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March 31, 2023

Caring for Racehorse Hooves

How farriers, grooms and trainers work together to keep runners’ feet in top condition…
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May 5, 2025

Unsung Heroes: How Pony Horses Shape Racehorses and OTTBs

The pony horse and rider play an essential part in keeping things running smoothly at the racetrack.…
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June 3, 2025

Understanding Different Types of Track Conditions

From fast to firm, learn what the track conditions mean and how they affect Thoroughbreds on race day and beyond.…
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May 8, 2025

Webinar: Life After the Finish Line: Keeping Retired Racehorses Healthy From the Inside Out

Sponsored by Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation. Originally recorded May 5, 2025.…
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June 16, 2025

Picking Prospects: Spring 2025

Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
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August 11, 2025

A Day in the Life of a Racehorse: Racing Day

Follow along as a 3-year-old Thoroughbred filly captures her first win.…
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February 25, 2025

Conditioning Off-Track Thoroughbreds

Proper conditioning helps Thoroughbreds transition from the racetrack by building strength, reducing injury risk and preparing them to thrive in their next chapters.…
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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?…
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February 10, 2025

Ask a Trainer: Conquering Trailering Issues

Professional Lauren Burke shares her whole-horse approach to making trailer loading and hauling a smooth, stress-free process.…
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March 24, 2025

Picking Prospects Winter 2025

Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
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September 8, 2025

Ask a Trainer: Introducing Turnout

Bridget Heasley answers: “How do I safely introduce turnout to a recently-retired racehorse?”…
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April 1, 2021

Unbiased

Trainers explain why they don’t overlook a nice OTTB just because she’s a mare…
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August 25, 2025

Picking Prospects: Summer 2025

Makeover staff evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
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July 2, 2025

Senior OTTB Nutrition, Health & Career Considerations

Help your aging OTTB thrive with balanced senior horse nutrition and a workload that supports his health, comfort, and performance as he gets older.…
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March 11, 2025

Kissing Spines in OTTBs

Learn how veterinarians diagnose and treat kissing spines in Thoroughbreds and other horses.…
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