Education

OTTB Magazine

Education

OTTB Magazine

April 1, 2018

In Safe Hands

Many riders hail Thoroughbreds as the safest steeds cross-country; is there truth to this claim?…
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September 1, 2016

Protecting Your Horse’s Back

Some Thoroughbreds come off the track with tight or painful backs…
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September 15, 2022

OTTB for Hire

The pros, cons and particulars of leasing out your horse.…
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April 1, 2018

Name That Racehorse

Racehorse naming is both an art and a science … and a lot of fun…
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April 1, 2018

Royal Blood

Thoroughbreds have played a critical role in the development of modern-day Warmbloods.…
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April 1, 2022

Empty Nesters

How to successfully transition broodmares to riding careers…
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June 1, 2017

Surviving Stall Rest

A shift in diet, environment and enrichment can help your OTTB face confinement while he heals.…
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April 1, 2022

What Can This Horse Do?

How to evaluate recently retired racehorses for second careers…
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June 1, 2020

Paddock Schooling

The paddock provides a space for bettors and racing interests to evaluate horses…
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April 1, 2020

Green on Green

Are OTTBs appropriate for novice riders?  Here are some factors to consider.…
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April 1, 2021

The Great Headgear Dilemma

How to choose the right bit and bridle for your OTTB…
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June 1, 2019

Scrolling for a Sport Horse

How to scout for an OTTB online…
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December 1, 2018

How Much Does an OTTB Cost?

From purchase price to routine care, find out what expenses you’ll likely encounter with your OTTB…
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September 1, 2015

Uncovering Thoroughbred Talent

Whether pointing horses to the starting gate or start box, training principles aren’t so different.…
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December 1, 2017

Managing Limb Deviations in Foals

Chances are, your OTTB was managed carefully to ensure he grew up with well-balanced limbs…
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June 1, 2018

Beyond Conventional

How to optimize your OTTB’s comfort and performance with complementary and alternative therapies…
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September 1, 2019

Changing Leads

Racehorses learn to do flying lead changes from an early age…
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July 1, 2022

The Claiming Game

Understand this unique type of race, its benefits and its specifications.…
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September 1, 2018

Reducing Colic Risk

Whether transitioning off the track or flourishing in a new career, OTTBs are vulnerable to gastrointestinal upset.…
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June 1, 2019

Microchipping Your Horse

Register and track your Thoroughbred with this important identification tool…
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