disposable objects. There is nothing romantic or glamorous about racing, despite the industrys media promotions, and there are many ways to gamble besides racing horses. The horse-racing industry is built on the severe exploitation of horses for the sake of entertainment and gambling. It is cruel to horses, bad for people, and has no place in an enlightened society.
i don't know where you are getting your information but the horse racing industry isn't built on exploitation or cruelty towards the animal. you really need to readjust your thought process and not believe everything you read on the internet. horses are definately not exploited or treated unfairly, so maybe you should actually go out and retrieve your own information, not believe what other people are feeding into your brain.
and i don't know what type of enlightened society you are trying to build because it seems as though you are trying to spread negative propaganda about something you clearly know nothing about. so go enlighten yourself before condemning the lives of thousands of people.
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In the U.S., around 5,000 horses leave racing every year, the same number who enter it. Very few enjoy a decent retirement. Some are shot within weeks of their money-earning days coming to an end. A small number become breeders. Many are slaughtered, their bodies sold to countries like France, where people eat horse meat, or they end up as pet food. Others are exported, or sold from owner to owner into increasingly abusive and neglectful situations.
And no, they do not overrun the horses fools. They are given breaks and are only put to run if they are fit to. Horses cost a fortune. So why on earth would the owners want to hurt them? IDIOTS.
You people are idiots! Race horses cannot live a better life! Seriously, they are constantly pampered. They are treated even better than humans are. So get your information right! I work at the racetrack, and have personally witnessed the paddicks which they live in, and the constant care and love they are given. Accidents like the one at Woodbine are very RARE.
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Although there are currently no equine slaughterhouses in the U.S., there is still a multimillion-dollar horsemeat export industry that sends tens of thousands of horses every year to Canada, Mexico, and Japan for slaughter.(28,29) One Colorado State University study found that of 1,348 horses sent to slaughter, 58 were known to be former racehorses.(30)
Approximately 18,000 foals are born into the closely-related British and Irish racing industries each year, yet only around 40% go on to become racers. Those horses who do not make the grade may be slaughtered for meat or repeatedly change hands in a downward spiral of neglect. Of those horses who do go on to race, around 400 are raced to death every year.
I am a standardbred owner, breeder and trainer and have an absolute LOVE for these animals. I think that all you ignorant ppl commenting on here about how neglected and abused these animals are have absolutely NO idea what goes into there daily care! These horses are pampered beyond belief ... and love very second of racing! So if you have never lived the life then PLEASE don't talk negatively about the sport!!!
You don't have to spend even a second in the 'business' to realize that if an animals life is put in danger to the point where it could die at any moment during a race that it is wrong and it is not fair to the animal's well being
Seriously, think about what you are saying. 1 minute the animal is enjoying it's right to breath air, eat food and be happy and the next minute it dies during a race. YOU took this away from him for entertainment! How again is this a good thing for the horse?
Not surprisingly, noone here can justify risking a horses life for the sake of entertainment
We all know why the owners do it...MONEY
The only mammal in this situation losing out is the one without the choice
Go watch some videos where horses are trampled to death during races....What part of the 'business' don't I get to help me understand why those horses had to die?
Who are you to talk Wolfy when all you can do is try and inflict more pain onto the people that are involved in this accident. PETA should be locking assholes like you up and then euthanisizing you because theres no where and no one that should have to put up with your ignorant ass....hopefully not pain free!
Alright Wolfy so say we didnt race horeses what the fuck would we have them for? not saying that there only job in life is to race but what about omish they drive horses for a vehicle and thats wrong... what do u think we drove before cars? fuck man you might aswell go chain your self to a barn door and not let anyone in because there gunna hurt the animal. and as for the comment you made about my story being pathetic, my stories life my dad didnt complain like some bitch unlike you!
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Your attitude is what is wrong with the way far to many people view themselves with respect to animals
What would we have them for?
Horses have been a round long before man started using them for their needs
Why does a horse have to exist for man only? Think about what you're saying here
Some of the smartest and most influential people the world has ever known have predicted that animal abuse, animal slaughter and uses of animals for their entertainment like this will end one day
As for the drivers, these guys grow up loving horses and have always been around them. Nothing makes them happier to be on the track racing the horses they love. So to say that the drivers got what they deserved?You need to get your shit straight dude. Both are right where they want to be. Leave something you know nothing of alone. Dont be on here talking shit about people who are injured seriously right now by a freak accident for doing what they love. FUCKIN TOOL!!!
hughsey, no one is saying they deserved it you tool.
People have been saying this should be expected. This happened many times before, and will happen many times again. If it was such a shock to them, they would never get back in the bike.
@brothaman007 Read the comments douche. People are saying they got what they deserved- word for word. Now I didnt say it was you so dont get your panties in a bunch there doll face!! Go back and read the comments dude!!!
