The last offspring of Black Caviar, the world’s best racehorse, died two days after it was euthanized following its birth.
The champion’s connections have not been able to confirm the exact cause of death.
In a statement, their owners said they were devastated by the loss of the horse’s baby, which was a son of Snitzel.
Although Black Caviar’s baby was given the best possible veterinary care, it was not able to save him.
The group that owns the animal expressed its gratitude to the team of veterinarians who looked after the prized pet. It also thanked the public for its tributes.
The animal was loved and admired by the public. It was known for its unblemished record in 25 starts and won almost $8 million in prizes.
After it was retired in 2013, it gave birth to her first batch of nine foals. The program for breeding racehorses was put under a lot of scrutiny following Black Caviar’s death.
According to Peter Moody, Black Caviar’s health suddenly worsened after it contracted a milk infection, which restricted its blood flow to its feet.
The trainer said that they treated the animal just like they would any other broodmares.
The condition reportedly killed the animal’s feet. During a veterinary examination, they could not find any blood flow in the animal’s feet.
The owners were defended by Hamish Esplin, the president of the Thoroughbred Breeders of NSW.
According to Esplin, it was unbelievable that the owners of Black Caviar and other racehorses spend a lot of money on maintaining the health of their prized pets.
He estimated that around a hundred percent of the breeders’ expenditure on the animals goes toward maintaining their fitness.
He said that while it’s heartbreaking to lose a prized pet, the owners of Black Caviar prioritize their animal’s long-term health and well-being over money.
They didn’t want to sell their bloodstock even though their prized progeny could be worth a lot of money.
The owners of Black Caviar released a statement on Saturday, saying that the prized racehorse passed away peacefully.
The animal was regarded as a once-a-lifetime champion. It won 25 races in a row and was known for its impeccable record.
The statement released by the owners stated that Black Caviar’s legacy would continue to live on through her offspring and her numerous achievements both in Australia and in England.
They noted that the animal transcended racing and captivated the public. In 2012, Black Caviar won the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot.