Quote:
|
Originally Posted by paisjpq
I think we all know who the real expert is on this subject, and it ain't moi 
my understanding is that the TB is an early maturing breed (relative to orther breeds) the knees should be closed at some point in the 2YO year...but starting training while the bones are still undergoing remodling will ultimately get you a sounder horse IMO, provided the long yearling/short 2YO is brought along carefully and not asked for speed early. |
If you do a google search there are a few fantastic articles on the remodeling of bones as two year olds. (of course there are also lots in the counter-arguement too by those that don't support two year old racing)