The shocking death of Australian racehorse Black Caviar became even more tragic after her foal also died on Saturday. One of Australia’s top racehorses, Black Caviar, who won 15 Group 1s, including an Australian record 25, was euthanized on Saturday after giving birth to her ninth foal. Black Caviar was suffering from laminitis, a serious disease that restricts or stops blood flow to the hooves. The disease kills more than 7% of horses and requires euthanasia for many animals, according to the Royal Veterinary College, University of London.
She was admitted to Scone Equine Hospital after the foal was born, but the foal could not be saved, according to a statement from the owner on Monday. “The owners are saddened to announce the death of Snitzel’s pup, Black Caviar, last night,” the statement read. “He received world-class veterinary care around the clock but unfortunately could not be saved. “The ownership group would like to thank all the veterinary staff for their time and effort in caring for Black Caviar and her pups. “The ownership group would also like to thank the Australian public and racing spectators around the world for the many awards Black Caviar has received.
“He was much loved and respected.”The equestrian world paid tribute to the legendary mare after the news shocked the country. Black caviar captured Australia’s attention and captured the world’s attention. He was World Thoroughbred Champion in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 and took first place overall in 2013 with his French horse Treve. As well as racing in Australia, Black Caviar won the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2012 and was named European Champion Sprinter at the Cartier Racing Awards. This is the first horse from outside Europe to receive this award. He officially retired from racing in 2013 and enjoyed a successful breeding career.
Seven of Black Caviar continued his streak with four winners, including Invincible Caviar, who won four of the eight races. Jockey Luke Nolen, who has 22 of 25 wins aboard Black Caviar, was among those to pay tribute to the champion mare. “I was lucky to be a part of his incredible career,” he said. “Many riders would give their right arm for the opportunity to be a part of the same chapter of racing history as me, and I was lucky enough to ride him for most of his career. “It feels a little empty (right now), a little hazy because it means so much to us. “He was a big part of my career.””He was a great horse who gave us all the great rides and memories of our lives,” Black Caviar’s trainer Peter Moody told reporters at Caulfield on Saturday after news of his death broke.
The circumstances that led to the euthanasia of Black Caviar were also revealed. “You don’t think it’s going to affect you,” Moody said. “But you’d be a fool not to think so. It’s impossible not to join most animals, let alone ones like him. “He had a milk infection about a week ago and we treated him as we do with all foals, but like most treatments it spread to the legs. “She gave birth to a baby Snitzel this morning and they soon put her to humane sleep. “I checked my leg yesterday and there was no bleeding at all. There was a little blood on her leg, but she wasn’t bleeding and she was a very big girl. “I called all my employees and told them. “They were all very upset.”
