Update on 3 of the Paragallo horses

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As some of you know, two friends of mine, Angelika Hala and Sean Kerr, took on the (insane) task of rescuing the last three yearlings from Paragallo's farm and attempting to bring them to the races (Steve was kind enough to interview them on At The Races last year). Here's an update on the horses' progress-

All 3 are at a training facility in Maryland. They've all been named- Notinrwildestdremz (F, Griffinite/Shelly's Wind by Danzatame), Saving Miss Dixie (F, Adonis/Aintjustwhistlin by Dixieland Band) and (my favorite name) Captain Crimescene (G, Griffinite/Party Forever by Is It True).

"Dremz" has made the most progress and is likely heading to a New York track in about a month or so once they've settled on a trainer.

"Cappy" has a nice stride and is energetic, but also a handful. They gave him a ball to keep him occupied in his stall and he quickly tore it loose and developed a game- when horses were worked indoors he waited until they were approaching his stall and then threw the ball right into the path of the oncoming horse. Needless to say, his toy was soon taken away.

"Dixie" is the best-looking of the three, but still recovering from injuries sustained due to the long period of neglect their first year. She's coming along well, though.

The odds are still against them but not as much as they were even this time last year. When we first saw them in August of '08 I never would have believed even one of them would be heading to the track. Huge kudos to Angelika and Sean for having the drive (and insanity!) to see this thing through. Fingers crossed for them!

Anyone who wants to follow their progress, they're on Facebook (5R Racehorse Stables) or you can visit their website, 5rstables.com