February 10, 2026 Dental Care for ThoroughbredsMake sure your Thoroughbred receives high-quality maintenance dentistry for optimal performance and comfort.…Read More
August 25, 2025 Picking Prospects: Summer 2025Makeover staff evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…Read More
November 3, 2025 Enrichment Ideas for Busy OTTBsHere’s how to reduce boredom when stall confinement is necessary.…Read More
March 24, 2025 Picking Prospects Winter 2025Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…Read More
December 30, 2025 Feeding a Still-Growing OTTBVarious dietary factors need to be considered when transitioning a young OTTB to a second career.…Read More
March 18, 2026 2026 Thoroughbred Wellness Expo: From the Track to the Ring with Dr. Jeff BerkThe 2026 Thoroughbred Wellness Expo took place on February 28 at Virginia Tech’s Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center…Read More
September 8, 2025 Ask a Trainer: Introducing TurnoutBridget Heasley answers: “How do I safely introduce turnout to a recently-retired racehorse?”…Read More
April 1, 2021 UnbiasedTrainers explain why they don’t overlook a nice OTTB just because she’s a mare…Read More
March 18, 2026 2026 Thoroughbred Wellness Expo: No Foot, No Horse with Amy Sidwar-SeaverThe 2026 Thoroughbred Wellness Expo took place on February 28 at Virginia Tech’s Marion du Pont Scott Equine Medical Center…Read More
July 21, 2025 Ask a Trainer: Pairing Juniors & OTTBsProfessional Julia Jesu tackles a common question: how do you ensure that a green OTTB is the right horse for a junior rider?…Read More
March 11, 2025 Kissing Spines in OTTBsLearn how veterinarians diagnose and treat kissing spines in Thoroughbreds and other horses.…Read More
June 16, 2025 Picking Prospects: Spring 2025Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…Read More
May 8, 2025 Webinar: Life After the Finish Line: Keeping Retired Racehorses Healthy From the Inside OutSponsored by Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation. Originally recorded May 5, 2025.…Read More
January 26, 2026 Feeding Fat to Your ThoroughbredAdding fat could benefit your horse. But with so many fat sources available, how do you decide which one is best?…Read More
July 2, 2025 Senior OTTB Nutrition, Health & Career ConsiderationsHelp your aging OTTB thrive with balanced senior horse nutrition and a workload that supports his health, comfort, and performance as he gets older.…Read More
June 3, 2025 Understanding Different Types of Track ConditionsFrom fast to firm, learn what the track conditions mean and how they affect Thoroughbreds on race day and beyond.…Read More
May 5, 2025 Unsung Heroes: How Pony Horses Shape Racehorses and OTTBsThe pony horse and rider play an essential part in keeping things running smoothly at the racetrack.…Read More
March 30, 2026 Basic Exercises For Every Showing Horse & RiderReprinted from The Plaid Horse: Each week The Plaid Horse asks trainers a question and gathers their answers for you. These trainers have a range of experience, backgrounds, and focus points of their programs, so the answers have as much…Read More
February 24, 2026 The Will to Try: Diving Into the Psychology of the ThoroughbredThoroughbreds bring sensitivity and drive to second careers. Clear, thoughtful training helps riders make the most of those traits.…Read More
November 17, 2025 Diagnosing Soft Tissue InjuriesSoft tissue injuries can vary in terms of rehabilitation and recovery time. Hagyard’s Dr. Hannah Weinberg takes us on a closer look.…Read More