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February 10, 2025
Ask a Trainer: Conquering Trailering Issues
Professional Lauren Burke shares her whole-horse approach to making trailer loading and hauling a smooth, stress-free process.…
January 26, 2026
Feeding Fat to Your Thoroughbred
Adding fat could benefit your horse. But with so many fat sources available, how do you decide which one is best?…
November 3, 2025
Enrichment Ideas for Busy OTTBs
Here’s how to reduce boredom when stall confinement is necessary.…
March 30, 2026
Basic Exercises For Every Showing Horse & Rider
Reprinted 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…
May 8, 2025
Webinar: Life After the Finish Line: Keeping Retired Racehorses Healthy From the Inside Out
Sponsored by Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation. Originally recorded May 5, 2025.…
September 8, 2025
Ask a Trainer: Introducing Turnout
Bridget Heasley answers: “How do I safely introduce turnout to a recently-retired racehorse?”…
March 31, 2023
Caring for Racehorse Hooves
How farriers, grooms and trainers work together to keep runners’ feet in top condition…
December 30, 2025
Feeding a Still-Growing OTTB
Various dietary factors need to be considered when transitioning a young OTTB to a second career.…
July 21, 2025
Ask a Trainer: Pairing Juniors & OTTBs
Professional Julia Jesu tackles a common question: how do you ensure that a green OTTB is the right horse for a junior rider?…
October 21, 2025
From the Ground Up: Improving Hoof Quality in Off-Track Thoroughbreds
With consistent care, teamwork, and proper nutrition, most OTTBs can develop strong, balanced hooves that support soundness and success in a second career.…
March 18, 2026
2026 Thoroughbred Wellness Expo: No Foot, No Horse with Amy Sidwar-Seaver
The 2026 Thoroughbred Wellness Expo took place on February 28 at Virginia Tech’s Marion du Pont Scott Equine Medical Center…
March 24, 2025
Picking Prospects Winter 2025
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots.…
February 25, 2025
Conditioning Off-Track Thoroughbreds
Proper conditioning helps Thoroughbreds transition from the racetrack by building strength, reducing injury risk and preparing them to thrive in their next chapters.…
February 10, 2026
Dental Care for Thoroughbreds
Make sure your Thoroughbred receives high-quality maintenance dentistry for optimal performance and comfort.…
March 11, 2025
Kissing Spines in OTTBs
Learn how veterinarians diagnose and treat kissing spines in Thoroughbreds and other horses.…
June 3, 2025
Understanding Different Types of Track Conditions
From fast to firm, learn what the track conditions mean and how they affect Thoroughbreds on race day and beyond.…
March 18, 2026
2026 Thoroughbred Wellness Expo: When Breathing Goes Off Track with Dr. Elsa Ludwig
The 2026 Thoroughbred Wellness Expo took place on February 28 at Virginia Tech’s Marion du Pont Scott Equine Medical Center…
November 17, 2025
Diagnosing Soft Tissue Injuries
Soft tissue injuries can vary in terms of rehabilitation and recovery time. Hagyard’s Dr. Hannah Weinberg takes us on a closer look.…
May 5, 2025
Unsung Heroes: How Pony Horses Shape Racehorses and OTTBs
The pony horse and rider play an essential part in keeping things running smoothly at the racetrack.…
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