Evaluating Prospects

Perfect Pairs: Memorable Matches Made at the ASPCA Makeover Marketplace, Presented by Godolphin Lifetime Care

By Kristen Kovatch Bentley
Originally published in Fall 2020 issue of Off-Track Thoroughbred Magazine

How to Acquire an Off-Track Thoroughbred

You've heard all about how Thoroughbreds are the ultimate versatile athlete that can excel in multiple disciplines, you've done your research and made your budget, and you can't wait to start working with your very own. But how do you go about acquiring a retiring racehorse? Here's a helpful guide.

The Laws of Probability

By: Boyd Martin

Spring 2018 issue of Off-Track Thoroughbred Magazine

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Over the years, many young riders have come to me looking for advice on accomplishing their lifelong dreams of competing at their first CCI****.

Making A Living With Thoroughbred Makeovers

Our friend Bernie Traurig posted this after speaking on a panel with this title at the 2015 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium. It was a fantastic presentation.

November 12, 2015
By: Bernie Trauig
Click here to link to the original post at EquestrainCoachBlog.com

Can we make a living dealing in Thoroughbreds?

Maybe don’t give up your day job quite yet. We are still in a developmental stage of creating demand, awareness of their qualities as sport horses, and increasing our horsemanship skills in selecting and training them.

Although the supply outweighs the demand, the lack of dealers makes the evaluation process challenging.

How to Take a Jaw-Dropping Conformation Photo

August 19, 2017
By: Erin Harty

Don’t curse your sale horse with the equine equivalent of a bad yearbook photo — show him off by learning how to photograph him to his best advantage!