Some Thoroughbreds come off the track with tight or painful backs…

Don’t overlook an OTTB with imperfect fetlocks, says a renowned equine surgeon…

With the advent of social media, shopping for an OTTB became easy and fun. But there are some things the savvy shopper should know before saying “yes” to a pretty face online.…

Thoroughbreds race again in their second careers as steeplechasers…

Approach each ride on your OTTB with keen perception and positive action…

A guide to handicapping a horse race that any Thoroughbred fan can follow…

Upper respiratory conditions don’t affect racehorses as often as other types of ailments, but can have significant impact when they do.…

How to successfully transition broodmares to riding careers…

How to rehab an injured ex-racehorse and prevent re-injury down the road.…

What goes into a perfect match between an OTTB and a rider? Two seasoned pros share their tips.…

Tried-and-true techniques for helping make your retired racehorse’s first show a positive one…

What happens when a future racehorse is offered at public auction…

Learn about proactive horse welfare and safety measures in place and on the horizon.…

Seabiscuit, the popular runner in the 1930s who became the subject of a bestselling book in 1999 and a major movie in 2003, raced 35 times as a 2-year-old. That didn’t stop him from competing a total of 89 times…

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…

Keep your horse comfortable as he transitions off the track…

Register and track your Thoroughbred with this important identification tool…

Learn how one husband and wife duo gives future racehorses a sound start for the track and beyond…

‘Letdown’ for retiring Thoroughbred racehorses is more about relationship-building than a predetermined amount of time off…

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