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Racehorse Black Caviar was euthanized shortly after giving birth to her ninth foal, due to laminitis – a painful condition that was likely made worse by her pregnancy. The Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses (CPR) has condemned the circumstances surrounding Black Caviar’s death, labeling her a victim of an industry that prioritizes profit over […]

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