While the traditional Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium did not take place this fall at the Kentucky Horse Park, the RRP staff presented Virtual Makeover Week on October 5-10, 2020.…

By Stephanie L. ChurchOff-Track Thoroughbred MagazineFall 2020 In just 10 years RRP has grown from an idea to a movement, touching thousands of retired racehorses along the way.…

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP), Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA), and the Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) jointly announce today that the second annual Thoroughbred Aftercare Summit will take place virtually on October 5-6, 2020.…

Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) has extended its support of the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) as the title sponsor of the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium through 2021.…

New online marketplace announces that its first auction of many will be for the Kentucky Derby, allowing fans to own a piece of the action before the event.…

The Real Rider Cup has transitioned to a virtual event, which promises to be bigger and better than ever.…

How to manage OTTBs that experience separation anxiety…

What to do if your new off-track Thoroughbred doesn’t know longeing basics…

Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…

Memorable matches made at the ASPCA Makeover Marketplace…

What happens when a future racehorse is offered at public auction…

Create an original OTTB meme and win!…

We’re excited to now offer custom OTTB FLAIR® Strips in the RRP Store, and to celebrate, we’re kicking off a contest with FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips: show us your OTTB on the move!…

Join Boehringer-Ingelheim’s Dr. Sarah Reuss on Tuesday, August 18 at 7 PM EST for a free webinar about equine asthma!…

While the in-person horse shopping and adoption experience at the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium may no longer be possible this year with the postponement of the event to 2021, the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP), thanks to a generous grant…

After extensive information gathering, research and consideration, the board of the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) has made the difficult but unanimous decision to postpone the 2020 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA), until 2021.…

Assessing an OTTB’s value as it transitions to a new career is far from an exact science…

The transition off the track can leave Thoroughbreds susceptible to opportunistic skin diseases…

Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…

The paddock provides a space for bettors and racing interests to evaluate horses…

The Retired Racehorse Project announced today that Keeneland will be the sponsor for their most prominent equine safety and welfare initiatives at this year’s Thoroughbred Makeover, the Arrival Exam and, new for this year, the Finale Jog. …

Celebrate #GivingTuesdayNow with the Retired Racehorse Project!…

While we won’t be enjoying the Run for the Roses until September, it’s still a great weekend to be a Thoroughbred lover with the Retired Racehorse Project!…

The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event may have been canceled this year as we all stay healthy at home — but we’re still celebrating the “Best Weekend All Year” and everything the Thoroughbred has accomplished in the sport of eventing!…