California Thoroughbred Farms 2008/2009 California Thoroughbred ...

Harris FarmsOur Programs Produce Classic PerformanceThe addition ofSwiss Yodeler toHarris Farms’ stallionroster highlights thefarms commitmentto the Californiabreeding industry.With 19 stakes winnersand earners ofnearly $17 million,Swiss Yodeler hasconsistently been aleading sire in California.The sire ofBreeders’ Cup Sprintwinner Thor’s Echo,Swiss Yodeler joins established stallions Cee’s Tizzy, theonly stallion in California to have sired two Eclipse Awardwinners, and High Brite, sire of 43 stakes winners and earnersof over $31 million. In addition, the roster featurespromising young stallions Stormy Jack, sire of world recordholder Bob Black Jack, Redattore, the leading freshman sirein Brazil with a group I winner in his first crop, Tizbud,Lucky Pulpit and Downtown Seattle.This high level of success on the racetrack and in thebreeding shed continues to be the goal at Harris Farms,which has accounted for 23 California divisional champions,17 California Cup champions, and six Horse of the Year honorsfor the farm and its clients. Thoroughbred stars whotrace their roots to Harris Farms include Soviet Problem,Work the Crowd, Continental Red, Moscow Burning,Thor’s Echo, Nashoba’s Key and Eclipse Horse of the Yearand only dual winner of the Breeders’ Cup Classic, Tiznow.The Harris Farms horse division dates back over 40years to the vision of John Harris and his father Jack, bothcattle ranchers, farmers and horsemen who wanted todevote part of their operation to the breeding, raising andtraining of Thoroughbred racehorses. The horse divisionrepresents just one area of the larger Harris Ranch operation,which also operates California’s largest cattle feedyard, as well as thousands of acres planted in almonds,vegetables and citrus.The acclaimed Harris Ranch Restaurant and beautifullyappointed Harris Ranch Inn provide a welcome oasis toweary travelers along I-5, and also serves as a gatheringplace for important political, social and charitable eventsattracting a wide audience. Harris Farms is not just a Thoroughbrednursery, it is a California institution, providingthousands of jobs to the state’s vital Great Central Valley.Currently HarrisFarms’ horse divisionincludes the 320-acre main farmlocated north ofCoalinga, just east ofthe I-5, as well as the200-acre part of theHarris River Ranchdevoted to horses.The main farmboasts a full commercialfacility, offeringa wide range of services,from breedingand foaling to breakingand training, for both Harris Farms and its many loyalclients.The pastoral Harris River Ranch, where John and CaroleHarris make their home, is located 50 miles east of themain farm. The rich, sandy loam soil and underlying limestonework with ideal water conditions to nourish 200acres of large, expansive pasture conducive to the propergrowth and development of weanlings and yearlings.Cared for by our experienced River Ranch manager LaurieBrown and her staff, young horses are well prepared forthe rigors of the racetrack or the sales ring. Both the mainfarm and the River Ranch cater especially well to younghorses, together totaling 520 acres of lush, irrigated pasturethat provide the ideal environments for future stars togrow and develop into sound and healthy racehorses.President and owner John Harris entrusts his horsedivision to a loyal and committed group of hard-workingemployees. The Harris team is led by General ManagerDavid McGlothlin and farm trainer Per Antonsen, bothof whom have been with the farm since 1981. Dr.Jeanne Bower serves as the farm’s resident veterinarian.Other key members include Raul Rosas, assistant farmmanager and stallion manager, and assistant trainer LisaTorres-Antonsen. Dr. Raquel Herrero, Dr. Virginia CastilloHernandez and Kristina Henson assist with the veterinaryteam. Our courteous administrative staff consistsof office manager Janie Davis; Debbie Correia, administrativeassistant to John Harris; accountant MonicaBazan; and receptionist Randi Camp.All are ready to field any questions or requests you mayhave about our operation. Please feel free to the call thefarm and schedule and appointment to tour the facilities,or visit our website at www.harrisfarms.com.62 CALIFORNIA THOROUGHBRED 2008/2009FARM SPOTLIGHT • SEPTEMBER 2008 www.ctba.com