June 1, 2021 Managing Ankle Injuries Acquired on the RacetrackDon’t overlook an OTTB with imperfect fetlocks, says a renowned equine surgeon…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
April 1, 2017 Shoeing at the TrackShoeing the racehorse is not the same as shoeing the sport horse — learn about the differences.…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
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
December 1, 2020 Getting to Know You‘Letdown’ for retiring Thoroughbred racehorses is more about relationship-building than a predetermined amount of time off…Read More
September 1, 2021 The Art of GallopingLearn how jockeys and exercise riders communicate with their horses during training and races…Read More
June 1, 2018 Beyond ConventionalHow to optimize your OTTB’s comfort and performance with complementary and alternative therapies…Read More
April 1, 2017 Ticket to the TopFour riders recall the special OTTBs that took them to their first Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event.…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
December 1, 2017 Online OTTB Shopping Dos and Don’tsWith 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.…Read More
April 1, 2021 The Show Ring DebutTried-and-true techniques for helping make your retired racehorse’s first show a positive one…Read More
December 1, 2016 Therapy ThoroughbredsMeet four ex-racehorses helping heal human bodies and minds.…Read More
April 1, 2017 OTTBs in UniformThoroughbreds prove their worth as brave and dependable police mounts.…Read More
September 1, 2021 Rising WorthThe demand for and value of quality off-track Thoroughbreds has increased…Read More
April 1, 2018 English Saddle Fitting for OTTBsKeep your horse comfortable as he transitions off the track…Read More
April 1, 2016 Feeding Your OTTBYour retired racehorse’s nutritional needs are much different now than during his racing career…Read More
December 1, 2019 Picking Prospects: Winter 2020Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…Read More