Here’s how to reduce boredom when stall confinement is necessary.…

The Fair Hill leg of the Real Rider Cup enjoyed its new home on the schedule of events at the MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill presented by Brown Advisory, concluding a gorgeous day of cross country where the…

With consistent care, teamwork, and proper nutrition, most OTTBs can develop strong, balanced hooves that support soundness and success in a second career.…

Taking place October 8-11 at the Kentucky Horse Park, the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, celebrated its tenth anniversary in its current location and overall format.…

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Ten champions were crowned today at the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…

Preliminary competition has wrapped at the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.…

The first day of preliminary competition at the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, has concluded and scores are now posted.…

Hello 2025 Makeover Trainers and clinic participants! There are a few announcements and loose ends to tie up before we all hit the road. Please read this email in full. If you missed the Competitors’ Final Newsletter last week, read…

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the list of former breeders, owners, trainers, stallion farms and other connections participating in Makeover Champions, the RRP’s initiative to encourage more public support of Thoroughbreds in careers beyond racing via the Thoroughbred…

This email is EVERYTHING. Please read it in its entirety. This email is your key to a successful Makeover week. Save it to reference later. 11 days to go…we are totally calm. No panic detected here. If you missed yesterday’s…

Coming to the Kentucky Horse Park on October 8-11!…

Drumroll please…. Your ride times and stall assignments are here! Keep an eye on your inbox for a lengthier email tomorrow and do not forget to join us for tomorrow evening’s webinar. If your coach, parent/guardian, horse’s owner, etc. wishes…

Selected by a committee of Makeover officials, this year’s winner of the Bill Kraatz Thoroughbred Makeover Ambassador Award is Drafted!…

We are less than three weeks away from the start of the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover! Tune in to next week’s webinars to ensure you are prepared. If your coach, parent/guardian, horse’s owner, etc. wishes to receive the trainer newsletters, they…

Hi all! It is crunch time for everyone so I will keep this newsletter as brief as possible. Please ensure you check your horse’s special award nominations and send in scheduling requests before Friday. Read the rest of this email…

Final Entry edits and clinic registrations close TOMORROW, September 5th, at 5pm EST. Do not miss out on the opportunity to participate in clinics whether it is with your 2025 horse or a Makeover graduate! Now is the time to…

Bridget Heasley answers: “How do I safely introduce turnout to a recently-retired racehorse?”…

Final Entry submissions close TODAY, August 29th, at 5pm eastern time. If you do not submit this form, your entry will be WITHDRAWN. This is not to be confused with the application submission or horse registration process. This is the…

Makeover staff evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) and Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) jointly announced today that TCA has returned as the title sponsor of the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, the banner event of the RRP.…

Follow along as a 3-year-old Thoroughbred filly captures her first win.…

Makeover Champions invites members of the Thoroughbred racing industry to demonstrate public support for former connected horses who are headed to the 2025 retraining competition, the largest and most lucrative of its kind in North America. …

Discipline selections, stabling reservations, and clinic registrations are open NOW! Log into the Trainer Portal now to complete your form. The Final Entry form will close at 5pm EST on Friday, August 29th. If you do not submit the final…