March 24, 2025 Picking Prospects Winter 2025Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…Read More
March 19, 2025 March 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, 2025 Enter Our 2025 Sticker Slogan Contest!The winning slogan will be one of our new sticker designs for 2025!…Read More
March 17, 2025 Sponsorships 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, 2025 Kissing Spines in OTTBsLearn how veterinarians diagnose and treat kissing spines in Thoroughbreds and other horses.…Read More
March 6, 2025 Erin 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
March 1, 2025 Tip of the Iceberg: After 15 Years, Retired Racehorse Project Looks AheadMid-Atlantic Thoroughbred…Read More
February 25, 2025 Conditioning 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, 2025 2025 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, 2025 2025 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, 2025 Ask 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, 2025 James & 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, 2025 DNF: 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, 2025 Tally Ho: Ex-Racehorses Can Find Homes in the Hunt FieldMid-Atlantic Thoroughbred…Read More
January 17, 2025 RRP’s Aftercare Industry Month Virtual Conference Returns for 2025Four webinar sessions featuring panelists from both non-profit organizations as well as business entities will delve into a range of topics that pertain to everyone who works in Thoroughbred aftercare.…Read More
January 15, 2025 Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board MembersWelcome, Chris Knehr and Robert Hartman!…Read More
January 13, 2025 2024 Thoroughbred Broodmare Transition Symposium: Reconditioning the BroodmareFeaturing Larkspur Carroll, founder and owner of CORE Therapies, and Natanya Nieman, DVM, General Manager and Resident Veterinarian of WinStar Farm.…Read More
January 13, 2025 2024 Thoroughbred Broodmare Transition Symposium: Nutrition for Transitioning BroodmaresFeaturing Catherine Whitehouse, Nutritionist at Kentucky Equine Research.…Read More
January 13, 2025 2024 Thoroughbred Broodmare Transition Symposium: Broodmare Marketing & AdminFeaturing Hillary Ramspacher, Equine Administrator and Sales Coordinator for Burleson Farm and independent rehoming agent…Read More
January 13, 2025 2024 Thoroughbred Broodmare Transition Symposium: Managing Broodmare HealthFeaturing Karen Wolfsdorf, DVM, SACT, Reproduction and Fertility, Hagyard Medical Institute…Read More
December 31, 2024 Buying & Selling Thoroughbreds PrivatelyPeople buy and sell Thoroughbred racehorses in more ways than through claiming races and at public auction. Here’s the inside scoop from racehorse trainers themselves.…Read More