Are OTTBs appropriate for novice riders?  Here are some factors to consider.…

Getting a gangly yearling sale-ready is an art that sets the horse up for a lifetime of good manners.…

Even racehorses that succeed at the highest levels of the sport need rehoming.…

Tips for preventing colic during the retirement, retraining and rehoming processes…

How to choose the right bit and bridle for your OTTB…

Steps trainers and grooms take to help racehorses cool down and recover after a strenuous workout or race…

The pros, cons and particulars of leasing out your horse.…

The demand for and value of quality off-track Thoroughbreds has increased…

Seabiscuit, the popular runner in the 1930s who became the subject of a bestselling book in 1999 and a major movie in 2003, raced 35 times as a 2-year-old. That didn’t stop him from competing a total of 89 times…

How to optimize your OTTB’s comfort and performance with complementary and alternative therapies…

What to do if your new off-track Thoroughbred doesn’t know longeing basics…

Whether pointing horses to the starting gate or start box, training principles aren’t so different.…

Thoroughbreds race again in their second careers as steeplechasers…

Many riders hail Thoroughbreds as the safest steeds cross-country; is there truth to this claim?…

Shoeing the racehorse is not the same as shoeing the sport horse — learn about the differences.…

Track ponies play important roles both on training and race days…

Commonly called “stable vices,” these are more than bad habits but not necessarily a reason to pass on a prospect…

A step-by-step guide to managing this frustrating yet treatable hoof infection…

Establishing connection, confidence and a foundation for your OTTB through groundwork…

Having a well-stocked first-aid kit and the skills necessary to use it can make all the difference when trouble arises…