<< Is it only me that considers this to be an
> > irresponsible breeding practice. Why would ANY responsible breeder
> > choose to breed an unsound horse? >>
BEcause in SOME cases - and we never fail to have thorough vet work done to
determine this - the brakdown was not genetic weakness in nature, and as
such, the horse may be an excellent breeding candidate. Just because a pro
athlete breaks an arm does not make him or her genetically flawed. As with
any other athlete, a horse does indeed suffer serious injuries at times. For
the sake of consciencious breeding, of course, the source must be sought by
vets.
san