To all the retards on here that know nothing about the sport and are preaching PETA nonsense and that these drivers got what they deserved.......Know this. A horse couldnt be any happier running around the track. Owners of most harness racing horses treat their horses like GOLD. My uncle Gary treats his horses like one of his children. Spending all the time in the world with them. These horses live for the track and have great lives.
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They live for the track all right....They also die for the track.
WAKE THE FUCK UP!!!!
If the horse wasn't forced to race he wouldn't be killed when he gets trampled on or when he breaks his leg and is no useless to his owner
YOU ARE INSANE if you think that this is right
Hopefully a few more jockey's get killed sometime real soon...Perhaps then people will realize that this is a dangerous sport for both humans and animals involved and it should be stopped
Why not shut the fuck up you ignorant prick, people drive cars they die, people drive atvs they die. Fuck this is a sport get that thru ur fucking head. Its people like you that need to wake up. Heres a thought, why not go make love to ur fucking tree at home while u wear ur peta shirt ur ignorant fuck
wolfy- seriously, you need to learn more about the sport you are bashing. they are not jockeys, they are harness drivers and if you are saying that people need to be killed then you truly must be a cold person. horses love racing, plain and simple. so if you have nothing good to say than don't say anything at all. i had a retired race horse, each and every day i would lead him out to the field and he would turn to go towards the track because he wanted to be out there, not standing in the field
Yea kill them. PETA loves animals but instead of taking care of them themselves lets just put them down. Good idea. Why pay money to save them and give them a good life ourselves when its 10 maybe 20 bucks for euthanasia. Maybe we should do this with children who cant get adopted after a certain time too right. You would probably be all for that because it dont sound like you are here for the human race.
wow, i know robert sheppard who was involved in that accident and i care about him. Why not say to save all of them. If that was your dad or brother in that sulky would you still be saying that???
People please don't get into an argument with these animal rights hypocrites. They talk about saving animals and setting them free and blah blah blah. But if you do some research on groups like PETA for instance they kill more animals then anyone. From 1998 to 2007 PETA received 22,896 dogs, cats and other companion animals. They KILLED 19,215 of them that is 83.6% of the animals taken in that time frame they killed. Yet we in the horse racing business are the cruel ones. Give me a break!
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You are missing the overall picture here aren't you?
PETA's message is to treat animals in a humane way.
They euthanize animals because there is simply no where else for them to go. This is PAIN free and the animal DOES NOT suffer
They try to find loving homes for them first and if they can't do this then they have to euthanize them
Would you not agree that it's better for the animal to be put to sleep forever in a kind way then go on suffering from starvation, abuse, neglect etc?
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Think about what you are saying before you type. You are rambling on with some statistics and you only know half the story. You reek of ignorance
PETA's main message is to neuter/spay pets so that they don't have to be put to sleep in the first place. This is such an easy thing to comprehend yet you don't get it
What a brilliant idea...The best way to prevent a animals life of suffering and pain is to not have that animal conceieved in the first place
To wolfy2424 You are the dumbest most ignorante fuck i know what do u do for a livin that gives you the write to cristize another mans job my father was a horse trainer for 36 years till he was killed due to a horese accident and horse racing put a roof over my head and food on the table you are so heartless to not feel sorry for some1 injured that badly or injured at all but i hope what ever you do for a livin can justify your comments because in my books you would have ta be a super hero!
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You don't get any sympathy from me
Frankly, your story is pathetic. Your father made a living off taking away a horses freedom and making it race without giving the animal a choice and risking it's life
This is called Kharma champ
Hopefully a few more jockey's die and perhaps then people will wake up and realize that doing this to any animal is wrong
Try and think about what it would be like if we were in the horses position.....It just doesn't make sense does it now?
like i previously said, i had a retired racehorse. each and every day i would lead him out to the field and each day he would turn and start walking towards the track. obviously he made the choice where he wanted to be, so until you have worked with one of these animals, don't judge those associated.
Personally, I hate people who don't care about the human race. Animals of the same breed stick together, so I guess you are not as noble as the animals you try and "protect". My dad is the main driver trampled in this video, and to think that some sick person could wish that on him, and our family is disgusting! I could call names and say horrible things about these "people", but I've been taught better. Happy to report my dad is recovering, and I hope you can learn to be a decent human being.
I don't feel the need to prove myself to you, mario (my dad), is a tough old guy, and less effected by this than me. He doesn't care what anyone thinks of the sport he loves, and he knows I'm in his corner! ;)
my parents are divorced, I'm his oldest daughter. but its cool if don't believe me. :) oh, and I do realize that these kinds of things happen in this sport, but it still sucks when it happens.
Johnly- No need to give Bella a geography lesson. She knows where Canada is. But here's some math for you: Mario spent most of the 80's racing in the US, Bella's profile says she's 22. hmmmm
While i appreciate that your dad is hurt, and i feel sorry that he will have to recover from this without persuing the sport that he loves, injuries are part of ALL sports. This is just another one.
