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, 2020 Dealing With Hoof AbscessesA step-by-step guide to managing this frustrating yet treatable hoof infection…Read More
December 1, 2017 Give ‘Em A BreakWhy many Thoroughbreds need to be “let down” after retiring from the track.…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
September 1, 2020 Teaching Your OTTB to LongeWhat to do if your new off-track Thoroughbred doesn’t know longeing basics…Read More
December 1, 2021 Growing Up in the BluegrassWhy Central Kentucky is a prime breeding ground for Thoroughbred racehorses…Read More
December 1, 2017 In the Driver’s SeatEx-racehorses excelling in harness rather than under saddle.…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
June 1, 2019 Microchipping Your HorseRegister and track your Thoroughbred with this important identification tool…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
March 1, 2019 Racehorse RecoverySteps trainers and grooms take to help racehorses cool down and recover after a strenuous workout or race…Read More
September 1, 2021 Sitting WellApproach each ride on your OTTB with keen perception and positive action…Read More
December 1, 2017 Managing Limb Deviations in FoalsChances are, your OTTB was managed carefully to ensure he grew up with well-balanced limbs…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
July 1, 2022 The Claiming GameUnderstand this unique type of race, its benefits and its specifications.…Read More
June 1, 2016 The Thrill of the ‘ChaseThoroughbreds race again in their second careers as steeplechasers…Read More
September 1, 2020 Taking the Worry Out of ItHow to manage OTTBs that experience separation anxiety…Read More
April 1, 2022 International Aftercare SuccessesHow racing and aftercare organizations around the world are making strides to care for horses once their racing careers end…Read More