August 5, 20242024 Aftercare Industry Month: Networking Within the IndustryPresented by Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation. Originally recorded February 20, 2024.…Read More
August 5, 20242024 Aftercare Industry Month: How Does Your Contract Hold Up?Presented by Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation. Originally recorded February 13, 2024.…Read More
August 5, 20242024 Aftercare Industry Month: Making Aftercare Your Full-Time JobPresented by Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation. Originally recorded February 6, 2024.…Read More
August 1, 2024Trainer Newsletter: Final Entry OpenThe Final Entry form is officially open! Log into the Trainer Portal now to complete your form. The Final Entry form will close at 5pm EST on Thursday, August 15th. If you do not submit the final entry form and…Read More
August 1, 2024Retired Racehorse Project Introduces Makeover Champions Program for Racing IndustryThe program invites members of the Thoroughbred racing industry to demonstrate public support for former connected horses who are headed to the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover.…Read More
July 29, 2024Selling the Transitioned ThoroughbredSelling the transitioned Thoroughbred, whether that horse is still developing or is considered more finished, is a bit of a different process than selling prospects right off the track: we consulted two experienced sellers to learn more.…Read More
July 16, 2024Volunteer Sign-Ups Now Open for 2024 Thoroughbred MakeoverHelp us produce the biggest celebration in Thoroughbred aftercare on October 9-12!…Read More
July 15, 2024Retired Racehorse Project Elects New Board MembersPat Cummings and Sarah Williams have joined the RRP board.…Read More
July 15, 2024Veterinary Checks on the TrackUnderstand the different roles veterinarians play at the racetrack to help keep Thoroughbred racing as safe as it can be for the horses.…Read More
July 11, 20242024 Thoroughbred Makeover Silent Auction Now Accepting DonationsSupport the Retired Racehorse Project’s biggest Thoroughbred Makeover fundraiser!…Read More
July 10, 2024July Trainer Newsletter: Horses & Disciplines & Stalls, Oh My!I don’t have a witty opening, I just simply cannot stress enough how important it is that you read this newsletter. The horse registration deadline is closing and the Final Entry period is looming. Both are mandatory for all Makeover…Read More
July 9, 2024Connect With the RRP at Saratoga on Whitney WeekendThe RRP will have a presence at Saratoga via NYRA’s Community Booth on Friday, August 2!…Read More
June 24, 2024Ask a Trainer: Developing Quality GaitsUSEF “R” Hunter judge and trainer Sissy Wickes shares her slow and steady method for improving gait quality in the recently-retired racehorse.…Read More
June 19, 2024Common Racing Injuries & Their Implications for Performance Careers: FracturesThoroughbred racehorses can often have successful second careers after fractures, given proper rest, treatment and recovery.…Read More
June 18, 2024June Trainer Newsletter: Two Weeks RemainingNo, 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…Read More
June 18, 2024Claiborne Farm and Lane’s End Farm Co-Sponsor Thoroughbred Makeover Former Broodmare DivisionFirst run as a pilot program in 2023, the Former Broodmare division is now an official competition avenue at the Thoroughbred Makeover.…Read More
June 13, 2024Mareworthy Charities & the RRP to Host Thoroughbred Broodmare Transition SymposiumThe symposium will take place on July 10, 2024 at Spy Coast Farm in Lexington, KY.…Read More
June 12, 2024RRP Wins United Horse Coalition’s Unity AwardRRP staff and board members were honored at the American Horse Council luncheon on June 11.…Read More
June 10, 2024Anonymous Donor to Match $4,500 in RRP’s Fund-a-Need CampaignThis pledged contribution will be matched in a series of monthly fundraisers to double the impact of donations.…Read More
June 3, 20242024 Thoroughbred Makeover Ambassador Award Now Open for NominationThe 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…Read More
May 29, 2024Thoroughbred Makeover Adds Clinic OpportunitiesClinics 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.…Read More
May 27, 2024Selecting the Best Hay for Your OTTBUnderstand the differences in hay available to your off-track Thoroughbred…Read More
May 24, 2024May Trainer Newsletter: Upcoming Deadlines, Makeover Updates, and other EventsThe 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…Read More
May 23, 2024After the Races & Retired Racehorse Project Split Win in Resolute Racing’s Poker For Ponies TournamentATR 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.…Read More