May 8, 2025Webinar: Life After the Finish Line: Keeping Retired Racehorses Healthy From the Inside OutSponsored by Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation. Originally recorded May 5, 2025.…Read More
May 5, 2025Unsung Heroes: How Pony Horses Shape Racehorses and OTTBsThe pony horse and rider play an essential part in keeping things running smoothly at the racetrack.…Read More
April 22, 2025Real Rider Cup Announces 2025 Competition DatesThe Real Rider Cup (RRC) organizing committee today announced dates for the annual charity show jumping competition: Saturday, June 28th in Lexington, KY and Saturday, October 18th in Fair Hill, Maryland.…Read More
April 17, 2025April Trainer Newsletter: KY3DE Vols & Other RemindersMakeover Trainer, April showers, indeed! We give you permission to take a quick break from training your Makeover prospect and dry off while you catch up on this month’s newsletter. What follows are important reminders, opportunities, and updates for all…Read More
April 9, 2025What Is an OTTB?The acronym doesn’t refer to a specific breed, but a classification within the breed.…Read More
April 8, 2025The Thoroughbred Lovers’ Guide to the 2025 Kentucky Three-Day EventThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) will have a presence at Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event on April 24-27 at the Kentucky Horse Park!…Read More
April 4, 2025The Thoroughbreds of the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day EventGet to know the Thoroughbreds taking on the 5* and 4* divisions at this year’s Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event!…Read More
April 1, 20252025 Thoroughbred Makeover Vendor Fair Applications Now OpenThe Vendor Fair runs throughout the competition, October 8-11, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.…Read More
March 24, 2025Picking Prospects Winter 2025Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…Read More
March 19, 2025March Trainer Newsletter: Feeling Lucky? Opportunities & RemindersHello 2025 trainers, Staying in the loop Our staff will keep Makeover Trainers aware of any upcoming opportunities or changes primarily through emails like this one. It is very important that you regularly check your email for communications from RRP…Read More
March 18, 2025Enter Our 2025 Sticker Slogan Contest!The winning slogan will be one of our new sticker designs for 2025!…Read More
March 17, 2025Sponsorships Available for 2025 Thoroughbred MakeoverThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that sponsorships are now available for the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, taking place at the Kentucky Horse Park on October 8-11.…Read More
March 11, 2025Kissing Spines in OTTBsLearn how veterinarians diagnose and treat kissing spines in Thoroughbreds and other horses.…Read More
March 6, 2025Erin Gilmore Photography Returns as Official Show Photographer of 2025 Thoroughbred MakeoverThe Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that Erin Gilmore Photography will return as the Official Show Photographer of the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…Read More
February 25, 2025Conditioning Off-Track ThoroughbredsProper conditioning helps Thoroughbreds transition from the racetrack by building strength, reducing injury risk and preparing them to thrive in their next chapters.…Read More
February 18, 20252025 Trainer Acceptance LetterCongratulations! You are one of over 300 talented trainers and team members who are on track to show the world what a Thoroughbred ex-racehorse can do at this year’s Makeover. Would you like to announce your acceptance on social media?…Read More
February 18, 20252025 Thoroughbred Makeover Accepted Trainers AnnouncedThe RRP announced today the list of participating trainers accepted to compete at the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…Read More
February 10, 2025Ask a Trainer: Conquering Trailering IssuesProfessional Lauren Burke shares her whole-horse approach to making trailer loading and hauling a smooth, stress-free process.…Read More
January 30, 2025James & Shari Ough Donate $25,000 to Increase Prize Money at Thoroughbred MakeoverThis additional prize money will offer payout through tenth place for the new Championship format that debuts this year.…Read More
January 27, 2025DNF: What Is It, Why Does It Happen, & What Does It Mean for Thoroughbreds?There are many reasons a Thoroughbred might not finish a race. Read on to learn about the possible causes and how the horse can make a successful return to racing.…Read More
January 21, 2025Tally Ho: Ex-Racehorses Can Find Homes in the Hunt FieldMid-Atlantic Thoroughbred…Read More