Those making snap judgements about the Jacksons ought not judge the situation as you don't know the people and they actually seem to just love their horse...I know crazy isn't it? They bred him, raised him, raced him, have done everything WITHIN HIS COMFORT to save his life, bring him fresh cut grass every single day, watch him closely for any signs of pain, and have said if he cannot live a pain free life when all is said and done, they will put him down. They can't use his sperm for anything, as K9 soul said, artificial insemination is not allowed in the thoroughbred racing industry. When he tells them he's done, IF he tells them he's done, they will do right by their horse. If your dog or pet got hurt but was happy, interested in surroundings, and eating well, would you just put them down or give them a chance to heal?? You don't know the people involved enough to judge them in that way without knowing anything about it. They take care of ALL of their animals with or without a big name, in the exact same way. Not everyone in the racing industry is as you describe, sure as in every sport or event there are some jerks, but by and large there are a lot of good people there too. Don't be so quick to judge people you don't know, the situation is not so cut and dry.