REHABILITATION
Galloping Out RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Becoming
accredited by the
TAA was a
benchmark for
Galloping Out. For
as much as the
funding has helped
us maintain
additional horses,
the honor of
accreditation has
lifted the program
in the eyes of the
Chicago racing
community and has
translated into
additional donations.”
Sweep E Prado, owned and ridden by his adopter Andrea Emery, is now a dressage horse and FOUNDED: 2010
earned these ribbons at the Festival of Champions in Wayne, Ill., in the training level.
ADDRESS:
7301 W. 25th St., Suite 321
Galloping Out is the on-track adoption program must ride for the farm trainers to guarantee a
serving the two Chicago-area Thoroughbred good fit. Galloping Out follows up with pictures of North Riverside, IL 60546
racetracks, Arlington Park and Hawthorne Race the horse at six months and one year, and retains PHONE: (708) 652- 2201
Course. the right to do a physical inspection at any time.
Galloping Out began accepting horses in It tries to stay in touch with the adopters, such MAIN CONTACT: Janice Ely
spring 2010. What began with three horses has as via Facebook, and has found that these new
grown to accommodate as many as 30 at one time, owners can’t wait to share pictures and videos of WEBSITE:
with well over 250 successful adoptions. their horse’s accomplishments. www.gallopingout.org
Galloping Out partners with seven private Galloping Out is in the fortunate position to
farms for rest and rehabilitation, retraining, and have the support of both Chicago-area race- SOCIAL:
eventual adoptions. These farms include profes- tracks. In addition, owners contribute with an itharacing
sional Thoroughbred farms, hunter/jumper optional per-start fee. @itharacing
barns, and an eventing facility. Several have It has been awarded grants from Thoroughbred @itharacing
youth programs, and the kids learn old-school Charities of America and the Equus Founda-
horsemanship working with these retired race- tion and is generously supported by the owners, AVERAGE NUMBER OF
horses. trainers, and racing fans in the Chicago area, as THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Galloping Out requires an application for well as by several private foundations.
an individual to be considered as a potential Racing fans take a keen interest in the 24
adopter. Not only are references checked, but as program. Galloping Out also hosts fundraising
often as possible someone will visit the stable or events throughout the year and does community
farm where the horse is going to live. Adopters outreach.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 49
Glen Ellen SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
Vocational Academy RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA grants have
provided much-
needed funding to
provide for these
noble Thoroughbreds,
who have given their
lives to the racing
industry and need a
comfortable
sanctuary in which
to retire. Some go on
to second careers,
but others have a
well-earned retirement
and just enjoy being
horses.”
Glen Ellen Vocational Academy, located in the wine country of Sonoma Valley, is one of
America’s oldest rescue organizations and has provided safe haven for hundreds of horses.
FOUNDED: 1995
ADDRESS:
Glen Ellen Vocational Academy (GEVA) is to the stakes winners. GEVA’s mission is to be
one of America’s oldest rescue organizations, the best friend and advocate for each individual P.O. Box 2101
founded in California 25 years ago by former horse. Glen Ellen, CA 95442
racetrack steward Pam Berg. The foundation GEVA has an established relationship with
has rehabilitated, placed, and provided safe Santa Rosa Junior College, with Berg being on its PHONE:
haven for hundreds of Thoroughbreds, for Equine Advisory Committee. UC-Davis Veteri- (707) 527-8092
which Berg has been honored with the Dogwood nary Medicine Club members come to GEVA MAIN CONTACT:
Dominion Award as one of racing’s “unsung for their dental wet labs twice a year, and many
heroes.” She was also inducted into the Equus Sonoma State University students do their volun- Pam Berg
Hall of Fame of the Sonoma Horse Council. teer hours at the farm. Clinics and seminars can WEB ADDRESS:
“GEVA was founded for injured, retired, and be arranged upon request, as well as farm tours.
abused horses or those just in need of a home,” Through fundraising and informational efforts, glenellenfarms.com/geva
Berg said. “GEVA is dedicated to preventing GEVA attempts to educate the public about horse AVERAGE NUMBER OF
slaughter, needless euthanasia, and abuse of racing, as well as the inherent responsibility in
horses in any way.” the ownership and care of horses. THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Most horses become permanent pensioners at GEVA is fortunate to have many supporters, 30
the sanctuary since they don’t have the option including Ridgeway Ranch, the home of the
of a second career. “There is so much empha- famous Seabiscuit.
sis on second careers nowadays that those who GEVA is currently located among the vine-
can’t have a second career need to be assured of yards in beautiful Sonoma Valley. However, a
a comfortable retirement,” Berg said. 136-acre farm has been purchased in Oregon to
GEVA, also accredited by the Global Federa- which the farm will eventually move.
tion of Animal Sanctuaries, focuses on the reha- GEVA is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit
bilitation and retirement of the sport’s noble organization totally dependent upon the generous
racetrack warriors, from the lowest claimer grants and tax-deductible charitable donations.
PAGE 50 DAILY RACING FORM
Harmony and Hope SANCTUARY
Horse Haven
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA requirements
for the care of
Thoroughbreds are
highly approved and
recognized by other
organizations and
individuals; to be
recognized as
meeting these
standards is an
honor. To meet TAA
standards for
documentation, my
‘paperwork’ had to
become organized.
Accomplished TAA
staff were so helpful
and patient. Thank
Ruth Plenty of Harmony and Hope Horse Haven with F W Pirate, a New Mexico-bred gelding
who won just one of 16 lifetime starts, earning $2,982, and now lives happily in a sanctuary. you, TAA.”
During the mid-1990s, owner and breeder Ruth know contentment.”
Plenty observed a disturbing trend – that injured, At any given time, some 35 horses live in perma- FOUNDED: 2005
old, or unsuccessful racehorses were loaded onto nent retirement on Plenty’s property, located LOCATION:
trailers and sent to auction. It didn’t seem right, 2 1/2 hours outside of Tucson, Ariz.; most of them Portal, AZ
so she decided to do something to stem that heart- are Thoroughbreds, and several are stallions.
breaking tide. According to Plenty, about 90 percent of Harmony MAILING ADDRESS:
Plenty and her husband, Dennis, began and Hope’s lifetime residents earned less than P.O. Box 173
rescuing horses whenever and wherever $45,000, many after racing for years.
they could, absorbing the cost largely out of The current herd ranges in age from 5 to 36, Rodeo, NM 88056
pocket, and eventually setting up Harmony with earnings up to $175,000, the horses having PHONE: (520) 558-1950 (land)
and Hope Horse Haven as a sanctuary for ex- raced in New York, Florida, Washington, Cali- (602) 540-9413 (cell)
racehorses. fornia, and Canada. Regardless of racing career,
“This is the best job I’ve ever had,” said Ruth medical issues, or personalities, the horses are MAIN CONTACT:
Plenty, who performs many of the daily tasks at provided a lifetime home at Harmony and Hope. Ruth Plenty
the 40-acre Pile of Old Rocks Ranch, the home All incoming horses are placed in three-week
base of Harmony and Hope. “All of our horses quarantine, during which they are thoroughly WEB ADDRESS:
are success stories. They came off the track evaluated and any health issues are addressed. harmonyandhopehorsehaven.org
unwanted, with no place to go – but did not end Harmony and Hope has been recognized by
up abandoned or at feedlot auctions. Instead, Thoroughbred Charities of America, CARMA, SOCIAL:
they spend their days eating, sleeping, and being and After the Finish Line, as well as being harmonyandhopehorsehaven
groomed. They know they have a home – they accredited by the TAA.
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
35
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 51
REHABILITATION
Healing Arenas RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“It’s not only an honor
but a privilege to be
recognized by the
TAA. The process
has helped us define
and structure our
unique mission in full.
Providing a restart for
our beloved athletes,
combined with a
restart for humans,
has been rewarding.
With TAA accredita-
tion, the process is
more authentic and
complete.”
DIONNE MORTIMOR PHOTOGRAPHY
Malko, a Healing Arenas retraining program graduate, was adopted in July 2020.
FOUNDED: 2014
At Healing Arenas, we are proud to serve these and human trafficking victims.
fine athletes, and appreciate our relationships In 2020, Healing Arenas added virtual “life ADDRESS:
within the racing industry who trust us enough coaching” with the horses to our mental health P.O. Box 312
to retrain and re-home Thoroughbreds from our services. Escalon, CA 95320
facility. Providing these services fulfills our mission
Our organization has found ways these former “to provide public and charitable opportunities to PHONE: (209) 900-7917
racehorses can evolve by using them for EAGALA support emotional healing through equine inter- MAIN CONTACT:
(Equine Assisted Growth And Learning Associa- action, and to provide safe and restorative homes
tion) work with humans. to retired racehorses.” Julie Baker
Our certification through EAGALA has allowed It is our hope to continue our mission in multi- WEB ADDRESS:
us to provide ground-based therapies to veterans, ple locations as we move forward as an organiza-
foster children, individuals and couples, groups, tion. healingarenas.org
SOCIAL:
healingarenasinc
@healingarenas
@healingarenas
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
6
PAGE 52 DAILY RACING FORM
Heart of Phoenix REHABILITATION
Equine Rescue RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“We felt TAA
accreditation was
the highest seal of
approval possible in
the equine rescue
world. It lets our
donors and
supporters know
that we operate in a
transparent, honest,
and excellent manner
for the horses in our
care.”
