Its bad for betting, and I will make the case that it's bad for most owners.
I list Dexter Dunn to drive my horse, and wind up with Bruno Chiodo.
When my $3500 training bill comes at the end of the month, will I be compensated for the amateur drives, effort, and skill set of Bruno Chiodo?
Not likely.
THE JEW WOULD MOST LIKELY TELL YOU IT IS A SMALL PRICE TO PAY TO RACE AT HIS TRACKS, MONEY IS HIS BUSINESS, NOT YOURS