Big Brown and Winstrol....questions

[The Indomitable DrugS]

Originally Posted by rontheman1964

is anyone worried about possible side effects down the road?

No

Originally Posted by rontheman1964

Does anyone on this board know how common is it to give steroids to horses as part of their normal routine? Do all of Dutrow's horses get winstrol? Is it expensive?

From what I know roughly about 70% of horses run on them. About 90% of trainers use them. Yes and No

Originally Posted by rontheman1964

If he breaks down on the track do we question why steroids are legal for equine athletes in 28 of the 38 states? (too much 'manufactured' muscle for his skeleton and tendons to support.)

People will question it if he breaks down or not.

Originally Posted by rontheman1964

If he wins the Triple Crown do we put an asterisk next to his name like Barry Bonds?

This is a dumb question. It's legal - has been used in horses since the late 60's and probably the bulk of his competition is also using them.