FOUNDED: 2009
Heart of Phoenix team with Lord Shamrock (right), the first horse helped by the organization.
ADDRESS:
P.O. BOX 81
Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue is West area issues through clinics, educational events, Shoals, WV 25562
Virginia’s largest and most effective equine blogs, and other in-person services to be advo- PHONE:
advocacy organization. Founded at a time when cates for good horsemanship and a strong equine
there were no active organizations in the area, industry in the region. (304) 784-4061
Heart of Phoenix works throughout Appalachia The organization’s focus is to improve the MAIN CONTACT:
with a united group of volunteers and partners to outlook for horses, not only the horses currently
improve the outlook for horses in the region. in its care but for the long term. Horses in its Tinia Creamer
The organization assists local animal control care receive the rehab and training they need to WEB ADDRESS:
and law enforcement officers, educates the public, become awesome equine partners for adopters. www.WVhorserescue.org.
and has become a leader in the local equine indus- Heart of Phoenix also strives to create more
try, creating lasting and positive change. As an good horsemen and horsewomen, so there are SOCIAL:
advocate for all horses in Appalachia, where more suitable homes and fewer horses in need of HeartofPhoenixEquinerescue
poverty is rife, the nonprofit knows the need for rescue and assistance. The horses of this region
education and assistance in the region. have a valuable voice thanks to Heart of Phoe- @WVhorserescue
Heart of Phoenix strives to work at the root of nix’s supporters. @heart_of_phoenix_equine_rescue
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
8
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 53
Hidden Acres Rescue RETRAINING/ADOPTION
for Thoroughbreds
for Thoroughbreds
TESTIMONIAL:
“The benefits of TAA
accreditation started
the moment we
began filling out the
application, allowing
us to more effectively
establish our
foundation and
set standards for
success. Since
accreditation, HART
has additional funds
to grow, and
allow us to help more
horses. We hold the
backing of the TAA
Florida-based Hidden Acres focuses on helping ex-racehorses find a new home or second career. in high regard and
ensure daily that we
Founded in September 2011, Hidden Acres Norris, HART founder and executive director,
Rescue for Thoroughbreds (HART for Horses) said, “The ASPCA Help A Horse Day contest is a uphold the standards
is committed to being the voice for off-the-track wonderful opportunity for our team to welcome expected by
Thoroughbreds on Florida’s Space Coast. Nestled the residents and businesses of Brevard County
on seven serene acres between a national wildlife into our barn and help spread awareness about accreditation.”
refuge on its western border, and a recreational the at-risk horses in our community who are in
area to its south, HART provides miles of riding need of loving homes. Horses are majestic, loving
trails through to the Canaveral Groves. animals, and we hope our local supporters will YEAR FOUNDED: 2011
The main barn is well-ventilated for the come out to help us so we can continue our life-
summer heat and rated for winds up to 150 mph to saving efforts for years to come.” ADDRESS: 6360 Arborwood Ave.
withstand the hurricane season of Florida’s east- To date, HART has helped more than 150 retired Cocoa, FL 32927
ern coastline. With 15 turn-out pastures, a large racehorses find success in their new careers, PHONE: (321) 543-2924
jumping and schooling arena, and a standard including three who qualified for the American
dressage arena, HART offers a full array of facili- Eventing Championship in 2017, and several who MAIN CONTACT: Suzanna Norris
ties and services geared toward rehabilitation are working as therapy horses to serve the local
and re-homing. It also offers traditional lessons, community. WEB ADDRESS:
boarding, and a growing interest in equine ther- Those people who live in the area or are plan- hartforhorses.org
apy. ning to visit the Cocoa/Cocoa Beach area can help
Built on a belief that education and outreach by volunteering their time. As a 501(c)(3) charita- SOCIAL:
improve the lives of those in their community, ble organization, HART offers a variety of ways hartforhorses
as well as the lives of the equine athletes they to provide financial support, from sponsoring a @HARTforHORSES
rescue, HART regularly opens its barn doors to horse, business sponsorships, traditional dona- @hartforhorses
the local community. tions, and even shopping online via the Amazon
Speaking about one such event, Suzanna Smile program. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
10
PAGE 54 DAILY RACING FORM
Hope After Racing SANCTUARY
Thoroughbreds REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Obtaining
accreditation has
been a process in the
works for some time,
and we are proud to
have finally achieved
that goal. Along
the way of becom-
ing accredited, we
have identified some
areas of improvement
that we believe will
enhance our abilities
to help place
DERITH VOGT
Hope After Racing graduate Italian Monarch is now successfully training in dressage. Thoroughbreds
coming off the track
Hope After Racing Thoroughbreds (HART) situation for every horse in our care, with the
was created to provide rehabilitation, retrain- goal of placing each in a forever home. We are and finding new
ing, and ultimately adoption for Thorough- available to help adopters with any problems careers and homes.”
breds training and/or racing in Iowa. Our that arise. In the event an adoptive horse must
mission is to ensure a safe, temporary home for be returned for any reason, we take the horse FOUNDED: 2010
injured or noncompetitive Thoroughbred race- back and facilitate the readoption process.
horses with uncertain futures that had raced HART is the only rehabilitation, retraining, ADDRESS:
at Prairie Meadows Racetrack. and adoption organization recognized by all 1 Prairie Meadows Dr.
HART provides a peaceful environment and racing organizations in Iowa. In fact, HART’s
experienced care for each horse’s individual board is constructed to include a representa- Altoona, IA 50009
recuperative needs with adequate time to tran- tive of each group, specifically the Iowa Horse- PHONE: (515) 967-4804
sition from the racetrack environment. Once men’s Benevolent and Protective Association,
they are ready, horses begin retraining with Iowa Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners MAIN CONTACT:
the goal to prepare them for second careers Associations, Prairie Meadows Racetrack Jon Moss
and/or homes. and Casino, and the Iowa Racing and Gaming
HART has been active since 2010 and has Commission. EMAIL ADDRESS:
placed more than 50 horses. HART puts the Along with these groups from racing, HART [email protected]
needs of the horse first and endeavors to also incorporates board members from the
address any injuries, followed by adequate overall horse industry. WEB ADDRESS:
rehabilitation as we get to know each horse and We pride ourselves in bringing the two iahart.org
their potential for a second career. worlds together to create the best possible
We believe that every horse benefits from solution for the horses placed in our care. SOCIAL:
daily handling and being taught solid ground HART has three veterinarians serving hopeafterracingthoroughbreds
manners, so they are a good citizen in their on the volunteer board, and has an excellent
next career. working relationship with Iowa State Univer- AVERAGE NUMBER OF
HART is a lean organization staffed by sity Veterinarian College to assist with our THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
volunteers striving to find the perfect adoptive most challenging cases.
20
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 55
SANCTUARY
Hope for Horses REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA has helped us
‘up our game.’ Hope
for Horses strives
to achieve a level of
proficiency above the
norm, and as
stewards of these
majestic creatures, it
is great to be part
of a team that
believes in those
same principles. A
team goal of
providing excellent
care and training
creates a horse well-
suited to be a forever
CAROL MINGST PHOTOGRAPHY partner to a new
Loud Stalker, aka “Louie,” a Hope for Horses graduate, with adopter Lura O’Brien.
person and home.”
Hope for Horses, established in 2013, has been many adults fulfill their dream of horse
taking in retiring racehorses for decades. The ownership.
organization started by taking in, retraining, Anita Markiewicz, president and founder, is FOUNDED: 2013
and re-homing just a few off-the track Thorough- a Level II Centered Riding Instructor, a Certi- ADDRESS:
breds and broodmares, and it has grown into an fied CHA (Certified Horsemanship Association)
organization able to help a far greater number of instructor, and has decades of experience in dres- 10576 Arno Rd.
horses annually. sage and horsemanship. By offering this educa- Galt, CA 95632
Its programs are education-based, teaching tion, Hope for Horses helps its graduates become
young people how to better care for horses and good equine citizens, ready to go into many differ- PHONE: (916) 591-2481
to understand that education is a journey that ent areas of equestrian life. MAIN CONTACT:
never ends. Hope for Horses brings in retiring Hope for Horses offers continued lessons and Anita Markiewicz
racehorses and uses the training they had on the training to all its adopted horses as well as other
track and teaches them the skills needed in their horses in the community. Nationally known WEB ADDRESS:
new roles as equestrian mounts. clinicians are brought in several times a year to hope4horses.com
The primary focus is to help these magnifi- broaden the knowledge of participants. Hope for
cent animals transition into other disciplines, Horses is part of the Forever Foundation with SOCIAL:
providing training and mental/emotional Trevor Carter, who provides online video lessons hopeforhorsesCA
wellness. Educating, training, and molding and outlines goals to achieve with each horse in @hopeforhorses22
these horses makes them better prepared to the program.
find forever homes. The horses are partnered Educating the general public about horses @hopeforhorsesca
with our youth teams, to teach our young and how they are retrained to lead a new life AVERAGE NUMBER OF
riders to become compassionate, educated, has brought many new people to the equestrian
responsible equestrians. Although the teams community, which in turn provides more homes THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
are for young people, the facility has helped for more horses. 32
PAGE 56 DAILY RACING FORM
Hope’s Legacy SANCTUARY
Equine Rescue REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Going through the
TAA accreditation
process helped
make Hope’s Legacy
Equine Rescue a
better organiza-
tion. Accreditation
also helps show our
supporters and the
horse community
in general that we
are a legitimate and
responsible nonprofit,
striving for the best
for equines.”
