[Danzig]

i don't think breeding is the only problem, but i think it's partly responsible.

as for two year olds, they are doing a horse no favor to baby him, and then expect him to be ready for the rigors of racing a few months later. used to be that these horses spent most of their time outdoors, running free in the pasture, until it was time for school to start. but no more of that. horses don't look to good in the auction ring if they're not treated like hot house flowers, kept inside, impeccably groomed. and then they start working for a living and the wheels fall off.
it's a combination of factors. sellers are trying to produce what they feel buyers want. but they forget this isn't a show ring, it's racing they're buying and selling for.