If you are so concerned about this happening to your dad, then talk to him about quitting, if not... this is going to happen, and you ahve to accept it.
to those people bashing harness racing itself horses actually love racing. they are bred for it, nothing makes them happier than being on the track so don't bash something you know nothing about. for anyone that cares, all of the horses are perfectly fine, just scraped and cut but other than that they will make full recoveries. the one that caused it caught a shoe and went down.
there are 3 individuals seriously hurt, i personally know one of them, he is in the icu right now awaiting surgery.
i work with the horses and this is a freak accident, no different then a hockey player falling akwardly into the boards, in harness racing accidents are quite rear atleast of this caliber, i wish a speedy recovery to all involved im no fan of the rodeo which you mentioned in your comment, but i know there is no comparison to harness racing and putting a rope around a calfs neck and pulling. keep your thoughts to your self if you dont know what your talking about.
i wonder how the first horse fell...it looked almost like his leg collapsed from under him... i hope every one gets better quickly. Just remember that these guys have family to. somehow i see this linked with the no fighting argument
in hockey... they get hurt in a fight and and people find it exciting
the horse caught a shoe in front with his hind leg which caused him to stumble and fall, just an unfortunate misstep. luckily every horse made it out with just cuts and scrapes.
No 2. HA yeah they'll ban this. Do you know what kind of money the governments make off of horseracing. Banned! Yeah ooookkkkkk. Learn the facts abou the sport first
ok .... on this day..... 9680 horses raced accross north america. During this week, there was over 50k horses that raced and made it back fine... are you actually going to suggest that from over the 2 million horses (indivdually) and the over 16 milllion races they run, that this isnt going to happen? I can show you this happening in marathons, cycling and track and field, not to mention hockey and football, should we ban those sports too?
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the bigger picture is that your dad has driven over 10,000 horses, this is going to happen from time to time. Its unfortunate, but your dad knew this going ahead.
Are you saying the same thing when Nascar drivers get in them accidents? No.. why because they expect it wil happen from time to time.
I know leaving this comment gave you a sense of superiority and a feeling that your better than people the watch horses being "treated as slaves." But really... it's pretty disrespectful. Some of these guys are in the hospital lucky to be alive. Here's hoping that everyone gets a full recovery.
I hate to say it but it comes with the territory.I've seen people go down before and some of these drivers.But most of them get back up and get back on the bike.I hope all drivers get better and the horses get over their scrapes and bruises.
This isn't entertainment. These guys have families that are very upset. Every time they see an accident like this they are reminded just how dangerous it is everytime they race. Mario's Daughter in Calif was very upset that some find it 'exciting' to see her dad trappled by several horses.
You need to adjust your thought process buddy. The harness racing industry isn't perfect but making claims about things you have no idea about is just annoying. Probably your goal though so congratulations. I was going to argue for horse racing with you in a civilized manner but actually wishing for human injury gives me a good indication of your character and makes me think explaining anything to you would just be a waste.
Wolfy- Actually there are no jockeys in Harness Horse Racing. Do you even have a life or job? You have so much time to spend on spreading your negativity on something you know nothing about. Go away. There are people here who have a personal interest, not because they have nothing better to do.
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so tehn lets pretend it never happened. Lets pretend that Mario's daughter is ignorant enough to think things like this would never happen. Unfortunate, but its part of the sport.
I do not like when these accidents are posted as entertainment.. I have friends who drive and i gotta tell you.. its not funny when these guys break bones or in Hal Belote's case kill
Drivers Roger Mayotte and Robert Shepherd were taken to nearby hospital. Early reports indicate Mayotte suffered a broken shoulder, while Shepherd is believed to have a broken leg.
Mario Baillargeon was taken to a Milton hospital with an ankle injury. Chris Christoforou was shaken up in the accident and booked off the remainder of his drives. all of the horses came out of the accident with no serious injuries.
i wonder if he died
mcguigan551 2 weeks ago
I was there when it happen
michaelvidic 1 month ago
excellant pic as the 6 blows by the 3 but did anyone finish 3rd or was this a refund .... I'm waiting for the results on the inquiry...........pleeze hold all tickets... you don't want some lozer picking up a discarded winning ticket.... this is horse racing as it actually happens...great vid I hope I see the official results within 10:10
minidowns 2 years ago
I dont understand how hard it is to realize that if it wasn't for horse racing the horses wouldnt even be here. No one would own them or even bred them. So by doing away with racing horses the breeds would be no longer. They are bred to race.
movingpictures23 3 years ago 2
more nonrace horses go lame in thier own fields each year (ratio wise) than on the track. Uneven ground, picking a toe or just lack of exercise are reasons why. These things are looked after pretty much like kings.
brothaman007 3 years ago
watch the idiot on the 3 whipping his horse as if to hold on for second--IN A 2 HORSE RACE--lmao, hahahaah.