COURTNEY THOMPSON
Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue’s Equine Enrichment Program team works with each horse on FOUNDED: 2008
their own level. Team member Courtney works with Doree Daze, a 15-year-old mare, on lunging.
ADDRESS:
Since 2008, Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue has Equine Enrichment Program (EEP), was started 5145 Taylor Creek Rd.
been rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing by two key volunteers, Carolyn Sandridge and Afton, VA 22920
equines in Virginia. Trish Ashley. The all-volunteer EEP Team works
Founded by executive director Maya Proulx, with every equine at Castle Rock Farm at least PHONE: (434) 531-5688
Hope’s Legacy is an all-breed rescue that takes in once per week. The EEP Team initially assesses
equines regardless of age or disability. One of the the equine’s capabilities and designs a work plan MAIN CONTACT:
reasons Hope’s Legacy was founded is because that keeps the equine’s mind and body engaged. Maya Proulx
law enforcement in Virginia rarely has a place to This program has resulted in healthier horses WEB ADDRESS:
house seized animals. Fifty percent of the farm’s and donkeys, happier volunteers, and gives us
intake comes from law-enforcement seizures. The better information to share with potential adopt- hopeslegacy.com
other half comes from private citizens who are in ers, making better matches in the process. SOCIAL:
a financial, physical, or family crisis. Of the 330 Thanks to volunteers, donors, and supporters,
equines taken in over the past 12 years, 13 percent Castle Rock Farm is quickly becoming a perma- HopesLegacy
have been Thoroughbreds. nent resource for equines in need. On average, @hopeslegacy
Hope’s Legacy houses horses at foster farms and Hope’s Legacy has 35 horses and donkeys at any
at its home base, Castle Rock Farm. In 2017, Hope’s time, with an average per-horse cost of care of AVERAGE NUMBER OF
Legacy purchased 172 acres south of Charlottes- $10.19 per day. Hope’s Legacy is thankful to its THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
ville, Va. With only two employees, Hope’s Legacy individual donors, volunteers, and foundation 11
could not function without the help of its 60 amaz- grantors, without whom Hope’s Legacy Equine
ing volunteers. One of the core programs, the Rescue would not exist.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 57
Horse and Hound SANCTUARY
Rescue Foundation REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“We feel the TAA is
needed to provide
guidelines so that the
owners and trainers
responsibly retiring
Thoroughbreds and
the people looking
to adopt can have
peace of mind that
their horses will be
taken care of and
adopted to loving,
caring homes.”
FOUNDED: 2016
Domain’s Rap, a stakes winner and multiple graded stakes-placed ADDRESS:
earner of $880,000, and adopter Ciara Bowen. 2350 S. Midwest Blvd.
Guthrie, OK 73044
Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation is then start on groundwork – some horses pick PHONE:
located on 50 acres in Guthrie, Okla. We have up on things right away, while others need a (405) 206-4689
a great working relationship with Oklahoma little more time and attention. We allow the
owners and trainers. horses to tell us when they are ready to move MAIN CONTACT:
When a racehorse is ready to be responsibly on to the next step. We want to make sure we Nelda Kettles
retired from the racetrack, either the owner or are restarting them at a pace that will help
trainer calls and we accept the racehorse into them with their future. Our volunteers work WEB ADDRESS:
our program. Just because a horse doesn’t do with each individual horse so that we can help horseandhoundrescue.com
well at the track doesn’t mean they will not pair them with the right adopter and the right
succeed at another job. We have adopted horses experience level for both rider and horse. SOCIAL:
that are now competing in eventing, dressage, To adopt one of these great horses, a poten- horseandhoundrescue
jumping, hunting, barrels, search and rescue, tial adopter must complete an adoption appli-
trail ranch work, and just being someone’s best cation on our website. We verify everything on AVERAGE NUMBER OF
friend. the application and check references and the THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation gives location where the horse will be kept. If local, 100
each horse all the time it needs when it comes we ask each adopter to come out to meet the
into our facility. We slowly introduce each horses so we can make sure it is a good pairing.
horse to different size pastures so we know We, of course, love updates and pictures of our
they will be safe in their outdoor setting. We adopted horses in their new homes.
PAGE 58 DAILY RACING FORM
Illinois Equine SANCTUARY
Humane Center REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“The advent of TAA
is unequivocally
the single greatest
advancement toward
providing proper
aftercare for
Thoroughbreds
whose racing careers
have ended. TAA’s
support has made
our work to re-home
horses far less
burdensome than in
years past, and also
has allowed us to
increase the number
The Illinois Equine Humane Center has been a rescue, rehab, and adoption facility since 2008.
of Thoroughbreds we
are able to help.”
The Illinois Equine Humane Center was jumping prospects. Potential homes are thor-
founded in 2008 specifically to address the need oughly vetted and inspected prior to adoption,
in Illinois to protect horses from cruelty, neglect, and the Illinois Equine Humane Center contract FOUNDED: 2008
and slaughter. Illinois Equine Humane Center provides a lifelong safety net for horses adopted
and its founders played a vital role in the closure through its program. Any horse adopted from ADDRESS:
of the slaughter plant formerly operated in Illinois Equine Humane Center can be returned 45W050 Beith Rd.
nearby DeKalb, Ill. to the organization, no questions asked, at any Maple Park, IL 60151
Since its inception, Illinois Equine Humane point during its lifetime.
Center has rescued numerous horses of all While the vast majority of horses at Illinois PHONE:
breeds, including many Thoroughbreds, from Equine Humane Center are adopted into wonder- (815) 761-4937
undesirable situations, and has served as an ful homes, the organization also serves as perma-
outlet for responsible owners looking to place nent sanctuary to several former runners who, MAIN CONTACT:
their racehorses into good homes. due to special needs, are not suitable for adoption. Gail Vacca
While in the care of the Illinois Equine In addition to accepting horses relinquished
Humane Center, former racehorses receive the by racing owners, the Illinois Equine Humane WEB ADDRESS: ilehc.org
rehabilitation needed before being retrained Center also works to rescue Thoroughbreds from SOCIAL:
for new careers as pleasure, dressage, trail, or low-end auctions where horses are in peril.
ILequine
@HumaneCenter
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
20
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 59
Kentucky Equine REHABILITATION
Adoption Center RETRAINING/ADOPTION
EQUINE-ASSISTED PROGRAM
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA’s support has
been critical to the
Kentucky Equine
Adoption Center and
has enabled us to
continue providing
high quality care to
the Thoroughbreds
that need our help in
preparing for the next
phase of their lives.”
FOUNDED: 2007
ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 910124
Lexington, KY 40591
PHONE:
Broadband Betty, a winning daughter of Freefourinternet, is available for adoption. (859) 881-5849
MAIN CONTACT:
Some of the biggest names in racing threw won or placed in 18 of 24 starts, earned $247,989, Karen Gustin
their support behind the Kentucky Equine and finished third to eventual Hall of Famer WEB ADDRESS:
Adoption Center (KyEAC) when it was founded Xtra Heat. Only able to produce two foals,
in 2007. Among them were Racing Hall of Winter Leaf eventually arrived at KyEAC, and kyeac.org
Fame horsemen Chris McCarron and Nick within four months a much different, happier SOCIAL:
Zito and noted owners and breeders Arthur horse had found a new home.
Hancock and the late Marylou Whitney. It has KyEAC has three programs in addition to Kentucky-Equine-Adoption-
since provided a much-needed service in find- the general horse care that it provides: Take Center-223729331061438
ing homes for unwanted horses of all breeds, the Reins Education Program, geared toward @EquineAdoption
although half the “herd” is generally Thor- middle-school students, teaching responsi- @kyequineadoptioncenter
oughbreds. ble horse ownership, how to give back to the
Situated on 70 acres near Nicholasville, Ky., the community, and become good citizens; Heads AVERAGE NUMBER OF
program offers a peaceful haven where equines Up Hearts Open Equine Growth and Commu- THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
can relax, recover, and heal until their forever nication, which offers the horses at KyEAC to 30
home is found. Incoming horses receive veteri- professionals conducting equine-assisted ther-
nary care and individualized attention before apy, and training in leadership and supervi-
moving on to retraining, wherein qualified sion; and an internship program for university
trainers work with them to establish a safe, solid level students.
foundation for the future. By contractual agree- A grant recipient from the ASPCA, the center
ment, no adopted animal can ever again be used also has been supported by organizations
for racing or breeding. Adoption fees range from such as Keeneland, Churchill Downs, Rood &
$150 to $1,500. Riddle, Hagyard, Park Equine, the Kentucky
One of many success stories from KyEAC is Horse Council, Brennan Equine Welfare Fund,
Winter Leaf, a 1998 granddaughter of Mr. Pros- Equus Foundation, the Indiana HBPA, Thor-
pector. A three-time stakes winner, Winter Leaf oughbred Charities of America, and the TAA.
PAGE 60 DAILY RACING FORM
SANCTUARY
Life Horse Inc. REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“The support of the
TAA allows
Life Horse Inc. the
means to assist
Thoroughbreds to
transition to a second
career. If a second
career is not in their
future, they will be
provided a safe
sanctuary and
retirement home
at Life Horse.”
FOUNDED: 1996
ADDRESS:
Joe Topper, Life Horse president, with Happy Tuesday, the farm’s oldest sanctuary resident. 15117 Mud College Rd.
