Due to some unforseen circumstances, Special Tyler wasn't able to participate in the ReBrand Challenge after all, so he was sent back to the aftercare organization. This evening Son of a Lynx arrived in his stead, also from MMXX Standardbreds.
I'm told he goes by "Tony," and while he may be called that around the barn, I do like to refer to horses by their racing names in blog posts to be sure I recognize their racing careers as they begin their sporthorse experience.
Son of a Lynx raced for eight years as a pacer, collecting 14 wins, 20 seconds, and 28 third place finishes. Total he won just under $170,000 over the course of his harness racing career. He's been retired for about a year and is currently ten years old.
I'll be putting Son of a Lynx under saddle and aiming him towards jumpers, but of course the horse's opinion matters and we'll learn what he wants to do for his next career as I get to know him better.
Please join me in offering Son of a Lynx a big welcome to Bit of Honey, and keep an eye out for his regular updates!
Oh what a Handsome boy. Seems pretty steadfast and liking you, Kim
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