December 1, 2016 What Makes a Turf vs. a Dirt Horse?Trainers consider footing preferences, pedigree and way of going when deciding which racing surface to run a horse on.…Read More
April 1, 2021 The Essential Equine Emergency KitHaving a well-stocked first-aid kit and the skills necessary to use it can make all the difference when trouble arises…Read More
December 1, 2017 Give ‘Em A BreakWhy many Thoroughbreds need to be “let down” after retiring from the track.…Read More
December 1, 2017 The Power of the PPsWhat your OTTB’s past performance record can potentially tell you about his second-career capabilities…Read More
June 1, 2017 Surviving Stall RestA shift in diet, environment and enrichment can help your OTTB face confinement while he heals.…Read More
June 1, 2016 The Thrill of the ‘ChaseThoroughbreds race again in their second careers as steeplechasers…Read More
June 1, 2019 Microchipping Your HorseRegister and track your Thoroughbred with this important identification tool…Read More
September 1, 2019 Nutritional Supplements for Your OTTBHow to evaluate product quality and claims, plus supplement categories that might benefit your horse…Read More
April 1, 2022 Off-Track HoovesHow farriers manage horses that come off the track with common hoof issues such as thin soles and low heels…Read More
March 1, 2020 Registering RacehorsesA Thoroughbred’s paper trail begins at conception and continues through his racing career…Read More
April 1, 2020 Green on GreenAre OTTBs appropriate for novice riders? Here are some factors to consider.…Read More
December 1, 2016 The Truth About Respiratory IssuesUpper respiratory conditions don’t affect racehorses as often as other types of ailments, but can have significant impact when they do.…Read More
April 1, 2017 Tendon Injuries, Past and PresentHow to rehab an injured ex-racehorse and prevent re-injury down the road.…Read More
March 1, 2019 Racehorse RecoverySteps trainers and grooms take to help racehorses cool down and recover after a strenuous workout or race…Read More
November 20, 2022 Make Me a MatchWhat goes into a perfect match between an OTTB and a rider? Two seasoned pros share their tips.…Read More
July 1, 2022 Biosecurity Tips for Traveling OTTBsHow to reduce your horse’s risk of picking up pathogens at clinics, trail rides and horse shows.…Read More
December 1, 2018 Stereotypic BehaviorsCommonly called “stable vices,” these are more than bad habits but not necessarily a reason to pass on a prospect…Read More
September 1, 2020 Taking the Worry Out of ItHow to manage OTTBs that experience separation anxiety…Read More