baseballeddie1177 3 years ago
This race was as bad as it was because of typical single file "racing" at woodbine & mohawk, if a few had pulled out like they do at other tracks not all would have been wiped out. theres a lesson for ya fellas, Try racing next time.
baseballeddie1177 3 years ago
sad huh? They always race single file there....
i love how they say "the track isnt conducive to closers". Its not the track, its you dont have a chance when you run single file till a halfway down the back stretch.....
meadowlands > ontario racing.
brothaman007 3 years ago
u must know harness racing, because thats garbage in toronto, single file,no lead changes and the most hilareous thing is when somebody finally pulls out then THEY ALL PULL OUT jaming the field back---also it is a racing violation when someone pulls out and just hangs there--doesnt go forward.
baseballeddie1177 3 years ago
We're animals too you know. Someone could die anytime during a hockey or football game or even just driving to work. Does that mean we should ban these things? No. Stop focusing on a rare occurrence in harness racing and look at the sport as a whole. Just think about it, If your income depends on your horses, you're going to treat them well. Why would I deliberately injure and mistreat my horse or a horse I'm taking care of when they decide if I get to eat this week? Think rationally about it.
mrsandman293 3 years ago
i want to know why there is a coward that keeps deleting people's posts.
brothaman007 3 years ago
I'm the only person who can delete posts other than the author of posts.
I've only deleted spam messages.
Maybe you aren't configured to see posts that have less than 5 thumbs down or more.
Cangamble09 3 years ago
HAHA
Ohh sweatheart, clearlyyy i am missing out not being able to do the things you can do. Oh what i would give to live your life. Dont flatter yourself idiot.
This is my last post because replying to an idiot is very exhausting, and honestly i have better ish to do, so if you actually reply to this, quite frankly you need a life!
ps. Im a girl, doochbag
eebabee1 3 years ago
wolfy u need to get a damn life LOSER hhahahahaha oh crist u have the time to actually "research" this and post DAY and NIGHT. I bet ALL racehorses have a better life and are loved more than you do now. Hence that is why you are negative. Dude go get laid! quick now!
eebabee1 3 years ago
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This is not a question of who gets more pussy than who
As for the life I live....you'd give your left nut to do the things I'm able to do with the money I have champ
You can dream
wolfy2424 3 years ago
Actually race horse get GREAT Retirements! They are often adopted as ridding or companion horses and others are bred an live on sophisticated farms where they eat better than most people and are loved and well treated! You clearly are not involved in the horse industry because if you were then you would see this first hand. Please inform yourself before you make comments.
Standardbredfan 3 years ago 2
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In this day and age, it is unconscionable to exploit animals so humans can gamble, particularly when such serious violations of basic welfare are an inherent part of the industry.
wolfy2424 3 years ago
If you would inform yourself than you would not make these type of comments since you would see that you are mistaken. This was an unfortunate and uncommon accident. you should know that none of these horse were seriously injured and are all expected to make full and fast recoveries. As for the drives who are still recovering, I wish them speedy recoveries. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Standardbredfan 3 years ago
it must suck too that we gamble on humans in sports such as boxing and auto racing....
people get hurt there too.
brothaman007 3 years ago
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Horses are sentient creatures, not inanimate, disposable objects. There is nothing romantic or glamorous about racing, despite the industrys media promotions, and there are many ways to gamble besides racing horses. The horse-racing industry is built on the severe exploitation of horses for the sake of entertainment and gambling. It is cruel to horses, bad for people, and has no place in an enlightened society.
wolfy2424 3 years ago
i don't know where you are getting your information but the horse racing industry isn't built on exploitation or cruelty towards the animal. you really need to readjust your thought process and not believe everything you read on the internet. horses are definately not exploited or treated unfairly, so maybe you should actually go out and retrieve your own information, not believe what other people are feeding into your brain.
onthaprowl 3 years ago 4
and i don't know what type of enlightened society you are trying to build because it seems as though you are trying to spread negative propaganda about something you clearly know nothing about. so go enlighten yourself before condemning the lives of thousands of people.
onthaprowl 3 years ago 3
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In the U.S., around 5,000 horses leave racing every year, the same number who enter it. Very few enjoy a decent retirement. Some are shot within weeks of their money-earning days coming to an end. A small number become breeders. Many are slaughtered, their bodies sold to countries like France, where people eat horse meat, or they end up as pet food. Others are exported, or sold from owner to owner into increasingly abusive and neglectful situations.
wolfy2424 3 years ago
And no, they do not overrun the horses fools. They are given breaks and are only put to run if they are fit to. Horses cost a fortune. So why on earth would the owners want to hurt them? IDIOTS.
eebabee1 3 years ago 4
You people are idiots! Race horses cannot live a better life! Seriously, they are constantly pampered. They are treated even better than humans are. So get your information right! I work at the racetrack, and have personally witnessed the paddicks which they live in, and the constant care and love they are given. Accidents like the one at Woodbine are very RARE.
eebabee1 3 years ago 7
i completely agree! my horses are pampered beyond belief.
