Mahoning Valley - Race 3

Stakes Race

Stakes Races are known as better class races, with higher purses and often accompanies by trophies.

Bleeder

A horse that bleeds due to a ruptured blood vessel during a race or workout. The medication Lasix can fix this problem.

Tack

The equipment the horse wears, including saddle and bridle. A jockey typically has their own racing saddle, placed on each horse they ride just before the race.