Standing A Stallion: Authentic at Spendthrift Farm

What goes into standing a thoroughbred stallion? A lot more than you'd think! Watch as Scott Hazelton interviews Spendthrift Farm's general manager, Ned Toffey, on the intricate details of what it takes to stand a stallion and launch a successful stud career. Authentic will head to Spendthrift Farm upon retirement to take up stud duties.

[@roguewolf5597]

When was the last time your Stallion had his feet looked at. ? Not a good impression with long cracked hooves .

[@merryleelanehart8690]

What cracked hooves? Are you talking about the inset notches at the front of Into Mischief's hooves? Those are purposely cut into the hooves for a nub on the front of the shoes to fit into.

[@roguewolf5597]

@@merryleelanehart8690 I know about that, his feet look like he has no shoes and are cracked and rough. I’m not unfamiliar with horses, been horse sitting for about 15 years and have had my own.

[@OfficialMuffiin]

This stallion is worth hundreds of millions, I'm sure he's given the best of care. I know I've heard spendthrift say they prefer keeping their stallions barefoot. Better than shoes.

[@pegasusa1607]

I know they put boots on their front hooves to keep them from cutting oe hurting the mares

[@pegasusa1607]

I don't think they are going to let their hooves get cracked, could you imagine what cracked hooves could do to ruin this horse's fu future