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, 2020 Teaching Your OTTB to LongeWhat to do if your new off-track Thoroughbred doesn’t know longeing basics…Read More
June 1, 2021 Run Fast and Jump HighDiscover how the lifestyle of the steeplechase horse differs from that of a flat racer…Read More
September 1, 2016 Protecting Your Horse’s BackSome Thoroughbreds come off the track with tight or painful backs…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, 2018 How Much Does an OTTB Cost?From purchase price to routine care, find out what expenses you’ll likely encounter with your OTTB…Read More
April 1, 2016 Gate TrainingBreaking from a starting gate doesn’t come naturally to a horse; learn how trainers teach their young Thoroughbreds this unique skill safely and effectively…Read More
April 1, 2020 Maximum ExposureGetting OTTBs off the farm and introducing them to new things are integral parts of Makeover preparation…Read More
December 1, 2017 Give ‘Em A BreakWhy many Thoroughbreds need to be “let down” after retiring from the track.…Read More
June 1, 2018 Don’t Call Them UselessOptions for horses coming off the track that aren’t sound enough for athletic second careers…Read More
June 1, 2020 OTTBs and Skin CrudThe transition off the track can leave Thoroughbreds susceptible to opportunistic skin diseases…Read More
June 1, 2019 Microchipping Your HorseRegister and track your Thoroughbred with this important identification tool…Read More
November 20, 2022 Racehorse VacationsMany owners and trainers give their runners mental and physical breaks from the racetrack routine.…Read More
December 1, 2020 Gold Medal Tips for the Perfect ClipShave time off your cooldown and keep your horse comfortable during winter exercise with advice from professional groom Emma Ford…Read More
April 1, 2018 A Racehorse’s Best FriendTrack ponies play important roles both on training and race days…Read More
June 1, 2021 Managing Ankle Injuries Acquired on the RacetrackDon’t overlook an OTTB with imperfect fetlocks, says a renowned equine surgeon…Read More
September 1, 2018 What Racehorses WearSpecialized tack and equipment help horses run their best race…Read More