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Horse society is also built around a strict hierarchy. The leader of the herd, contrary to popular belief, is not the stallion, but the eldest and strongest mare. This horse is called the "alpha mare." The alpha mare is the queen: she is in charge of where the herd will go to find food and water, and discipline the younger herd members. She detects predators and storms, and guides her horses to safety. In other words, the job of the alpha mare is to look out for the well-being of the entire herd. (from Monty Roberts)

MALES WE LOVE

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May 6, 2007: Michael Paulson, Executor of the Allen E. Paulson Living Trust, is one of the most accomplished—and most gifted—men in racing history. Continue

June 3, 2007: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. I would love to write the book about Sheikh Mo, about his ideas about racing and breeding; his heart-on-his-sleeve passion for his horses and his plans for the future. Continue

June 11, 2007: LeRoy Jolley. He trained one of the greatest fillies of all time, Genuine Risk.  He took her to victory in the 1980 Kentucky Derby. Continue

 

May 6, 2007: Barbaro. His name evokes the full range of emotions, from grief and sorrow, back through exhilaration, admiration and hope.  Continue

June 3, 2007: Curlin. Named for a freed slave in the Union Army, the Great-Grandfather of one of his owners, Curlin is a king waiting to be crowned. Continue

 

 

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