onthaprowl 3 years ago
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Although there are currently no equine slaughterhouses in the U.S., there is still a multimillion-dollar horsemeat export industry that sends tens of thousands of horses every year to Canada, Mexico, and Japan for slaughter.(28,29) One Colorado State University study found that of 1,348 horses sent to slaughter, 58 were known to be former racehorses.(30)
wolfy2424 3 years ago
so... 58/1348 were racehorses..??? and you're blaming the racing industry?? The numbers don't seem to add up to me...
ambosnjak 3 years ago 2
Approximately 18,000 foals are born into the closely-related British and Irish racing industries each year, yet only around 40% go on to become racers. Those horses who do not make the grade may be slaughtered for meat or repeatedly change hands in a downward spiral of neglect. Of those horses who do go on to race, around 400 are raced to death every year.
wolfy2424 3 years ago
WOW!!! I don't even know where to start!
I am a standardbred owner, breeder and trainer and have an absolute LOVE for these animals. I think that all you ignorant ppl commenting on here about how neglected and abused these animals are have absolutely NO idea what goes into there daily care! These horses are pampered beyond belief ... and love very second of racing! So if you have never lived the life then PLEASE don't talk negatively about the sport!!!
Standardbredlover 3 years ago
You don't have to spend even a second in the 'business' to realize that if an animals life is put in danger to the point where it could die at any moment during a race that it is wrong and it is not fair to the animal's well being
Seriously, think about what you are saying. 1 minute the animal is enjoying it's right to breath air, eat food and be happy and the next minute it dies during a race. YOU took this away from him for entertainment! How again is this a good thing for the horse?
wolfy2424 3 years ago
You really have no idea what you are talking about.... but we aren't going to change you opinions so it is really not worth an ounce of my time!
I wish all the drivers the best of luck during there recovery!!!
Standardbredlover 3 years ago
Not surprisingly, noone here can justify risking a horses life for the sake of entertainment
We all know why the owners do it...MONEY
The only mammal in this situation losing out is the one without the choice
Go watch some videos where horses are trampled to death during races....What part of the 'business' don't I get to help me understand why those horses had to die?
Please enlighten me
wolfy2424 3 years ago
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onthaprowl 3 years ago
Who are you to talk Wolfy when all you can do is try and inflict more pain onto the people that are involved in this accident. PETA should be locking assholes like you up and then euthanisizing you because theres no where and no one that should have to put up with your ignorant ass....hopefully not pain free!
discme1971 3 years ago
Alright Wolfy so say we didnt race horeses what the fuck would we have them for? not saying that there only job in life is to race but what about omish they drive horses for a vehicle and thats wrong... what do u think we drove before cars? fuck man you might aswell go chain your self to a barn door and not let anyone in because there gunna hurt the animal. and as for the comment you made about my story being pathetic, my stories life my dad didnt complain like some bitch unlike you!
rammereasy 3 years ago
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Your attitude is what is wrong with the way far to many people view themselves with respect to animals
What would we have them for?
Horses have been a round long before man started using them for their needs
Why does a horse have to exist for man only? Think about what you're saying here
Some of the smartest and most influential people the world has ever known have predicted that animal abuse, animal slaughter and uses of animals for their entertainment like this will end one day
wolfy2424 3 years ago
As for the drivers, these guys grow up loving horses and have always been around them. Nothing makes them happier to be on the track racing the horses they love. So to say that the drivers got what they deserved?You need to get your shit straight dude. Both are right where they want to be. Leave something you know nothing of alone. Dont be on here talking shit about people who are injured seriously right now by a freak accident for doing what they love. FUCKIN TOOL!!!
Hughesy6060 3 years ago 4
hughsey, no one is saying they deserved it you tool.
People have been saying this should be expected. This happened many times before, and will happen many times again. If it was such a shock to them, they would never get back in the bike.
brothaman007 3 years ago
@brothaman007 Read the comments douche. People are saying they got what they deserved- word for word. Now I didnt say it was you so dont get your panties in a bunch there doll face!! Go back and read the comments dude!!!
Hughesy6060 1 year ago
@Hughesy6060
lol @ you replying almost a year later...... who would be the douche?
brothaman007 1 year ago
Get better Shep!!
To all the retards on here that know nothing about the sport and are preaching PETA nonsense and that these drivers got what they deserved.......Know this. A horse couldnt be any happier running around the track. Owners of most harness racing horses treat their horses like GOLD. My uncle Gary treats his horses like one of his children. Spending all the time in the world with them. These horses live for the track and have great lives.
Hughesy6060 3 years ago 5
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They live for the track all right....They also die for the track.
WAKE THE FUCK UP!!!!
