Lava Man---California Is His Home

[Cajungator26]

It makes no sense to take Lava Man to Dubai... the horse evidentally does NOT travel well, so why ruin him by doing it? He's a really nice horse... I just don't think it's worth it taking him all the way over there and ruining him.

[Dunbar]

Originally Posted by Cajungator26

It makes no sense to take Lava Man to Dubai... the horse evidentally does NOT travel well, so why ruin him by doing it? He's a really nice horse... I just don't think it's worth it taking him all the way over there and ruining him.

There's not much evidence that running outside of California has done any harm to Lava Man's subsequent performances in California. I think the connections feel Lava Man is capable of winning anywhere. He's never tried turf outside of California, so they are giving it a shot. IMO it should be applauded.

--Dunbar

[Hickory Hill Hoff]

Originally Posted by Cajungator26

It makes no sense to take Lava Man to Dubai... the horse evidentally does NOT travel well, so why ruin him by doing it? He's a really nice horse... I just don't think it's worth it taking him all the way over there and ruining him.

Agreed, don't make the same mistake again. I may get shipped over there though...if the "better-half" has her way!

[2Hot4TV]

Originally Posted by Cajungator26

It makes no sense to take Lava Man to Dubai... the horse evidentally does NOT travel well, so why ruin him by doing it? He's a really nice horse... I just don't think it's worth it taking him all the way over there and ruining him.

Totally agree that they should stay home and move to the turf to keep some weight off. We all know that Lava Man is a STALL RACER and untill they find a way for him to relax in new surroundings the result will be the same. Traveling to Dubai has put the stops to alot of good horses, seems to take 6 months or longer to get back to good form.

This horse is good for racing.
1 million dollar race should have brought all the great invaders from the east dont ya think?

I will say it would have been more impressive carrying 128 lbs though.

Has anyone ever hauled a horse in a trailer? Its not something most of them relish. So getting on a plane is just pure bliss? Some horses also hate unfamiliar surroundings. His connections have alluded to this probable problem.Its not like packing your dog in plastic carrier.

[pointman]

Fair Play, thank you for the welcome. I appreciate that there are people on the site, I'm sure the vast majority, that don't come after newcomers like bullies. My guess is that east coast horses like Invasor and Discreet Cat are not looking for the big races this time of year, but are resting up for the big races on the east coast in the summer and fall. Of course, there is plenty of money on the east coast in that time period such that there is no need to ship out west. I still have to think there is a reason why DRF codes the medication in that way and there must be difference between the two. Hopefully someone knows that difference.

[Cajungator26]

Originally Posted by pointman

Fair Play, thank you for the welcome. I appreciate that there are people on the site, I'm sure the vast majority, that don't come after newcomers like bullies. My guess is that east coast horses like Invasor and Discreet Cat are not looking for the big races this time of year, but are resting up for the big races on the east coast in the summer and fall. Of course, there is plenty of money on the east coast in that time period such that there is no need to ship out west. I still have to think there is a reason why DRF codes the medication in that way and there must be difference between the two. Hopefully someone knows that difference.

I seem to remember someone posting an article or a detailed explanation about it at one point... let me see what I can find. I'm almost positive that it was Lansdon Robbins that posted about it. Do any older members remember this as well?

[Dunbar]

Originally Posted by Cajungator26

I seem to remember someone posting an article or a detailed explanation about it at one point... let me see what I can find. I'm almost positive that it was Lansdon Robbins that posted about it. Do any older members remember this as well?

It was Rupert, Cajun. He was arguing with oracle about it. Oracle said he would ask a trainer about it and settle it once and for all. But he never did, or at least never reported back, despite several probably annoying reminders from me.

--Dunbar