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July 15, 2024
Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board Members
Pat Cummings and Sarah Williams have joined the RRP board.…
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July 15, 2024
Veterinary Checks on the Track
Understand the different roles veterinarians play at the racetrack to help keep Thoroughbred racing as safe as it can be for the horses.…
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July 11, 2024
2024 Thoroughbred Makeover Silent Auction Now Accepting Donations
Support the Retired Racehorse Project’s biggest Thoroughbred Makeover fundraiser!…
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July 9, 2024
Connect With the RRP at Saratoga on Whitney Weekend
The RRP will have a presence at Saratoga via NYRA’s Community Booth on Friday, August 2!…
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June 24, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Developing Quality Gaits
USEF “R” Hunter judge and trainer Sissy Wickes shares her slow and steady method for improving gait quality in the recently-retired racehorse.…
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June 19, 2024
Common Racing Injuries & Their Implications for Performance Careers: Fractures
Thoroughbred racehorses can often have successful second careers after fractures, given proper rest, treatment and recovery.…
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June 18, 2024
June Trainer Newsletter: Two Weeks Remaining
No, the subject line is not a typo. There are only two weeks left to make a number of changes to your 2024 entries or submit late applications! No time quite like the present to increase your horse count, change…
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June 18, 2024
Claiborne Farm and Lane’s End Farm Co-Sponsor Thoroughbred Makeover Former Broodmare Division
First run as a pilot program in 2023, the Former Broodmare division is now an official competition avenue at the Thoroughbred Makeover.…
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June 13, 2024
Mareworthy Charities & the RRP to Host Thoroughbred Broodmare Transition Symposium
The symposium will take place on July 10, 2024 at Spy Coast Farm in Lexington, KY.…
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June 12, 2024
RRP Wins United Horse Coalition’s Unity Award
RRP staff and board members were honored at the American Horse Council luncheon on June 11.…
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June 10, 2024
Anonymous Donor to Match $4,500 in RRP’s Fund-a-Need Campaign
This pledged contribution will be matched in a series of monthly fundraisers to double the impact of donations.…
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June 3, 2024
2024 Thoroughbred Makeover Ambassador Award Now Open for Nomination
The award is now designed to recognize a Thoroughbred Makeover graduate horse which has gone on to serve as an ambassador for the athleticism and trainability of the retired racehorse in its career beyond racing…
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May 29, 2024
Thoroughbred Makeover Adds Clinic Opportunities
Clinics and guided schooling will be offered at the conclusion of preliminary competition for horses and their trainers that did not qualify for the Finale Championships.…
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May 27, 2024
Selecting the Best Hay for Your OTTB
Understand the differences in hay available to your off-track Thoroughbred…
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May 24, 2024
May Trainer Newsletter: Upcoming Deadlines, Makeover Updates, and other Events
The 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover is fast approaching! Now is the time to make sure you are prepared for the upcoming deadlines such as horse registrations, entry type changes, jumping video submissions, and more. The Real Rider Cup and the Thoroughbred…
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May 23, 2024
After the Races & Retired Racehorse Project Split Win in Resolute Racing’s Poker For Ponies Tournament
ATR and the RRP jointly announced their gratitude and appreciation for splitting the win in Resolute Racing’s Poker For Ponies Tournament earlier this month on May 1.…
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May 13, 2024
Picking Prospects May 2024
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
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May 3, 2024
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: HERO PICO Donated as Top Prize for Make the Makeover Fundraiser!
Great news, Thoroughbred Makeover class of 2024! Thanks to the incredible generosity of Magnus Magnetica, we’re thrilled to share with you today that we’re offering a TOP PRIZE for the Makeover trainer who raises the most funds for the RRP…
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April 30, 2024
The Real Rider Cup Announces 2024 Competition Dates
Mark your calendars: the friendly show jumping competition returns for 2024 to raise funds for Thoroughbred aftercare!…
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April 29, 2024
Understanding Track Surfaces for Racehorse Safety
Consistency of racing surfaces at a track, between surfaces and from track to track is key for racehorse safety…
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April 19, 2024
April Trainer Newsletter: EHV-1, KY3DE, and Fundraising Tips!
There are 189 days until the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover, but who’s counting? Now that we have your attention, please take a moment to catch up with our April trainer newsletter. What follows is important information regarding your horse’s vaccination requirements,…
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April 15, 2024
The Thoroughbred Lovers’ Guide to the 2024 KY3DE
Join the RRP for Thoroughbred-centric activities at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day-Event, April 25-28!…
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April 11, 2024
Erin Gilmore Photography Announced as Official Show Photographer of 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover
Erin Gilmore Photography covers internationally rated equestrian events as official photographer in the Northeast USA and beyond.…
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April 5, 2024
Save in the RRP Store in the Spring Fling Sale!
Score seasonal savings in the RRP Store and wear your OTTB pride.…
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