Education
January 10, 2024
Navigating Thoroughbred Sales
If you know how Thoroughbred sales work, you might just find your next sport horse superstar at one.…
Education
January 5, 2024
Training Steeplechase Horses
Learn how these horses’ routines differ from those of flat racers…
January 5, 2024
Castrating Male Horses
Many male racehorses retire from the track intact; here’s what to expect if you acquire a colt or stallion and decide to geld him.…
January 5, 2024
Forage-Focused Diets
An increasing number of owners are exploring the benefits of forage-focused — if not forage-only — diets for their retired Thoroughbred racehorses.…
January 5, 2024
Picking Prospects: Winter 2024
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
January 4, 2024
Picking Prospects: Fall 2023
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
January 4, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Going For a Gallop
Jockey turned OTTB trainer Alice Beckman shares advice for asking for an open gallop outside of the arena.…
January 4, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Asking for the Lead Change
Alice Beckman draws on racing knowledge to explain how to cue for a lead change.…
January 4, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Balancing the Jumper On Landing
Rosie Napravnik shares some advice for the horse who “scoots” after a long spot or a dropped rail.…
January 4, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Developing the Sloppy Jumper
Rosie Napravnik shares some advice for the sloppy horse over low fences.…
January 2, 2024
2024 Thoroughbred Makeover Applications Open for Submission
Applications are open January 2nd through the 19th.…
December 5, 2023
Why Your OTTB (Probably) Isn’t a Rescue
It’s easy to throw the word “rescue” around, but the majority of Thoroughbreds are responsibly rehomed after racing.…
December 1, 2023
2024 Thoroughbred Makeover Rulebook Now Available
Application season is approaching for the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium!…
November 20, 2023
Make a Difference This Season for Thoroughbreds Beyond Racing
The RRP’s year-end giving campaign starts now. Can you help set us up for a great 2024?…
November 16, 2023
Retired Racehorse Project Discontinues Publication of Off-Track Thoroughbred Magazine
After eight years in print, the Retired Racehorse Project today announced that it will no longer produce its award-winning quarterly publication, Off-Track Thoroughbred Magazine. The forthcoming winter issue will be the last.…
November 10, 2023
Time to Catch Holiday Savings in the RRP Store!
The RRP Store is back online with holiday deals for every Thoroughbred lover on your list!…
October 18, 2023
2023 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium Raises Bar for Thoroughbred Second Careers
Returning to the Kentucky Horse Park for the eighth time since 2015, the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, took place on October 11-14 and welcomed 320 Thoroughbreds taking their first foray into new…
October 14, 2023
Knockemdown Crowned 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover Champion
Trained by Alison O’Dwyer, Knockemdown routed through Dressage to win both preliminary and Finale rounds of competition!…
October 13, 2023
The Celebration Continues at the Thoroughbred Makeover
The field is now set for the Thoroughbred Makeover Finale Championships.…
October 12, 2023
Preliminary Competition Concludes at the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium
Preliminary competition is now complete, setting the stage for the Finale Championships on Saturday.…
October 11, 2023
First Day of Competition Concludes at the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover
Over 300 horses are competing at the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover!…
October 4, 2023
Follow Along With the RRP’s Thoroughbred Makeover, October 11-14
Everyone can participate with our banner event, even from home!…
September 29, 2023
Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board Members and Officers, Establishes Advisory Council
The RRP announced the election of new officers as well as the creation of an advisory council.…
September 21, 2023
The Real Rider Cup Wraps Up Milestone Year in Fair Hill
The Real Rider Cup raised over $140,000 this year for Thoroughbred aftercare!…
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