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Secretariat's great-grandson found emaciated and sick Date published: 7/9/2007
SECRETARIAT Many say the Big Red Horse was the greatest racehorse of all time; sports writers extolling his virtues became poetic in describing his speed and his flash. "Secretariat generates a crackling tension and excitement wherever he goes," one wrote. Now, sadly, a descendant of Secretariat, a 13-year-old gelding named Rainaway, has been found on a farm in Bristol, Tenn., emaciated and sickly, along with 19 other horses. Officials have charged the owner of the farm Secretariat sired 653 foals. Rain- How he ended up on a farm in Bristol is unknown at this time. In the past, plans have been floated for a horse-racing museum in Caroline County highlighting the achievements of its native son. Wouldn't it be great if one of the "exhibits" were Secretariat's rescued great-grandson? It wouldn't be the first time a Secretariat relative was redeemed. The Big Red Horse's half brother, Straight Flush, was headed for the slaughterhouse when a California woman bought him for $200. Now, restored to health, he is living out his days in a sunny pasture in the Golden State. Racehorses give a lot, yet sometimes suffer bleak ends. Will Rainaway become a throwaway? Or is there room in our area for him?
I felt great sadness for the plight of all the horses found neglected. I would love to bring Rain Away here to Illinois where I board my beautiful Hannah and Buddy the pony both saved from auction.
the picture is worth a thousand words. Publish the name of the owner and his picture too. Disgusting.
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