June 1, 2019 How Racehorses TravelOn the road or in the skies, privately or commercially, many racehorses are frequent travelers…Read More
April 1, 2021 The Show Ring DebutTried-and-true techniques for helping make your retired racehorse’s first show a positive one…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
June 1, 2017 Surviving Stall RestA shift in diet, environment and enrichment can help your OTTB face confinement while he heals.…Read More
December 1, 2016 What Makes a Turf vs. a Dirt Horse?Trainers consider footing preferences, pedigree and way of going when deciding which racing surface to run a horse on.…Read More
December 1, 2020 Getting to Know You‘Letdown’ for retiring Thoroughbred racehorses is more about relationship-building than a predetermined amount of time off…Read More
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…Read More
September 1, 2018 What Racehorses WearSpecialized tack and equipment help horses run their best race…Read More
April 1, 2022 Off-Track HoovesHow farriers manage horses that come off the track with common hoof issues such as thin soles and low heels…Read More
April 1, 2017 Shoeing at the TrackShoeing the racehorse is not the same as shoeing the sport horse — learn about the differences.…Read More
June 1, 2021 Backing and Starting RacehorsesLearn how one husband and wife duo gives future racehorses a sound start for the track and beyond…Read More
April 1, 2018 English Saddle Fitting for OTTBsKeep your horse comfortable as he transitions off the track…Read More
September 1, 2019 Nutritional Supplements for Your OTTBHow to evaluate product quality and claims, plus supplement categories that might benefit your horse…Read More
September 1, 2020 Understanding Thoroughbred SalesWhat happens when a future racehorse is offered at public auction…Read More
November 20, 2022 From the Racetrack to the RanchThe transition for an OTTB from the track to the Western disciplines isn’t about speed but patience.…Read More
September 1, 2021 The Art of GallopingLearn how jockeys and exercise riders communicate with their horses during training and races…Read More
March 1, 2020 Registering RacehorsesA Thoroughbred’s paper trail begins at conception and continues through his racing career…Read More
December 1, 2019 From Track to ShedHow top colts establish themselves as breeding stallion prospects…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
June 1, 2016 Watching the WorksHead to the track at daybreak to see the horses work at varying speeds and distances…Read More