June 1, 2021 Managing Ankle Injuries Acquired on the RacetrackDon’t overlook an OTTB with imperfect fetlocks, says a renowned equine surgeon…Read More
April 1, 2021 The Essential Equine Emergency KitHaving a well-stocked first-aid kit and the skills necessary to use it can make all the difference when trouble arises…Read More
April 1, 2021 The Art of the Free JumpHow trainers can use a jump chute to give OTTBs a positive introduction to jumping…Read More
December 1, 2019 From Track to ShedHow top colts establish themselves as breeding stallion prospects…Read More
September 1, 2020 Teaching Your OTTB to LongeWhat to do if your new off-track Thoroughbred doesn’t know longeing basics…Read More
July 18, 2022 The Amateur Owner LifestyleHow working adults balance busy lives and OTTB ownership.…Read More
June 1, 2020 OTTBs and Skin CrudThe transition off the track can leave Thoroughbreds susceptible to opportunistic skin diseases…Read More
June 1, 2018 Don’t Call Them UselessOptions for horses coming off the track that aren’t sound enough for athletic second careers…Read More
April 1, 2018 English Saddle Fitting for OTTBsKeep your horse comfortable as he transitions off the track…Read More
June 1, 2017 Surviving Stall RestA shift in diet, environment and enrichment can help your OTTB face confinement while he heals.…Read More
June 1, 2019 How Racehorses TravelOn the road or in the skies, privately or commercially, many racehorses are frequent travelers…Read More
March 1, 2019 Racehorse RecoverySteps trainers and grooms take to help racehorses cool down and recover after a strenuous workout or race…Read More
September 1, 2020 Taking the Worry Out of ItHow to manage OTTBs that experience separation anxiety…Read More
December 1, 2020 Gold Medal Tips for the Perfect ClipShave time off your cooldown and keep your horse comfortable during winter exercise with advice from professional groom Emma Ford…Read More
April 1, 2017 Tendon Injuries, Past and PresentHow to rehab an injured ex-racehorse and prevent re-injury down the road.…Read More
September 1, 2019 Changing LeadsRacehorses learn to do flying lead changes from an early age…Read More
April 1, 2020 Green on GreenAre OTTBs appropriate for novice riders? Here are some factors to consider.…Read More
September 1, 2016 Prepping Yearlings for SalesGetting a gangly yearling sale-ready is an art that sets the horse up for a lifetime of good manners.…Read More
April 1, 2016 Gate TrainingBreaking from a starting gate doesn’t come naturally to a horse; learn how trainers teach their young Thoroughbreds this unique skill safely and effectively…Read More