Thurmont, MD 21788
Life Horse Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organi- are eligible for monthly sponsorships to help PHONE:
zation located at Breezy Hill Stables in Thur- cover the cost of their care. (240) 674-3856
mont, Md. It provides services to all horse An open house is held annually where visitors
breeds, including sanctuary, rehabilitation, and are welcome to meet and greet the horses. Visi- MAIN CONTACT:
retraining for adoption. tors have the opportunity to learn about respon- Joseph Topper
Horses come to Life Horse from area race- sible horse care and ownership. Horses available
tracks, auctions, owner surrenders, and unde- for adoption are used to show their versatility to WEB ADDRESS:
sirable situations. Currently, Life Horse has two anyone considering this option. lifehorsebreezyhill.com
dozen Thoroughbreds. Of those, 12 are sanctu- For those uncertain or unfamiliar with horse
ary residents. ownership, Life Horse offers an on-site leas- SOCIAL:
New arrivals are assessed by a veterinarian, ing program. This program allows a potential LifeHorseInc
farrier, and dentist. The horse’s training level is adopter the chance to get to know the horse and @lifehorseinc
evaluated by a trainer to ensure the horse has determine if adoption is something they want to
the best chance to find a suitable lifelong part- pursue. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
ner. The horses are always welcome back for any Life Horse president and farm owner Joe THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
reason if necessary. Topper has seen an increased need for safe long- 23
Life Horse welcomes volunteers to visit and term aftercare.
pamper our residents. Its oldest sanctuary resi- “Being a Thoroughbred owner myself, I just
dent is Happy Tuesday, 33. He made it known want to do my part to see that these horses are
that he was very attached to another elderly cared for after life on the track,” said Topper,
Thoroughbred, also from a unsatisfactory situ- who helps oversee the daily operation of the
ation. He and his 25-year-old friend Steel Bulle farm. “Being located where we are with several
have found sanctuary together. Rarely do we see tracks within about an hour’s drive, we feel like
one without the other close by. Sanctuary horses we’re in a good location to help out.”
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 61
Lollypop Farm REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Lollypop Farm is
proud to be accred-
ited by the TAA. As
an organization with a
wide range of animals
in our care, this honor
shows our commu-
nity that the Lollypop
Farm equine depart-
ment has the exper-
tise to rehabilitate and
provide life saving
care for the Thor-
oughbreds brought to
our shelter.”
RED MARE BEWARE PHOTOGRAPHY FOUNDED: 1873
Through patience, rehabilitation, and compassionate care, the Lollypop Farm equine team is
dedicated to helping every horse get the second chance they deserve. ADDRESS:
99 Victor Rd.
Fairport, NY 14450
Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Lollypop Farm’s efforts to save equines in the
Rochester, was established in 1873 and is the larg- Rochester area has continued to expand with the PHONE: (585) 223-1330
est animal welfare organization helping pets addition of Evelyn Z. Diehl Training and Rehabili-
and people in the Greater Rochester, N.Y., area. tation Center, its growing equine team, and new MAIN CONTACT:
Together with the community, the organiza- community education programs. Steve Stevens
tion betters the lives of animals through justice, Lollypop Farm is an independent nonprofit
prevention, and life-saving care. organization supported solely through contribu- WEB ADDRESS:
With the main campus in Fairport and four tions, grants, investments, proceeds from retail lollypop.org
other adoption centers throughout the commu- sales, and fees for programs and services.
nity, the organization provides shelter, care, and For more information and to meet adoptable SOCIAL:
adoption for dogs, cats, small animals, birds, animals, please visit www.lollypop.org. lollypopfarm
reptiles, horses, and other farm animals. @lollypopfarm
@lollypopfarm
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
8-10
PAGE 62 DAILY RACING FORM
LoneStar Outreach REHABILITATION
to Place Ex-Racers RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA has been a
tremendous help to
LOPE! Thanks to its
support, LOPE can
commit to horses
that need longer-term
rehab and retraining.
We can offer more
public education
programs to
encourage OTTB
ownership. As a
TAA-accredited
organization, LOPE
has attracted much
TOM REARDON support and interest
Lone Star Outreach’s mission is to help older racing warhorses find second careers, while
inspiring youth through horsemanship education. from new supporters.”
“Every racehorse is waiting to be someone’s the American Association of Equine Veterinary FOUNDED: 2003
special champion.” Technicians.
With that credo, LoneStar Outreach to Place Older stock, yearlings/weanlings, and brood- ADDRESS:
Ex-Racers (LOPE) has done business in Texas mares are not accepted into LOPE, which accepts 901 Darden Hill Rd.
since 2003. Founded by Lynn Reardon, author of only off-the-track horses (of any racing breed) Driftwood, TX 78619
the best-selling, award-winning book “Beyond voluntarily donated by their owners or trainers.
the Homestretch,” LOPE is today one of the coun- Each is assessed as to its particular needs, then PHONE:
try’s leading organizations working with off-the- placed either into rehab or the academy (retrain- (512) 565-1824
track racehorses. ing) program. Horses cannot be adopted until
Established on the premise that horses need their training regimen is complete. MAIN CONTACT:
jobs, not pity, and that many ex-racers still have “For us, it’s an honor to work with such Lynn Reardon
much to offer – whether as trail horses, show tremendous athletes,” said Reardon, who had
competitors, pets, or pasture companions – LOPE little equine background when she first visited WEB ADDRESS:
sees to it that they receive the attention required a racetrack backside and fell in love with the lopetx.org
to become “champions” in a post-racing world. heart, intelligence, and athleticism of the horses
Believing that a better-educated horse is less she encountered. “I couldn’t believe that such SOCIAL:
likely to be at-risk, and that a well-educated rider magnificent athletes could ever be at-risk, and I LOPETEXAS
makes the best adopter, LOPE provides individu- am honored now to help them transition into new
alized retraining of horses, along with lessons lives. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
and clinics for people interested in adopting. “Every horse is special – and we believe that THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
LOPE also offers vocational training for at-risk every horse needs a vocation in order to be happy 12
youth, and is in an educational partnership with and true to its nature.”
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 63
LongRun Thoroughbred SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
Retirement Society RETRAINING/ADOPTION
EQUINE-ASSISTED PROGRAM
TESTIMONIAL:
“We are most thankful
to TAA, whose
funding enables
LongRun to afford
more of our deserving
Thoroughbreds with
a happy life after
racing. In addition,
TAA funding will help
us continue and,
hopefully, expand our
equine-assisted
therapy program HOPE,
which we launched in
partnership with
JOHN MORSE PHOTOGRAPHY
LongRun Thoroughbred adoptees Pumpkin Rumble (left) and Roxy’s Vision (right). the Woodbine
Entertainment Group.”
All they need is love! And who could not help 2000, has helped enjoy a happy and dignified
but love Pumpkin Rumble and Roxy’s Vision, retirement, either through adoption, rescue,
both of whom enjoyed successful careers at the financial assistance, or third-party placements
racetrack. via networking. The first formal Thoroughbred FOUNDED: 2000
Roxy’s Vision campaigned for his breeders, retirement program in eastern Canada, Long- ADDRESS:
Ellen and Joe MacLellan, winning six times, Run has been very fortunate in having gener-
placing in two stakes, and earning $187,486 prior ous support from Ontario’s racing community 555 Rexdale Blvd., P.O. Box 156,
to his retirement to LongRun in 2018. After a as well as from both the TAA and Thoroughbred Toronto, Ontario, Canada M9W 5L2
few months at the LongRun facility in Hills- Charities of America. PHONE:
burgh, Ontario, Roxy’s Vision was adopted by LongRun deals mainly with runners recently
Kate Shoup and her daughter Dakota as a horse retired from the racetrack and has its main (416) 675-3993, ext. 1-3440
to share, but Dakota bonded so deeply with Roxy office conveniently located on the backstretch MAIN CONTACT:
that Kate was feeling left out of the equation and of Woodbine racetrack near Toronto. LongRun’s
knew she had better find a horse of her own. retirees were initially cared for by a number of Wendy Muir
Enter the accomplished Pumpkin Rumble, sanctioned foster farms in and around the metro- WEB ADDRESS:
whose 11 wins included the 2018 and 2019 Vale- politan Toronto area but, thanks in large part longrunretirement.com
dictory Stakes at Woodbine, and banking more to a very generous bequest from the late Lana
than $700,000 for owners Bill and Al Ulwelling. Hershelle Sniderman, the bulk of the horses – 50 SOCIAL:
After one start at Gulfstream Park in early are at the facility at a time – moved to a beautiful LongRunTB
2020, Pumpkin sustained a minor injury and his 100-acre, 46-stall farm in Hillsburgh.
connections decided that it would be in his best LongRun, which has a large indoor arena, @LongRunTB
interest to enjoy retirement. He entered the Long- holds equine-assisted therapy and educational @longrun_tb
Run program and he quickly caught the attention programs in partnership with Woodbine and also AVERAGE NUMBER OF
of Kate and joined her in June of 2020, so now serves as a public showcase for some of Ontario’s
mother and daughter each have a horse they love. racing stars. These programs help people expe- THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Roxy’s Vision and Pumpkin Rumble are two riencing challenges in their lives and also give a 80
of more than 1,000 retired horses that LongRun sense of purpose to horses whose age or infirmi-
Thoroughbred Retirement Society, founded in ties dictate a life of sanctuary at LongRun.
PAGE 64 DAILY RACING FORM
Los Angeles Pet Rescue:
Farralone Farm REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA’s grant and
accreditation are of
tremendous value to
us. The grant check
is a blessing in doing
this beautiful work.
Accreditation also
serves to reassure
potential adopters
that we are a bona
fide organization. We
see TAA as partners
with whom we work
hand-in-hand to
retrain our OTTBs and
settle them into new,
rewarding careers.”
FOUNDED: 2008
ADDRESS:
10856 Farralone Ave.
SASKIA CHIESA Chatsworth, CA 91311
Rumors Ride and Sumthingsgottogive at Farralone Farms, the equine division of LA Pet Rescue.
PHONE: (310) 466-1185
Farralone Farms is the equine division of Los farrier care as needed.
Angeles Pet Rescue, an animal-welfare organi- Stallions generally will be gelded, teeth floated, MAIN CONTACT:
zation that has saved everything from sheep and and vaccinations updated as these horses are Saskia Chiesa
mules to cats and guinea pigs. brought back to optimal health with plenty of WEB ADDRESS:
Founded in 2008 by Saskia Chiesa, a longtime good food and quality care. When ready, many
dressage competitor from The Netherlands, the will be schooled and retrained in preparation for farralonefarms.com
farm is a peaceful facility located in Southern the next phase in their lives. SOCIAL:
California’s San Fernando Valley. Farralone Horses recently made available through farralonefarms
Farms deals in all breeds but has had notable Farralone Farms have included Grand Yule
success with off-the-track Thoroughbreds. There and Cyber Sam, both rescues from a California @farralonefarms
are 16 horses active in the program. livestock auction. Grand Yule is a beautiful gray AVERAGE NUMBER OF
According to Chiesa, “We are all about the four son of Grade 1 winner and sire Grand Slam and
Rs” – rescue, rehabilitate, retrain, and re-home. is out of a two-time Southern California winner; THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Many of Farralone Farms’ horses have been Cyber Sam is a 25-year-old daughter of champion 16
plucked directly out of livestock auctions. They Capote out of a Mr. Prospector mare. Both Grand
are then brought to the Chatsworth-based facil- Yule and Cyber Sam eventually fell on hard
ity, where they are carefully assessed and reha- times before being sent to Farralone Farms as
bilitated, receiving R&R plus veterinary and future companion horses.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 65
Lucky Orphans SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
Horse Rescue EQUINE-ASSISTED PROGRAM
TESTIMONIAL:
“Lucky Orphans is a
sanctuary that
provides lifelong care,
and we are beyond
grateful for the work of
the TAA, which helps
provide assistance
for 20 percent of our
horse population.
With the help and
support of the TAA,
we can promise our
OTTBs the security of
staying with their new
herd as long as they
live.”
JES GREY PHOTOGRAPHY
Tiger Tap, aka Spike, raced 16 times before being turned into a jumper. When he could no
longer jump, he joined the herd of geldings at Lucky Orphans, where he is a visitor favorite.
FOUNDED: 2008
ADDRESS:
Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue was founded in more compassion-filled futures.
New York in 2008 as a non-breed-specific, no-kill The nonprofit organization is accredited with 2699 Route 22
rescue, rehab, and sanctuary. the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and the Dover Plains, NY 12522
Its goal is to “provide a haven for unwanted, Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, as well
abused, neglected horses, to improve the relation- as being certified with Equine Assisted Growth PHONE: (845) 416-8583
ship between horses and people … and to properly and Learning Associations. With the latter, MAIN CONTACT:
unite humans and horses in a safe environment.” Lucky Orphans utilizes its rescue horses in help- Deanna Mancuso
Today, the organization is home to more than ing those who suffer from mental, emotional,
50 horses, including 16 off-the-track Thorough- physical, and/or developmental health issues, WEB ADDRESS:
breds and an assortment of Quarter Horses, working with at-risk youth, and dealing with luckyorphanshorserescue.org
Appaloosas, Arabians, Morgans, Welsh and Shet- depression, anxiety, addiction, and self-injurious
land ponies, minis, Paints, mustangs, and mixed behavior. During the mutually advantageous SOCIAL:
breeds. process, horses and humans help one another. LuckyOrphans
The backstories on many of these rescues are In addition to its noted horses-as-therapy @Luckyorphans
heartbreaking. They came to Lucky Orphans in program, Lucky Orphans hosts a number of
very poor condition and in need of a new start. summer riding academy sessions and provides @Luckyorphanshorses
Lucky Orphans has worked successfully to bring year-round riding lessons with individual- AVERAGE NUMBER OF
these horses (and even a few goats and sheep) ized attention. Education of adults and children THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
back from their physical and psychological inju- is a key component of the work done at Lucky
ries – thus offering them hope for meaningful, Orphans. 10
PAGE 66 DAILY RACING FORM
MidAtlantic SANCTUARY
Horse Rescue REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA’s rigorous
accreditation process
gives legitimacy to
reputable aftercare
programs. We are
honored to partner
with TAA and thrilled
that our industry
has stepped up to
support aftercare and
ensure safe futures for
our Thoroughbreds.
It has made our work
here a bit easier. It’s
ROUGH COAT PHOTOGRAPHY all about the horse!”
Founded in 2002, MidAtlantic Horse Rescue has helped place more than 2,000 horses.
“These horses are so intelligent and intuitive; feed lots, MAHR also transitions horses off the FOUNDED: 2002
they have so much to offer in second careers. It track, working closely with Maryland’s Beyond ADDRESS:
is the ultimate betrayal if they are thrown away the Wire program, and handling aftercare at Dela- P.O. Box 407
when their racing careers are over.” ware Park in partnership with the track, owners,
This comes from former Delaware Park trainer and trainers, and CANTER Delaware. Horses are Chesapeake City, MD 21915
Beverly Strauss, who in 2002 cofounded Mid- rehabbed as needed and all necessary veterinary, MAIN CONTACT:
Atlantic Horse Rescue with fellow horsewoman farrier, and dental work is provided. Horses are
Virginia Suarez Cole in response to the concern evaluated under saddle and schooled until adopted Beverly Strauss
of slaughter. The pair had saved at-risk Thor- out as sport or pleasure horses. MAHR also has EMAIL:
oughbreds on their own for years and then set up horses available as pasture pets and companions. [email protected]
MAHR in an effort to do even more. Adoption fees are well below market value, up
Launched initially with three rescued off-the- to approximately $2,500 for a sound horse with no WEB ADDRESS:
track Thoroughbreds and a rented five-acre field, restrictions, and ownership is transferred upon midatlantichorserescue.org
the program today hosts more than 45 horses at its adoption. Safety and suitability are of the utmost
main 158-acre farm in the hills of eastern Mary- importance when matching horses and adopters. SOCIAL:
land, plus three satellite farms in Maryland and Adopters have ranged in age from 9 to 70 and have MidAtlanticHorseRescue
South Carolina. This growth has been made possi- included beginners and amateurs as well as top @MidAtlHorseResq
ble by the support of the TAA and other groups professionals.
in the racing industry and has been spurred by MAHR was one of a few programs to be selected AVERAGE NUMBER OF
MAHR’s stellar reputation and successful retrain- to participate in the initial $1 million ASPCA THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
ing and adoption program. The horses are in differ- Rescuing Racers Initiative and has received
ent stages of rehab and retraining, and available annual support since. 120
horses can be seen and tried by appointment. Tax-deductible donations of any amount are
Since its inception, MAHR has helped save, greatly appreciated, while tack, equipment, office
transition, and place more than 2,000 former supplies, and gift cards are always on the wish
racehorses of all ages and abilities. In addition list. Visitors are welcome by appointment to tour
to purchasing Thoroughbreds from auctions and the farm and meet the horses.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 67
Mitchell Farm
Equine Retirement SANCTUARY
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA not only serves
as an accrediting
body, holding
facilities to the high-
est standards, it also
backs up excellence
with support. Funding
from TAA has allowed
Mitchell Farm Equine
Retirement to provide
OTTBs in our care
with the safe,
comfortable,
permanent sanctuary
they so deserve.”
FOUNDED: 2004
ADDRESS:
300 East Haddam Rd.
Residents of Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement in Connecticut enjoy an afternoon of grazing. Salem, CT 06420
PHONE:
Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement is a sanctu- the off-the-track Thoroughbred named Nijinsky (860) 303-8705
ary for aged equines. Sun (aka “Walter”), a grandson of the great Nijin-
Founded in 2004 by current executive director sky II who was unplaced in several starts during MAIN CONTACT:
Dee Doolittle, the organization provides a perma- the mid-1980s. Upon leaving the track, Walter Dee Doolittle
nent home for more than 20 older and often infirm served more than 20 years as a beloved lesson and WEB ADDRESS:
horses of all breeds. show horse for children until earning his much-
The purpose of Mitchell Farm is not to retrain deserved retirement at Mitchell Farm, where he mitchellfarm.org
or re-home, as the majority of program members lived out the rest of life to the ripe age of 35. SOCIAL:
are unrideable due to injury or advanced age. The organization is fully accredited by the
Each Mitchell Farm horse has its own stall and a Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries in addi- mitchellfarm.org
pasture to graze in Connecticut’s gorgeous Salem tion to the TAA and has been recognized by such @mitchell_farm
Valley. groups as Thoroughbred Charities of America, the @mitchell_farm
“Our equine retirees have earned their retire- Doris Day Animal Foundation, and the Unwanted
ment and will never be ridden again,” Doolittle Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
said. “Without the pressures of competition or Mitchell Farm is run largely by volunteers, THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
bearing human weight, they are free to remem- who feed, groom, and care for the equine senior 5
ber, or learn, what it means to be a horse.” citizens on a daily basis. The program also strives
Horses in the program must be a mare or geld- to educate the public on animal-welfare issues
ing at least 20 years old, pasture-sound, in veteri- whenever possible.
narian-verified good health, and current on shots. Mitchell Farm’s annual music festival has been
One of Mitchell Farm’s best resident stories is of a successful early-autumn fund-raiser.
