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Kentucky is famous for racehorses because, since about 1874 and excluding only a few war years, the Kentucky Derby has been held at Churchill Downs. If you didn't know, this years winner is Mine That Bird. Anyways, this is the LONGEST going American race. That's why.
As an assignment, fourth graders in Oldham
County, KY had to write letters to the governor/senator about what laws they thought should be passed. Leah Holmes and Lauren Willdeboer
wrote that they thought the state horse should be the thoroughbred... and here we are!
Well it's famous for several reasons. The Kentucky Bluegrass is rich in nutrients. The open, rolling hills are great for horses to run on, and the number of available racetracks. That's why so many people started breeding and training farms there.
The Lexington Kentucky area is known for its racehorse farms. The Kentucky Derby is held in Louisville Kentucky each year.
Kentucky became known for raising horses because of thei horses and because the Kentucky Derby is the crown jewel and first race of horse racing's triple crown.
it doesnt matter where you train your horse, it depends on how you train your horse
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What state is known for race horses?
Kentucky, I think
Is Kentucky known for dairy product?
No, I think Kentucky is more known for Kentucky blue grass and thoroughbred race horses (Kentucky Derby).
What state is known today for having fine horses?
Kentucky is the state in the United States that is known for having fine horses. Breeders from all over the world come to Kentucky to purchase horses from top breeders.
Indian tribe is known for raising appaloosa horses?
Nez Perce
Is a Morgan horse from Kentucky?
The Morgan did not originate in Kentucky but there are Morgans among the 155,000 horses of Kentucky. The Morgan got its beginning in Massachusetts although Vermont is better known for that breed.
What region of Kentucky is known for its horses?
That would be the Bluegrass region where the most Thoroughbreds are bred and born.
Where in America is the Derby run?
For horses, the Derby in America, known as the Kentucky Derby, is run in Louisville, Kentucky, on the first Saturday in May every year.
What is Kentucky State known for?
I was actually born in Kentucky and I can tell you that it is known mainly for 4 things and that is, of course, KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken) and the nationaly famous Kentucky Derby (horse-racing/gamble money on a horse to win). Also Kentucky is sort-of known for the goldenrod which is thier national plant which is beautiful by the way. Also thier basketball team the Wildcats which have over 2000 wins!
What state has the most horses per capita?
Kentucky is known for having the most horses per capita in the United States due to its strong horse racing and breeding industry.
How do you say horse in Australia?
Most horses are simply known as horses. Wild horses are known as brumbies.
Where is the capitol of Kentucky the state known for its bluegrass?
Kentucky's capitol is located in Frankfurt, Kentucky.
What are the farming animals raised in Maine?
Horses, Cows, Pigs, Goats, Sheep, Llamas, Beef Critters, Moose, Deer, Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Guinea Fowls, Donkeys, Mules, and many more. Maine is commonly known for raising horses and cattle. Especially race/work horses and milking/beef cattle.