If the horse wasn't forced to race he wouldn't be killed when he gets trampled on or when he breaks his leg and is no useless to his owner
YOU ARE INSANE if you think that this is right
Hopefully a few more jockey's get killed sometime real soon...Perhaps then people will realize that this is a dangerous sport for both humans and animals involved and it should be stopped
wolfy2424 3 years ago
Why not shut the fuck up you ignorant prick, people drive cars they die, people drive atvs they die. Fuck this is a sport get that thru ur fucking head. Its people like you that need to wake up. Heres a thought, why not go make love to ur fucking tree at home while u wear ur peta shirt ur ignorant fuck
CowPoop49 3 years ago
wolfy- seriously, you need to learn more about the sport you are bashing. they are not jockeys, they are harness drivers and if you are saying that people need to be killed then you truly must be a cold person. horses love racing, plain and simple. so if you have nothing good to say than don't say anything at all. i had a retired race horse, each and every day i would lead him out to the field and he would turn to go towards the track because he wanted to be out there, not standing in the field
onthaprowl 3 years ago
you call them statistics. I call them FACTS.
Yea kill them. PETA loves animals but instead of taking care of them themselves lets just put them down. Good idea. Why pay money to save them and give them a good life ourselves when its 10 maybe 20 bucks for euthanasia. Maybe we should do this with children who cant get adopted after a certain time too right. You would probably be all for that because it dont sound like you are here for the human race.
BenDeezle 3 years ago 2
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I can't really find any actual logic in your rambling but the part I did get out of it is euthanizing babies wtf?
I'd pay at least a penny though to have you euthanized
wolfy2424 3 years ago
You can't find logic in that because (surprise!) you're fucking retarded.
Drevvo 3 years ago
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Is that the best insult you can come up with?
You wish you were living the life I am buddy
wolfy2424 3 years ago
Unless you're a multimillionaire, I highlydoubt that, champ.
You know, on second though,you may be right.
Putting in my worthless two cents every third comment sounds like quite a life.
Drevvo 3 years ago
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Dantheman0807 3 years ago
wow, i know robert sheppard who was involved in that accident and i care about him. Why not say to save all of them. If that was your dad or brother in that sulky would you still be saying that???
CowPoop49 3 years ago 4
People please don't get into an argument with these animal rights hypocrites. They talk about saving animals and setting them free and blah blah blah. But if you do some research on groups like PETA for instance they kill more animals then anyone. From 1998 to 2007 PETA received 22,896 dogs, cats and other companion animals. They KILLED 19,215 of them that is 83.6% of the animals taken in that time frame they killed. Yet we in the horse racing business are the cruel ones. Give me a break!
BenDeezle 3 years ago
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You are missing the overall picture here aren't you?
PETA's message is to treat animals in a humane way.
They euthanize animals because there is simply no where else for them to go. This is PAIN free and the animal DOES NOT suffer
They try to find loving homes for them first and if they can't do this then they have to euthanize them
Would you not agree that it's better for the animal to be put to sleep forever in a kind way then go on suffering from starvation, abuse, neglect etc?
wolfy2424 3 years ago
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Think about what you are saying before you type. You are rambling on with some statistics and you only know half the story. You reek of ignorance
PETA's main message is to neuter/spay pets so that they don't have to be put to sleep in the first place. This is such an easy thing to comprehend yet you don't get it
What a brilliant idea...The best way to prevent a animals life of suffering and pain is to not have that animal conceieved in the first place
WAKE THE FUCK UP YOU RETARD
wolfy2424 3 years ago
Wow, its amazing that the horses were not hurt. Hope all the drivers make out alright.
LyndaP31 3 years ago
To wolfy2424 You are the dumbest most ignorante fuck i know what do u do for a livin that gives you the write to cristize another mans job my father was a horse trainer for 36 years till he was killed due to a horese accident and horse racing put a roof over my head and food on the table you are so heartless to not feel sorry for some1 injured that badly or injured at all but i hope what ever you do for a livin can justify your comments because in my books you would have ta be a super hero!
rammereasy 3 years ago
You can be heartless and a dumb "ignorante" fuck if you are a superhero??
AWESOME I WANT TO BE ONE
slipperyjimbo3 3 years ago
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You don't get any sympathy from me
Frankly, your story is pathetic. Your father made a living off taking away a horses freedom and making it race without giving the animal a choice and risking it's life
This is called Kharma champ
Hopefully a few more jockey's die and perhaps then people will wake up and realize that doing this to any animal is wrong
Try and think about what it would be like if we were in the horses position.....It just doesn't make sense does it now?
wolfy2424 3 years ago
like i previously said, i had a retired racehorse. each and every day i would lead him out to the field and each day he would turn and start walking towards the track. obviously he made the choice where he wanted to be, so until you have worked with one of these animals, don't judge those associated.
onthaprowl 3 years ago 3
Personally, I hate people who don't care about the human race. Animals of the same breed stick together, so I guess you are not as noble as the animals you try and "protect". My dad is the main driver trampled in this video, and to think that some sick person could wish that on him, and our family is disgusting! I could call names and say horrible things about these "people", but I've been taught better. Happy to report my dad is recovering, and I hope you can learn to be a decent human being.
bellaashla 3 years ago 5
i understand what your saying
but for that to ligit be your dad
like that chances of what u just said to be true are so slim
farmgirlnicole 3 years ago
I don't feel the need to prove myself to you, mario (my dad), is a tough old guy, and less effected by this than me. He doesn't care what anyone thinks of the sport he loves, and he knows I'm in his corner! ;)
bellaashla 3 years ago
Thank you for your words of wisdom. Stay classy Bella!
TammyB916 3 years ago
Your dad is the best. Hope he gets better and comes back soon.
isaacmets7 3 years ago
mario is a good guy. i wish him all the best and a speedy recovery.
onthaprowl 3 years ago 3
Thats obviously not your dad.
You're from the US, this is in Ontario. If you dont know where ontario is...its in Canada. DURRRRR
sirjohnly 3 years ago
my parents are divorced, I'm his oldest daughter. but its cool if don't believe me. :) oh, and I do realize that these kinds of things happen in this sport, but it still sucks when it happens.
bellaashla 3 years ago 4
Johnly- No need to give Bella a geography lesson. She knows where Canada is. But here's some math for you: Mario spent most of the 80's racing in the US, Bella's profile says she's 22. hmmmm
TammyB916 3 years ago
mario is a good guy. i wish him all the best and a speedy recovery.
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brothaman007 3 years ago
Give it a break.
While i appreciate that your dad is hurt, and i feel sorry that he will have to recover from this without persuing the sport that he loves, injuries are part of ALL sports. This is just another one.
If you are so concerned about this happening to your dad, then talk to him about quitting, if not... this is going to happen, and you ahve to accept it.
speedy recovery and hope to see him out there.
brothaman007 3 years ago
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Personally, I hate people who train and race horses. Guess what happens when the horse is no longer able to race?
SOLD TO THE FUCKING GLUE FACTORY!
sirjohnly 3 years ago
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onthaprowl 3 years ago
Well, the kindergarteners need glue.
Drevvo 3 years ago
i just wish everyone involved a full recovery
onthaprowl 3 years ago 2
to those people bashing harness racing itself horses actually love racing. they are bred for it, nothing makes them happier than being on the track so don't bash something you know nothing about. for anyone that cares, all of the horses are perfectly fine, just scraped and cut but other than that they will make full recoveries. the one that caused it caught a shoe and went down.
there are 3 individuals seriously hurt, i personally know one of them, he is in the icu right now awaiting surgery.
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onthaprowl 3 years ago
to all the condescending jerks, no one is asking for your pity...just watch the vid and keep idiotic comments to yourself
farkaland 3 years ago
nice gotta go there soon last year on my birthday i wont 85 bucks on shows and places :D
valon18 3 years ago
i work with the horses and this is a freak accident, no different then a hockey player falling akwardly into the boards, in harness racing accidents are quite rear atleast of this caliber, i wish a speedy recovery to all involved im no fan of the rodeo which you mentioned in your comment, but i know there is no comparison to harness racing and putting a rope around a calfs neck and pulling. keep your thoughts to your self if you dont know what your talking about.
arestew 3 years ago 4
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if you spend time sitting on a cart smacking a horses ass. getting trampled on is deserved.
ablmgreg 3 years ago
Fucking Right mate!
wolfy2424 3 years ago
keep your garbage comments off youtube seeing as you obviously have no idea what your talking about... douche bag
mase021687 3 years ago
i wonder how the first horse fell...it looked almost like his leg collapsed from under him... i hope every one gets better quickly. Just remember that these guys have family to. somehow i see this linked with the no fighting argument
in hockey... they get hurt in a fight and and people find it exciting
HomySpook 3 years ago
the horse caught a shoe in front with his hind leg which caused him to stumble and fall, just an unfortunate misstep. luckily every horse made it out with just cuts and scrapes.
onthaprowl 3 years ago 5
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People are missing the big picture here.
Eventually horse races, circuses, rodeo's etc will all be banned from using animals in this way
If you don't see this coming then do a quick recap of animals rights and how far it's come only in the last 20 years
I think using animals in this way is disgusting as they are treated as slaves and often die so humans can be entertained
Think about it
wolfy2424 3 years ago
No. 1 Umm you do not how all horse are treated.
No 2. HA yeah they'll ban this. Do you know what kind of money the governments make off of horseracing. Banned! Yeah ooookkkkkk. Learn the facts abou the sport first
holybulz27 3 years ago 3
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Your ignorance is appauling
It will happen and it is not a question of if but WHEN.
Don't reply to this - keep your garbage comments off youtube and do us all a favour
wolfy2424 3 years ago
shut up tree hugger PETA type. Have some tofu..fu
Zelgon21 3 years ago 5
Humans are the dominant species. Deal with it. If we were all bleeding heart pussies like you we'd get taken over by lions.