PAGE 68 DAILY RACING FORM
SANCTUARY
NEER North REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“NEER North is
honored to be part of
such a well-respected
equine welfare
organization as the
TAA. Earning accredi-
tation builds confi-
dence among our
donors that
NEER North is a
well-run and credible
organization and will
help to expand our
reach and ability to
support more equines
in need.”
Smirk, an earner of $132,888 on the racetrack, at NEER North in West Newbury, Mass.
FOUNDED: 2008
Each year in Massachusetts and New Hamp- workers. The organization works closely with
shire, scores of horses fall victim to abuse, respected equine rescue groups nationwide, ADDRESS:
neglect, and owner surrender, with many at risk Thoroughbred and Standardbred aftercare 52 Ash St.
of entering the slaughter pipeline. networks, animal hospitals, veterinarians, certi- West Newbury, MA 01985
New England Equine Rescue North (NEER fied trainers, and community organizations to
North) is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit in help promote best practices in care and rehabili- PHONE: (978) 510-1031
West Newbury, Mass., where at-risk animals are tation. MAIN CONTACT:
given safe haven and rehabilitated with individu- Over the years, NEER North has rescued many
alized care to have the best possible chance for Thoroughbreds in crisis through no fault of their Mary Martin
successful re-homing. own. WEB ADDRESS:
NEER North’s uniqueness is evidenced in its “Helping these extraordinary animals heal
no-kill policy and its feed and professional care inside and out and transition to appropriate neernorth.org
assistance for owners unable to care for their forever homes is tremendously meaningful SOCIAL:
horses due to financial hardship. When feasible, work,” said NEER North founder and president neernorthplace
the rescue facilitates owner-to-owner adoptions Mary Martin.
that keep animals out of the rescue system. In Adding the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance @neer_north_
crisis situations, NEER North can be relied upon accreditation to its GuideStar Platinum rating AVERAGE NUMBER OF
to step in promptly and take appropriate action. for transparency and accreditations from the
To build awareness of equine rescue work and Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
responsible horse ownership, NEER North is and EQUUS strengthens NEER North’s ability to 6-10
an educational resource for local horse owners, rescue Thoroughbreds and other at-risk equines
prospective owners, schools, and public safety and owners in need.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 69
New Beginnings REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA accreditation
will allow us to retrain
and re-home more
horses. Over the past
five years, we have
built a trustworthy
program that
racehorse owners
and adopters can
count on. We want to
be a go-to source for
those looking for an
OTTB and feel that
TAA accreditation
validates this to help
us help more horses.”
DENISE KALFAYAN
Michelle Horgan on Bionda (left) and Nicole McKinley on Kegger at a local schooling show
preparing for the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover.
FOUNDED: 2014
New Beginnings Thoroughbreds is a nonprofit their stalls. Each horse is different and requires ADDRESS:
Thoroughbred adoption program. Our founding different amounts of time to relax before begin- 1064 Maxim Southard Rd.
members have spent years retraining off-the- ning to work under tack. Howell, NJ 07731
track Thoroughbreds for second careers. Our New Beginnings has participated in a variety
team is all volunteer and unpaid. Our mission is of activities with its adoptable horses to prepare MAIN CONTACTS:
to find loving adoptive homes for our horses once them for their second careers. We have taken Nicole McKinley, co-director
they have retired from racing. some to the Pennsylvania Horse World Expo and (732) 216-1364
New Beginnings receives horses either directly ridden them in demonstrations and with clini-
from trainers or owners at various racetracks or cians. We also have participated in the Retired Michelle Horgan, co-director
through other adoption programs, working with Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover for (732) 406-4036
such organizations as TAA-accredited MidAtlan- four years with adoptable horses.
tic Horse Rescue. We strive to retrain the horses We feel that exposing them to new situations WEB ADDRESS:
for a second career that is best suited for them, and taking them out to new places helps to www.nbottb.org
working to pair loving adoptive owners with our prepare and transition them into their second SOCIAL:
horses to ensure the best possible outcome for the careers. These events are wonderful outlets to
horse and adopter. showcase the versatility of the Thoroughbred New Beginnings Thoroughbreds
We have a wonderful group of qualified volun- and have been instrumental in helping our orga- @nbottb
teers and board members who work tirelessly to nization grow and assist our horses in their adop-
help us with the horses and to make the program tions. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
run smoothly. New Beginnings relies solely on grants, dona- THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Each horse that comes into New Beginnings is tions, and fundraising to support the horses in its 11
given time to relax and let down. The horses are program. Every dollar received goes directly to
introduced to turn-out and spend time away from the care and feeding of our horses.
PAGE 70 DAILY RACING FORM
New Stride Thoroughbred SANCTUARY
Adoption Society REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA funding has
helped us continue
our mission to take in
and rehabilitate and/
or retrain horses on a
regular basis. Being
accredited by TAA
confirms to racehorse
owners, breeders,
trainers, and the public
our high standard of
care and dedication
to Thoroughbred
aftercare and
placement. We are
grateful to the TAA
TOTEM PHOTOGRAPHICS
Ti Amo Dora, adopted in August of 2015, with Laura White of Pemberton, British Columbia. for its funding.”
New Stride is a registered charity dedicated The experienced, knowledgeable team of volun- FOUNDED: 2002
to finding adoptive homes and alternative teers and caregivers get to know the horses ADDRESS:
careers for Thoroughbred racehorses no longer before a retraining program begins from the
able to compete. ground up. Manners and control are assessed, P.O. Box 10020 RPO Otter Co-op
The charity was founded in 2002 at Hastings then training continues in a program tailored Langley BC V4W 3Z5, Canada
Racecourse in western Canada by a group of to each horse’s needs. Riding also progresses at
concerned owners, breeders, and backstretch a pace suited to each individual horse. PHONE: (778) 985-5673
workers who sought to provide opportunities Once the horse has mastered basic skills, he MAIN CONTACT:
for dignified retirement for as many Thorough- is listed on the organization’s website as avail- Carmen Kramer
breds as possible. able for adoption.
New Stride has placed 175 Thoroughbreds The adoption process begins with an applica- WEB ADDRESS:
into adoptive homes and assisted many owners tion. Anyone wishing to adopt must visit and newstride.com
and trainers in connecting horses coming off spend time with the horse of his or her choice.
the track with opportunities for new careers. Potential adopters are screened through the SOCIAL:
New Stride offers assistance to Thorough- application and in person. When a match is NewStrideThoroughbredAdoptionSociety
bred owners outside the racing community in decided upon, an adoption contract must be @NewStride
the form of information, advice, and free adver- signed, three equine-industry references
tising of horses for sale on its website. produced, and a farm visit by a New Stride @2002newstride
Horses coming into the program arrive at the representative must be conducted. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
main intake farm, where they spend a few days The adopter must stay in touch with New
to a few weeks settling in while being assessed. Stride for one year. THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
15
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 71
New Vocations Racehorse REHABILITATION
Adoption Program RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“We are grateful for
the TAA’s financial
support, which has
made it possible for
us to take in and care
for additional horses
each year.”
FOUNDED: 1992
ADDRESS:
New Vocations at Mereworth Farm
719 Dolan Ln.
Lexington, KY 40511
PHONE:
(859) 252-9574
MAIN CONTACT:
SEL PHOTOGRAPHY New Vocations at Mereworth Farm
Vernet was donated to New Vocations by Juddmonte Farms. He was adopted Kelly Summers
Wietsma and was the 2020 HITS Saugerties Grand Circuit Champion. WEB ADDRESS:
www.newvocations.org
A pioneer in racehorse aftercare, New Voca- with a signed contract stating the horse cannot SOCIAL:
tions leads the nation in retired racehorse return to a racing career or be sold at a public new.vocations1
adoptions, having provided new careers and auction. New Vocations monitors each horse
homes for more than 7,000 Thoroughbreds and closely during the first year in its new home; @NewVocations
Standardbreds since its inception in 1992. New the program offers a lifetime return policy @newvocationsracehorseadoption
Vocations was the first charity to focus solely to ensure the horse always has a safe place if AVERAGE NUMBER OF
on adoption rather than retirement as the needed.
optimal solution for the large number of race- The New Vocations Kentucky location THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
horses leaving the track each year. includes a state-of-the-art training and adop- 320
New Vocations works directly with owners tion facility situated on historic Mereworth
and trainers within the racing industry who Farm in Lexington. New Vocations at Mere-
need a reliable aftercare option. More than worth Farm is part of the Susan S. Donaldson
half of the horses entering the program have Foundation’s 1,200-acre farm, making it the
an injury, ranging from minor soreness to nation’s largest racehorse retirement, reha-
fractures in need of repair. Rehabilitation has bilitation, retraining, and re-homing facility.
become a cornerstone of the program, which Tours are available by appointment.
focuses on retraining and re-homing retired Over the past 28 years, New Vocations has
racehorses. New Vocations has an average of seen a steady increase in demand tor retired
150 horses in its program at any given time. racehorses within the equestrian world.
