Paddock Inspection: The Lost Art (Part 2)
Here are more things to look out for when conducting a paddock inspection.
1. Pay a lot of attention to the details. No matter how tiny it may be, do not discount any particular detail. The negative signs that you should look out for – aside from those mentioned in the last post – are: a dull coat, runny eyes or nose, open sores, front wraps, tendon problems, and popping the tail up and down.
On the other hand, you should also be on the lookout for positive signs. After all, what you want is to find the horse that will increase your chances of winning. So what signs should you look for in a good horse? It does not always follow but in most cases, a dressed up horse is a good sign. A very neat mane and even a plaited mane is a simple statement that says that horse is well taken care of. A prancing horse is a good sign as well. other signs are a shiny coat, dapples, and bright shiny eyes.
2. After you “around the paddock” inspection, do not think that your job is done. Wait for the jockey to actually mount the horse and head on to the track. You should also see if any negative or positive signs show up at this point.
3. At this point you should be ready to make your pick. Go ahead, trust your guts and wager! Best of luck to you.
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