Education
December 1, 2021
Grooming on the Track
Racehorses, just like riding and show horses, get groomed to the nines…
Education
OTTB Magazine
November 20, 2022
From the Racetrack to the Ranch
The transition for an OTTB from the track to the Western disciplines isn’t about speed but patience.…
April 1, 2018
English Saddle Fitting for OTTBs
Keep your horse comfortable as he transitions off the track…
March 1, 2020
Registering Racehorses
A Thoroughbred’s paper trail begins at conception and continues through his racing career…
June 1, 2019
Comeback Kids
Patience, perseverance key for bringing OTTBs back from injuries sustained post-racing…
December 1, 2017
In the Driver’s Seat
Ex-racehorses excelling in harness rather than under saddle.…
June 1, 2020
What’s Your Makeover Horse Worth?
Assessing an OTTB’s value as it transitions to a new career is far from an exact science…
September 1, 2019
Picking Prospects: Fall 2019
Makeover trainers evaluate sport horse potential based on conformation shots…
June 1, 2020
Paddock Schooling
The paddock provides a space for bettors and racing interests to evaluate horses…
April 1, 2019
Place Your Bets
A guide to handicapping a horse race that any Thoroughbred fan can follow…
June 1, 2016
The Thrill of the ‘Chase
Thoroughbreds race again in their second careers as steeplechasers…
September 1, 2021
Rising Worth
The demand for and value of quality off-track Thoroughbreds has increased…
March 1, 2019
Racehorse Recovery
Steps trainers and grooms take to help racehorses cool down and recover after a strenuous workout or race…
July 18, 2022
The Amateur Owner Lifestyle
How working adults balance busy lives and OTTB ownership.…
April 1, 2016
Gate Training
Breaking from a starting gate doesn’t come naturally to a horse; learn how trainers teach their young Thoroughbreds this unique skill safely and effectively…
July 1, 2022
The Claiming Game
Understand this unique type of race, its benefits and its specifications.…
April 1, 2019
3-Phase Strong
How to turn your OTTB into a well-rounded event horse…
June 1, 2021
Managing Ankle Injuries Acquired on the Racetrack
Don’t overlook an OTTB with imperfect fetlocks, says a renowned equine surgeon…
September 1, 2016
Prepping Yearlings for Sales
Getting a gangly yearling sale-ready is an art that sets the horse up for a lifetime of good manners.…
December 1, 2019
From the Ground Up
Establishing connection, confidence and a foundation for your OTTB through groundwork…
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