These horses are in various stages of rehabili- “The homes are out there,” program direc-
tation and retraining, and are spread among tor Anna Ford said. “New Vocations is totally
eight locations in Kentucky, Louisiana, Ohio, dependent on donations to fulfill its mission.
Pennsylvania, and New York. The program The more funding we raise, the more horses
serves more than 500 horses each year. we can rehabilitate, retrain, and re-home. We
Potential adopters undergo a thorough appli- are deeply grateful to all who have joined our
cation process, with nearly 1,000 individuals effort to provide these horses with a quality
screened annually. All horses are adopted life and career after racing.”
PAGE 72 DAILY RACING FORM
Old Friends SANCTUARY
TESTIMONIAL:
“We are proud to be
TAA-accredited. Know-
ing we have passed a
rigorous inspection and
investigation confirms
that we are providing
the best possible
environment and care
for our valued retirees.
Obviously, the financial
support enables us to
maintain those
superior standards and
allows us to continue
providing aftercare for
even more horses in
need.”
LAURA BATTLES
Fighting City Hall, who made more than 100 career starts while racing on the West Coast,
earned a well-deserved retirement home at Old Friends in Georgetown, Ky.
FOUNDED: 2003
Old Friends, the Thoroughbred retirement Soi Phet. And while such rock stars draw crowds, ADDRESS:
facility in Georgetown, Ky., has helped put a new the revenue they raise supports hard-knockers 1841 Paynes Depot Rd.
face on the concept of equine aftercare. like Easy Grades, a one-time Kentucky Derby Georgetown, KY 40324
Founded in 2003 by former Boston Globe film contender who ended up struggling in cheap
critic Michael Blowen, the organization has claiming races at the age of 10, and Fighting City PHONE: (502) 863-1775
grown into a 236-acre sanctuary caring for more Hall, a frequent Portland Meadows and Emerald
than 200 rescued and retired horses. There’s even Downs contender, who made 103 career starts. MAIN CONTACT:
a satellite facility: Old Friends at Cabin Creek in In 2014, Old Friends was presented with a Michael Blowen,
upstate New York, near Saratoga Springs. Special Eclipse Award to honor extraordinary [email protected]
Blowen had long believed that horses past their service in the sport of Thoroughbred racing.
prime could still be valuable – money-earning, But perhaps the greatest reward of all has been WEB ADDRESS:
even – if the venue was right. And so Old Friends the respect and support of the owners, train- oldfriendsequine.org
tested the concept by opening its doors to the ers, and fans who not only donate to the cause of
public, inviting fans to come and visit their turf protecting these amazing athletes but come to the SOCIAL:
heroes. And come they did. The farm attracts farm to pay homage to these beloved horses. Our oldfriendsequine
more than 20,000 visitors annually who come to guests may come to visit a few ex-racehorses, but @Oldfriendsfarm
swoon over such champions as Kentucky Derby they leave having been touched by the heart of a @old_friends
and Preakness winner Silver Charm, Belmont Thoroughbred hero.
Stakes winners Touch Gold, Sarava and Bird- Old Friends offers guided walking tours daily, AVERAGE NUMBER OF
stone, three-time Santa Anita Handicap winner plus private tours and a founder’s tour are also THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Game On Dude, fan favorite and one-time available (both upon request). Reservations are
Kentucky Derby hopeful Patch, New York super- required and may be made at www.oldfriends- 200
star Diversify, and warriors of the turf Hogy and equine.org or by calling (502) 863-1775.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 73
Our Mims
Retirement Haven SANCTUARY
TESTIMONIAL:
“The public needs to
know that an elder
horse is not
necessarily a sick
or dying horse.
Older horses can be
vibrant, healthy, and
sassy with the proper
care. TAA’s support
allows us to
accomplish our
mission.”
FOUNDED: 2004
ADDRESS:
2810 Millersburg Ruddles Mill Rd.
Paris, KY 40361
ANN CHEEK
Our Mims Retirement Haven in Paris, Ky., was founded by the late Jeanne Mirabito. PHONE:
(859) 227-6304
Seventeen years have passed since the incor- of the Haven’s past horses have been buried. MAIN CONTACT:
poration of Our Mims Retirement Haven as a Each grave is marked with a stone and plaque Pete Mirabito
nonprofit. Until her passing in August of 2020, indicating the horse’s name and birth and death WEB ADDRESS:
Haven creator Jeanne Mirabito oversaw the dates.
restoration of health to many mares from dispa- On May 7, 2017, the ashes of 1986 Eclipse Award ourmims.org
rate backgrounds. No matter where they came champion older male Turkoman were interred in SOCIAL:
from or how they got to the Haven, each mare that the cemetery. OurMimsRetirementHaven
arrived found sanctuary in Paris, Ky., where love Farm residents have included Australian-born
and attention is doled out as freely as individual- Princess Royale (who died at age 30); Turkoman’s @MimsRetirement
ized veterinary and nutritional regimens. dam Taba, who lived to 32; major stakes producer @mimsour
Today, the Haven is home to nine Thorough- Iza Valentine (33), Grade 1 winner Lotka (30);
bred mares and one gelding – Elmhurst, the Alydar’s and Our Mims’s Grade 1-winning sister AVERAGE NUMBER OF
1997 Breeders’ Cup Sprint winner and maternal Sugar and Spice (27); and nine-time stakes winner THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
grandson of Our Mims. He arrived in 2011 and is Bel’s Starlet (27). 10
a favorite of fans and visitors. Exciting Bucket is To honor Jeanne, the Haven will continue to
the oldest resident at age 32, and more than half of ensure all current and future horses that grace
the mares at Our Mims are 25 or older. the Haven’s paddocks are cared for in a manner
The Haven always solicits volunteers to feed, respectful of Jeanne’s wishes and of which she
groom, assist farriers and vets, mow, and help would approve. Board members Pete Mirabito,
with general farm maintenance. Ann Cheek, and Sidna Madden are dedicated to
Fans have traveled to Our Mims from all 50 keeping Jeanne’s dreams alive by taking care of
states and more than 20 countries. Visitors are her charges and the place that her love, sweat,
welcome by appointment to see the Haven’s resi- and tears built, and will endure to be the place
dents and walk the cemetery, where almost all where human and equine souls can find peace.
PAGE 74 DAILY RACING FORM
SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
Out Side In RETRAINING/ADOPTION
EQUINE-ASSISTED PROGRAM
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA has not only
provided us funding
to maintain and grow
our Thoroughbred
program, but it
also has served as a
testament to the way
we operate and care
for our horses. This
helps us to leverage
other funding
by giving donors
confidence in our
organization.”
FOUNDED: 2011
Out Side In provides equine-assisted therapy to individuals of all ages.
ADDRESS:
12511 152nd Ave.
Out Side In is a Thoroughbred rescue, reha- purpose in life. Grand Haven, MI 49417
bilitation, and retraining program, and an In addition to the Thoroughbred program
outpatient mental health facility that provides and therapy programs, in 2014 the facility PHONE:
equine assisted psychotherapy to individuals, started its Heroes for Horses program for (616) 844-0906
families, couples, and groups. veterans with PTSD, and the veterans quickly MAIN CONTACT:
OSI’s licensed clinical therapists use horses discovered the parallels between the OTTBs
to treat people of all ages who suffer from and themselves. They both are transition- Jennifer McVoy
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depres- ing into new lives and finding a new purpose. WEB ADDRESS:
sion, anxiety, and myriad other mental and By pairing each veteran with his or her own
emotional disorders. assigned horse, it improved the quality of life outsideintherapy.com
In equine-assisted psychotherapy, horses for the horses and veterans alike. SOCIAL:
are used to provide this unique form of treat- Veterans participate in the rehabilitation, OutSideInStables
ment. It was during a search for an additional retraining and eventual re-homing of the
horse for the therapy program that Out Side horse, while at the same time working with a AVERAGE NUMBER OF
In encountered its first off-the-track Thor- licensed psychotherapist to process through THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
oughbred (OTTB). These horses were wonder- their own mental health issues. By combining
ful therapy partners because they are intelli- work with the horses and an indirect therapeu- 16
gent, responsive, and incredibly intuitive. This tic component, the veterans are more engaged
provided an opportunity to not only use horses and committed than in traditional psychother-
to improve the lives of people but also to help apy. Out Side In is a place where both people
these horses with a second career and a new and horses find hope and healing.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 75
Peaceful Ridge SANCTUARY
Rescue REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“The support of the
TAA will help us
continue to provide
care for racehorses,
especially the injured
horses. We hope that
the prestige of this
accreditation will
assist us in recruiting
additional experi-
enced volunteers and
reduce our adoption
turnaround time. What
it has done for the
aftercare community
is extraordinary.”
REIKO ANDES
Retired racehorses enjoy a relaxing morning grazing and socializing at Peaceful Ridge.
