Articles tagged with 'Whips'
Do padded whips cause pain to horses?
Since 2009, all jockeys in Thoroughbred racing in Australia have been required to use a whip which is padded at the end, replacing conventional whips which have no padding, This change was introduced in response to concerns raised about the pain caused by the use of whips and the introduction…
Are whips used in horse harness racing?
Concerns regarding the use of whips in Thoroughbred racing have increased in recent years but there has been less focus on their use on standardbred horses for harness racing.
Do racehorses need to be whipped for performance and safety?
The need and right to whip racehorses merely for sport and wagering is being increasingly questioned by the community due to animal welfare concerns.