Education
May 11, 2022
How to Acquire an Off-Track Thoroughbred
You know you want to put a Thoroughbred ex-racehorse in your barn… but how?…
Education
May 11, 2022
How to Place a Retiring Thoroughbred
You’ve decided it’s time to retire your horse — where do you start?…
May 10, 2022
Keeping Track of Your Former Racehorse
The majority of second-career owners would love to stay in touch with you about your former horse!…
May 10, 2022
Transferring Ownership
While the nature of buying and selling Thoroughbreds from the track into second careers often means they’re bought sight-unseen, there are plenty of ways buyers and sellers can protect themselves and their horses.…
May 9, 2022
What Is Aftercare?
The aftercare industry consists of different types of organizations and the open market working together for the benefit of the horse.…
May 6, 2022
When Is It Time to Retire?
Demand for retiring Thoroughbreds is growing — but there is one key factor affecting how easily you can place your ex-racer.…
May 6, 2022
Why Our Work Matters
While there are numerous “alphabet soup” organizations working in Thoroughbred aftercare, it’s the unique work of the RRP that sets it apart from the field.…
May 5, 2022
Reading a Feed Tag, Part II
In Reading a Feed Tag (Part 1) we discussed basic items required on feed tags and their implications to feed quality and consistency. In Part 2 we are going to discuss guaranteed analysis and ingredient evaluation in more detail.…
May 4, 2022
Cold Weather Concerns for OTTBs
Managing horses in cold weather is not difficult but there are some special concerns that need to be addressed in order to keep your horse safe, comfortable and healthy.…
May 4, 2022
Reading a Feed Tag, Part I
The information on a feed tag can help you decide if a particular feed will help meet the objectives you have for your horse. However, nutritional details may be limited depending on how much information is presented on the tag.…
May 4, 2022
The First 100 Days
How you handle the care and nutrition of your Thoroughbred in the first 100 days of his second career can affect his long-term success.…
May 4, 2022
Feeding For Energy
Your feed regimen can have a big effect on your horse’s attitude and energy levels.…
May 4, 2022
Growing Good Feet Through Nutrition
Nutrition is not the only key to creating good feet, but it plays a major role.…
May 4, 2022
Hard Keepers Don’t Need to Be Thin
While some Thoroughbreds are harder keepers than other breeds or individuals, there’s no need for them to stay thin. Here are some tips for building a good diet for your hard keeper.…
May 4, 2022
Gastric Ulcers and OTTBs
Gastric ulcers are a major concern for both racehorses and off-track Thoroughbreds.…
May 4, 2022
Supporting the OTTB Topline
Many factors can contribute to a weak topline in the recently-retired Thoroughbred.…
April 29, 2022
How to Take a Jaw-Dropping Conformation Photo
Don’t curse your sale horse with the equine equivalent of a bad yearbook photo — show him off by learning how to photograph him to his best advantage!…
April 28, 2022
Common Injuries in Retiring Racehorses
Buyers and adopters of horses should learn as much as possible about the physical condition of the horses they are considering.…
April 28, 2022
Thoroughbred Influence is Alive and Well at 2022 LRK3DE
Presented by Eventing Nation…
April 28, 2022
The Thoroughbreds of the 2018 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event
Which full-blooded Thoroughbreds can hold their own at the highest level of eventing?…
April 28, 2022
The Thoroughbreds of the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Which full-blooded Thoroughbreds competed in the 2017 event?…
April 20, 2022
The Thoroughbred Lovers’ Guide to the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event
All things RRP at LRK3DE!…
April 13, 2022
Anthony Patch is our 2022 “Thoroughbred of the Kentucky Three-Day”
Eventing fans, rejoice… the Thoroughbreds of the Kentucky Three-Day poster series RETURNS for 2022!…
April 5, 2022
Come See Us At Equine Affaire!
Columbus, we’re coming to you!…
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