AboutBrad Adler Expertise I specialize in racehorse analysis and valuation, handicapping, claiming and speed figures. I am, however, quite capable of handling other general inquiries regarding thoroughbred horses and their training and racing careers. In addition, I can advise current and potential owners in regard to their investment considerations, whether it be in the claiming game or the auction ring.
Experience I have acted as a Racing Manager for many individual investors and partnerships since 1985. True student of the game; Andrew Beyer disciple. Special emphasis on claiming useful horses at any and all levels. Have owned and campaigned dozens of horses (including a few stakes winners) in many different states and with many different trainers.
Publications Website: www.superthoroughbred.com
Education/Credentials Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland, College Park
Expert: Brad Adler Date: 5/26/2008 Subject: Filly in heat
Question Brad, I have a three year old filly who is stabled with other horses and in training getting ready for her first race. My trainer told me that since she is in heat she acts up by kicking the stall walls alot (even thought the stud horses are several stalls away), so she has put copper tubing in her water and this keeps her from being in heat, as a result of the copper ingestion. Have you ever heard of this?
Answer Hi Joe:
I have heard a story or two about copper and its calming affect on fillies and mares in heat. One person, as I recall, put a few old pennies in the water. I can't say (from personal experience) whether it works or not, but I would assume that your trainer has used this method in the past - with decent results - and it probably can't hurt. You may want to ask some of the trainers on our panel - they may have a bit more to add on this subject.
