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Expertise
All aspects of the thoroughbred breeding and racing industry in New Zealand. I race thoroughbreds and have been the Marketing Manager for three NZ racing clubs. If I don`t know the answer to your question I know someone who does!
Experience in the area
20 years in the racing industry. Currently focusing on breeding but involved in all aspects of the industry. Ive raced several thoroughbreds with modest success and have had great fun out of it.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
To breed and then race a G1 winner.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| pete | 09/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Well i appreciate your help. Yes i ..... |
| Sarah Lumsden | 06/24/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | a good starting point! |
| Patricia | 03/17/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I truly appreciate all of the information ..... |
| Patricia | 03/06/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Cannot say enough about the great information ..... |
| Debbie | 12/01/08 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Don, I know it's a longshot ..... |
Recent Answers from Don Boddie
2009-11-12 race horse:
Hi Jose, Its a bit like trying to roll a cigarette without papers, it just won't work. To run a thoroughbred horse on a registered race track it must be registered with the appropriate regulatory
2009-11-10 Training times:
Hi Martin, Although it is a common practice I don't think there is a 'common' answer to your question. From a trainer point of view, there are many days when he must be away at trials, races
2009-09-28 Race records:
Hi Sara, Sorry to be so long responding to your question, I have been on holiday and did not tell AE, oops! The best place to find racing records in the USA is from www.equineline.com. In
2009-09-09 Finding my old racer:
Hi Tina, I am always pleased to hear of some one prepared to give a retired TB a home and care and attention. Most old horses end up in a tin so thankyou for taking care of this bloke. He is
2009-09-04 I have a racing question...:
Hi Pete, I have been thinking about the 'aqha'in you first question and now surmise that it satnds for American Quarter Horse Association. Is that right? Weight is a very important factor
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