Education
November 26, 2024
To Pass or To Fail: That Used to Be the Question
Whether a horse “passes” or “fails” a pre-purchase exam (PPE) is an outdated interpretation: how can a PPE help a buyer?…
Education
buying and selling
May 13, 2024
Picking Prospects Summer 2024
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
January 10, 2024
Navigating Thoroughbred Sales
If you know how Thoroughbred sales work, you might just find your next sport horse superstar at one.…
August 5, 2024
2024 Aftercare Industry Month: How Does Your Contract Hold Up?
Presented by Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation. Originally recorded February 13, 2024.…
November 20, 2022
Picking Prospects: Winter 2023
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…
July 29, 2024
Selling the Transitioned Thoroughbred
Selling the transitioned Thoroughbred, whether that horse is still developing or is considered more finished, is a bit of a different process than selling prospects right off the track: we consulted two experienced sellers to learn more.…
March 31, 2023
Picking Prospects: Spring 2023
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…
November 20, 2022
How To OTTB-Shop
What to know about the various avenues for adopting or buying a recently retired racehorse.…
January 12, 2024
Budgeting For an OTTB
Breaking down the costs associated with OTTB ownership…
July 27, 2023
Picking Prospects: Summer 2023
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…
March 30, 2023
A Parent’s Guide to OTTB Ownership
Pros, cons and advice for parents considering off-track Thoroughbreds for their young riders…
September 15, 2022
Picking Prospects: Fall 2022
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…
December 1, 2021
Picking Prospects: Winter 2022
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…
January 17, 2023
Webinar: Marketing Your Thoroughbred For Sale (2021)
Featuring Caraneen Smith of BigEq.com and Bethany Pastorial of Bethany P Photography. Recorded July 2021.…
July 21, 2025
Ask a Trainer: Pairing Juniors & OTTBs
Professional Julia Jesu tackles a common question: how do you ensure that a green OTTB is the right horse for a junior rider?…
January 5, 2024
Picking Prospects: Winter 2024
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
September 15, 2022
OTTB for Hire
The pros, cons and particulars of leasing out your horse.…
August 5, 2024
2024 Aftercare Industry Month: Making Aftercare Your Full-Time Job
Presented by Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation. Originally recorded February 6, 2024.…
August 5, 2024
2024 Aftercare Industry Month: The Difficult-to-Place Horse
Presented by Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation. Originally recorded February 27, 2024.…
August 1, 2023
Horse Listings Pitfalls… And How to Avoid Them
Crafting the perfect horse listing is true art. Here are a few common pitfalls in writing and producing horse listings, and how to avoid them to make sure your horse stands out from the crowd!…
March 24, 2025
Picking Prospects Winter 2025
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
November 20, 2022
Make Me a Match
What goes into a perfect match between an OTTB and a rider? Two seasoned pros share their tips.…
October 14, 2024
Picking Prospects Fall 2024
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
February 12, 2024
Picking Prospects: Spring 2024
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
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