Education
April 1, 2022
International Aftercare Successes
How racing and aftercare organizations around the world are making strides to care for horses once their racing careers end…
Education
April 1, 2022
Empty Nesters
How to successfully transition broodmares to riding careers…
March 15, 2022
Last Chance for Spring Cleaning Sale!
It’s our LAST CHANCE on spring cleaning! Take 50% off of outerwear in the RRP Store, plus an ADDITIONAL 10% off all sale items! (10% additional savings reflected in cart.)…
February 25, 2022
RRP Master Class at Grand-Prix Eventing Festival at Bruce’s Field Features Buck Davidson
The Retired Racehorse Project’s Master Class retraining clinic returns to the Grand-Prix Eventing Festival at Bruce’s Field on March 4, 2022!…
February 15, 2022
482 Trainers Accepted to Thoroughbred Makeover
The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announces today the acceptance of 482 trainers, including both individuals and team members, to the 2022 class of the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA).…
February 15, 2022
482 Trainers Accepted to 2022 Thoroughbred Makeover
Eventing Nation…
February 11, 2022
Kirsten Green Named Executive Director of the Retired Racehorse Project
Kirsten Green has been named as the new executive director of the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) at the conclusion of a national search by a hiring committee comprised of board members.…
February 1, 2022
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with #HeartOfAThoroughbred Contest!
There’s no doubt that Thoroughbreds have heart — that’s what draws so many of us to the breed!…
January 31, 2022
2022 Thoroughbred Makeover Vendor Fair Now Open for Application
The Vendor Fair is located in the TCA Covered Arena on the concourse, which is the hub of activity at the Thoroughbred Makeover all week long including with competition, demonstrations and seminars. Outdoor spaces are also available.…
January 25, 2022
Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board Members and Officers
The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) is pleased to announce the election of a new board chair, Sue Smith, and vice chair, Richard Lamb, along with the addition of three new board members: Malinda Lawrence, JudithAnn Hartman, and Clare and Tom…
January 11, 2022
T.I.P. Announces Expanded Championships at Thoroughbred Makeover
After a successful Barrel Racing Championships in 2021, T.I.P. and the Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) are partnering to offer an expanded Western Championships and a Central Region Dressage Championships during the 2022 Thoroughbred Makeover.…
January 3, 2022
Thoroughbred Makeover Applications Open
Thoroughbred Daily News…
January 3, 2022
2022 Thoroughbred Makeover Applications Open For Submission
Applications for the 2022 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, are now open for submission through close of business day on January 21.…
December 3, 2021
After the Finish Line’s Charity Auction of Breeders’ Cup Hats to Benefit RRP & Others
After the Finish Line’s 6th Annual Charity Auction of Breeders’ Cup Hats starts this Sunday, December 5th. The auction, which runs for one week, is one of After the Finish Line’s fundraisers that benefits its grant making activity.…
December 1, 2021
Your OTTB Colic Prevention Plan
Tips for preventing colic during the retirement, retraining and rehoming processes…
December 1, 2021
Growing Up in the Bluegrass
Why Central Kentucky is a prime breeding ground for Thoroughbred racehorses…
December 1, 2021
Flatwork for All
Flatwork essentials for OTTBs that lay the foundation for any discipline…
December 1, 2021
From Admirer to Owner
How to keep tabs on your favorite racehorses, and best practices for buying a horse at the end of its racing career…
December 1, 2021
2022 Thoroughbred Makeover Rulebook Now Available
An updated rulebook is now available to be read online for the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America. Print copies will be available for purchase at a later date.…
December 1, 2021
Picking Prospects: Winter 2022
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…
December 1, 2021
Grooming on the Track
Racehorses, just like riding and show horses, get groomed to the nines…
November 29, 2021
Running in Different Circles: Field Hunters Win at Racehorse Makeover
The Pilot…
November 24, 2021
Jen Roytz to Step Back From RRP Leadership
After serving for four years as Retired Racehorse Project’s executive director and five years prior to that as a board member, Jen Roytz announced this week that she will be stepping down from her leadership role at the end of…
November 23, 2021
Can You Rise to the RRP’s Challenge?
Dr. Carolyn Karlson will match donations this season up to $25,000.…
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