Drevvo 3 years ago
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You = Ignorance
Do us all a favour and stop wasting virtual space with your garbage comments
wolfy2424 3 years ago
Get your bitch self off the internet.
You're probably a furry.
Drevvo 3 years ago
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Get a job you old fart
wolfy2424 3 years ago
Because posting on YouTube is a fulltime job, right queerbag?
Seriously, I wouldn't doubt you spend a good amount of your day raping farm animals.
Drevvo 3 years ago
ok .... on this day..... 9680 horses raced accross north america. During this week, there was over 50k horses that raced and made it back fine... are you actually going to suggest that from over the 2 million horses (indivdually) and the over 16 milllion races they run, that this isnt going to happen? I can show you this happening in marathons, cycling and track and field, not to mention hockey and football, should we ban those sports too?
brothaman007 3 years ago
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You just don't get it - unfortunately you can't grasp the bigger picture
wolfy2424 3 years ago
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the bigger picture is that your dad has driven over 10,000 horses, this is going to happen from time to time. Its unfortunate, but your dad knew this going ahead.
Are you saying the same thing when Nascar drivers get in them accidents? No.. why because they expect it wil happen from time to time.
brothaman007 3 years ago
Except a car is not a living thing...tard
greenchef6 3 years ago
no one said it is a living thing you idiot. Im referring to the guy driving the horse, not the horse.
Mario's daughter is herec chewing people out for their comments. So when you learn to read..... get back to me.
brothaman007 3 years ago
how about you blow a conch
greenchef6 3 years ago
I know leaving this comment gave you a sense of superiority and a feeling that your better than people the watch horses being "treated as slaves." But really... it's pretty disrespectful. Some of these guys are in the hospital lucky to be alive. Here's hoping that everyone gets a full recovery.
mrsandman293 3 years ago 3
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I should be feeling sorry for the fucking jockey's?
Not in this life time cheech....Anyone who gets hurt while riding around on horse won't be getting my pity.
wolfy2424 3 years ago
I hate to say it but it comes with the territory.I've seen people go down before and some of these drivers.But most of them get back up and get back on the bike.I hope all drivers get better and the horses get over their scrapes and bruises.
SleazyKitten 3 years ago
This isn't entertainment. These guys have families that are very upset. Every time they see an accident like this they are reminded just how dangerous it is everytime they race. Mario's Daughter in Calif was very upset that some find it 'exciting' to see her dad trappled by several horses.
TammyB916 3 years ago
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Boo fucking hoo
First off the guy shouldn't be riding around on horses
Go make a living doing something worthwhile to society.
I have zero sadness to a midget jockey who smacks a horses ass for a living in a cart
Hopefully they all get trampled
wolfy2424 3 years ago
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looks like someone is insensitive....people pay money for entertainment, what's wrong with that?
farkaland 3 years ago
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shut your mouth you ignorant negative fucking succubus.
heyocanada 3 years ago
You need to adjust your thought process buddy. The harness racing industry isn't perfect but making claims about things you have no idea about is just annoying. Probably your goal though so congratulations. I was going to argue for horse racing with you in a civilized manner but actually wishing for human injury gives me a good indication of your character and makes me think explaining anything to you would just be a waste.
mrsandman293 3 years ago 8
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Wolfy- Actually there are no jockeys in Harness Horse Racing. Do you even have a life or job? You have so much time to spend on spreading your negativity on something you know nothing about. Go away. There are people here who have a personal interest, not because they have nothing better to do.
TammyB916 3 years ago
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so tehn lets pretend it never happened. Lets pretend that Mario's daughter is ignorant enough to think things like this would never happen. Unfortunate, but its part of the sport.
brothaman007 3 years ago
Update!
Roger Mayotte is now in recovery of a dislokaded shoulder, broken arm and pelvis
Robert sherperd had to have surgery because of 2 open fractures.
Mario Baillargeon has a broken right tibia.
kkay1818 3 years ago 9
I do not like when these accidents are posted as entertainment.. I have friends who drive and i gotta tell you.. its not funny when these guys break bones or in Hal Belote's case kill
Wings71ny 3 years ago 7
I was there live too but work with the horses and know those drivers. its not too exciting!!
Kirstfraser 3 years ago 10
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I was there live, such a horrific experience, something you never wish to see but very exciting when you do, heehaw, at least we had the per
kmk124 3 years ago
poor horses/jockeys...let's hope they are okay!! poor donks
randys324 3 years ago 4
**UPDATE**
three drivers were sent to hospital
Drivers Roger Mayotte and Robert Shepherd were taken to nearby hospital. Early reports indicate Mayotte suffered a broken shoulder, while Shepherd is believed to have a broken leg.
Mario Baillargeon was taken to a Milton hospital with an ankle injury. Chris Christoforou was shaken up in the accident and booked off the remainder of his drives. all of the horses came out of the accident with no serious injuries.
AUBBER 3 years ago 7