Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…

First steps when working with a Thoroughbred that’s fresh off the track…

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

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

Ex-racehorses excelling in harness rather than under saddle.…

The transition off the track can leave Thoroughbreds susceptible to opportunistic skin diseases…

Getting OTTBs off the farm and introducing them to new things are integral parts of Makeover preparation…

Specialized tack and equipment help horses run their best race…

How to rehab an injured ex-racehorse and prevent re-injury down the road.…

Racehorse naming is both an art and a science … and a lot of fun…

With the advent of social media, shopping for an OTTB became easy and fun. But there are some things the savvy shopper should know before saying “yes” to a pretty face online.…

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

Breaking from a starting gate doesn’t come naturally to a horse; learn how trainers teach their young Thoroughbreds this unique skill safely and effectively…

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

‘Letdown’ for retiring Thoroughbred racehorses is more about relationship-building than a predetermined amount of time off…

Memorable matches made at the ASPCA Makeover Marketplace…

Tips for identifying Thoroughbreds with unknown pasts…

Learn how jockeys and exercise riders communicate with their horses during training and races…

A step-by-step guide to marketing your off-track Thoroughbred, finding the right buyer and closing the deal successfully…

How to help your OTTB develop a beautiful neck and back…