Education
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!…
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…
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!…
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.…
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.…
March 25, 2024
Ask a Trainer: Introducing Lateral Work
Alison O’Dwyer shares her tried and true method to introduce lateral work to the green OTTB.…
March 14, 2024
RRP Launches 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover Fundraising Initiatives
Learn more about the Make the Makeover and Fund-a-Need campaigns!…
March 11, 2024
Building a Nutrition Plan for Your OTTB
How to feed your retired racehorse: Start with high-quality pasture and hay, then look to grain to shore up any deficiencies, consulting experts whenever possible.…
March 7, 2024
2024 Thoroughbred Makeover Vendor Fair Applications Now Open
Reserve your space by April 30 to secure early bird pricing!…
February 28, 2024
Tendon Injuries in Off-Track Thoroughbreds
If you give an OTTB with a tendon injury the time necessary to recover fully and are diligent about preventing re-injury, the horse can have a long, healthy second career.…
February 15, 2024
396 Trainers Accepted to 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover
Accepted trainers have signed up to bring a total of 416 horses.…
February 12, 2024
Picking Prospects: Spring 2024
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
January 23, 2024
Strong to the Core: Under Saddle
Apply these techniques to build your OTTB’s second-career strength and agility…
January 12, 2024
Budgeting For an OTTB
Breaking down the costs associated with OTTB ownership…
January 12, 2024
RRP to Host Aftercare Industry Month Virtual Conference
Aftercare Industry Month is coming in February!…
January 12, 2024
Developing the Perfect Foxhunter
Are you inspired to try your hand at hunting? We’ll walk you through the process of finding a hunt and preparing your off-track Thoroughbred for his first outings.…
January 12, 2024
First Rides
Confidence, planning and flexibility can set you up for success when retraining a horse directly off the track…
January 12, 2024
The Rewards of Rehab
Even OTTBs with major injuries can return to the top levels of sport with careful, customized rehabilitation plans…
January 10, 2024
More Than Fast
Whether dominating professional and high school rodeo or local jackpots, OTTBs are proving they have the athleticism and trainability to excel in barrel racing.…
January 10, 2024
Navigating Thoroughbred Sales
If you know how Thoroughbred sales work, you might just find your next sport horse superstar at one.…
January 5, 2024
Training Steeplechase Horses
Learn how these horses’ routines differ from those of flat racers…
January 5, 2024
Castrating Male Horses
Many male racehorses retire from the track intact; here’s what to expect if you acquire a colt or stallion and decide to geld him.…
January 5, 2024
Forage-Focused Diets
An increasing number of owners are exploring the benefits of forage-focused — if not forage-only — diets for their retired Thoroughbred racehorses.…
January 5, 2024
Picking Prospects: Winter 2024
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
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