FOUNDED: 2012
Peaceful Ridge Rescue is a nonprofit organi- keep the horse for any reason.
zation that provides shelter, medical and dental PRR is 100 percent volunteer run with the ADDRESS:
care, rehabilitation, and adoption services for exception of part-time farm hands who help feed. 2995 SW 121st Ave.
rescued horses. Its mission is to rescue horses Every donation goes directly to the needs of the Davie, FL 33330
from neglect, abuse, and abandonment; to improve horses.
their lives by providing a safe haven for healing Trained and dedicated volunteers feed, groom, PHONE: (954) 240-6080
and rehabilitation; and to find a home for every clean stalls and paddock, and help with general MAIN CONTACT:
horse through a rigorous adoption program. maintenance and administrative work.
Over the past nine years, PRR has rescued PRR board members see the organization as a Laura Jones
more than 100 horses. When PRR cannot bring legacy. PRR’s educational programs are already WEB ADDRESS:
horses into its facility due to capacity, it works grooming rescuers of the future.
to place them in proper homes through adoption, PRR accepts pasture pals and senior horses. peacefulridgerescue.org
and PRR also follows up annually on all adopted The newest arrival to its rescue family is Domi- SOCIAL:
horses. nic, a 7-year-old gelding, who came from Gulf- PeacefulRidgeRescue
PRR prohibits breeding of adopted mares and stream Park. Dominic has fully recovered from
all stallions are gelded before they are re-homed. a bowed tendon and a sesamoid fracture and is @PRRhorses
Horses can be returned at any time, and they enjoying romping with his buddies in the pasture @PeacefulRidgeRescue
come back to PRR if the adopter can no longer while he awaits his forever family.
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUIGHBREDS PER YEAR:
15
PAGE 76 DAILY RACING FORM
SANCTUARY
R.A.C.E. Fund REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“A national
accrediting body has
been needed for a
long time, and TAA is
fulfilling that need. It is
another safety net for
Thoroughbreds
to ensure that
organizations are
providing quality care
and adhering to a
strict code of
standards.”
FOUNDED: 2004
ADDRESS:
8031 Rabbit Ln.
Harrisburg, PA 17112
R.A.C.E Fund has six participating farms in four states to provide services for retired horses. PHONE:
(717) 469-2789
The R.A.C.E. Fund, Pennsylvania’s fi rst Thor- The R.A.C.E. Fund utilizes an intermediate MAIN CONTACTS:
oughbred retirement program, was founded in farm in Pennsylvania for temporary layovers and Marlene Murray
2004 by Patricia Bewley, Marlene Murray, and quarantine horses coming from auctions. In addi- Catherine George
Diana Meyers, daughters of veteran trainer Art tion, it has six participating farms in four states
Kelley. Patricia and Marlene trained Thorough- where horses are sent for retraining, rehabilita- WEB ADDRESS:
breds as well, and Diana worked as an exercise tion, or, if necessary, long-term retirement. racefund.org
rider and pony girl. The acronym R.A.C.E. stands Mares adopted through the program may not
for Retirement Assistance and Care for Equines. be bred. Horses placed into new homes will be SOCIAL:
“The reason we started the R.A.C.E. Fund was monitored for life. race.fund
not only to help Thoroughbreds after their racing Adopters are required to send photos every @RACEFund
careers ended but also to bring awareness about three months and at the end of the year must
the need for funding retirement, rehabilitation, submit an Annual Records Report listing any AVERAGE NUMBER OF
and especially long-term care for sanctuary veterinary/farrier procedures that have been THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
horses,” Murray said. “Although we do adopt out done, including vaccinations, de-wormings,
some horses, our main focus has been on rescu- trims, etc., and who provided those services. 11
ing auction-bound Thoroughbreds and horses Participating farms also are required to send a
that cannot go into a second career as they are at report for each R.A.C.E. Fund horse stabled at its
higher risk.” facility.
Over the past 17 years, the R.A.C.E. Fund has Each year the R.A.C.E. Fund holds an online
assisted with the retirement and/or rescue of auction to help raise funds, in addition to apply-
more than 100 Thoroughbreds and racetrack ing for grants and receiving donations from indi-
pony horses. vidual supporters.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 77
SANCTUARY
Racing for Home REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA accreditation
has been a longtime
goal for us, and it is
very exciting to be
honored with this
recognition. We are
grateful to TAA for
recognizing the work
we have done over
the past 10 years,
and we are thrilled to
be able to continue to
grow and expand –
all for the horses who
have given us every-
The family team of Brian, Sherrie, and Acacia Courtney established Racing For Home. thing.”
FOUNDED: 2011
Racing for Home works to provide retrain- nut mare. Palace Diva was the catalyst to the ADDRESS:
ing, re-homing, rehabilitation, and sanctu- formation of Racing for Home, which received 155 Blake Rd.
ary for off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTB). 501(c)(3) status in 2011. A long-time love for Hamden, CT 06517
Established by the mother-daughter team of horses, and Thoroughbreds in particular,
Sherrie and Acacia Courtney, Racing for Home combined with a desire to fulfill the sense of MAIN CONTACTS:
takes each OTTB and evaluates them on a case- responsibility to our retired racehorses, turned Sherrie Courtney
by-case basis and they are given individualized the operation into a full-time profession. (860) 690-0689
care by the organization’s experienced staff at Since its inception, some 30 Thorough-
one of its two facilities in Connecticut. breds have gone through Racing for Home’s Acacia Courtney
Some horses come directly from the race- program. Sherrie, an experienced rider and (203) 979-7569
track and can easily be retrained for a second horsewoman, works hands-on with Racing
career and adopted out to a new home with a for Home’s members on a daily basis along- WEB ADDRESS:
legal contract. Others may have sustained side trusted veterinary staff, barn managers, racingforhomeinc.com
training or racing injuries, and are rehabili- and trainers. Acacia is a well-known racing SOCIAL:
tated with careful veterinary surveillance and analyst and reporter in the industry, and
assessment, so that the proper placement can works to network OTTBs as well as create and racingforhomeinc
be decided. Finally, select OTTBs are provided maintain trusting relationships with horse- @racingforhome
sanctuary with Racing for Home, and given a men and women looking to retire their horses @racingforhomeinc
place to spend the rest of their lives after their or support aftercare initiatives.
days on the racetrack have ended. This indi- The pair use social media to share photos and AVERAGE NUMBER OF
vidualized approach is something Racing for updates of each of Racing for Home’s members THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Home prides itself on. and put an emphasis on keeping donors and
It all started in 2009 when Sherrie and Acacia fans updated on the work they are doing daily, 11
adopted their first OTTB from the Suffolk as they continue to grow and give the highest
Downs backside, Palace Diva, a spirited, chest- quality care to their OTTBs.
PAGE 78 DAILY RACING FORM
Redwings SANCTUARY
Horse Sanctuary REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Redwings Horse
Sanctuary is grateful
to TAA for its
generous support.
TAA has helped us
develop
and improve our
retraining program
and has enabled us
to provide sanctuary
and approved foster/
adoptive homes to
many off-the-track
Thoroughbreds.”
Ernest Shackleton enjoys his morning gallop in one of Redwings’s large community pastures.
FOUNDED: 1991
MAILING ADDRESS:
Redwings Horse Sanctuary rescued its before being allowed to foster a Redwings horse. P.O. Box 186
first horse in spring of 1991 after the Fresno A mandatory one-year foster period enables Paso Robles, CA 93447
Humane Society reported finding a young Redwings staff to keep a close eye on the foster
Thoroughbred with a fractured shoulder in an horses to ensure they are happy, healthy, and a PHONE:
auction yard. His registered name was Island good fit in their new homes. After 12 months of (831) 386-0135
Fighter, but the staff renamed him Sam, and successful fostering, a horse will become avail-
after a long rehabilitation he made a full and able for adoption by its foster family. MAIN CONTACT:
successful recovery. Redwings does not charge adoption fees and Sara Ruggerone
Redwings Horse Sanctuary is now home to is always willing to take back a horse for any
78 equines, including 13 Thoroughbreds, with reason. Those horses that are unadoptable due WEB ADDRESS:
21 other horses in foster homes. Redwings to age, illness, or injury are given a permanent redwingshorsesanctuary.org
accepts all breeds, from the smallest mini to the home at the sanctuary in Lockwood, Calif.
largest draft horse; it also accepts mules and Redwings recently began a retraining SOCIAL:
burros. The mission of Redwings is to rescue program for off-the-track Thoroughbreds to redwingshorses
abused or neglected horses, provide permanent prepare them for second careers and also offers @redwingshorses
sanctuary or suitable foster/adoptive homes rehabilitation to horses retired from racing due
for those animals, and to eliminate the causes to injuries. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
of equine suffering through education and Redwings is excited to be moving to its new THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
community outreach. permanent home in the spring of 2021. We are 15
Redwings has a foster-to-adopt program to currently wrapping up construction and getting
ensure that all of its horses go to approved and ready to move all the horses to Paso Robles.
loving homes. Prospective owners must fill out The new address will be 6875 Union Road, Paso
a foster applications and have a home inspection Robles, Calif.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 79
SANCTUARY
Remember Me Rescue REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Being a part of the
TAA has allowed us
to help more horses
than ever before. We
have expanded our
training capabilities
and our volunteer
programs. We also
have added a new
therapy program
to help rehabilitate
injured horses more
quickly.”
FOUNDED: 2008
TERRI CAGE
Flying Open and Remember Me Rescue volunteer Mary Cage doing some round pen work.
ADDRESS:
4100 Conveyor Dr.
Remember Me Rescue was started in 2008 with horses are started on the basics. Burleson, TX 76028
the mission to rehabilitate, retrain, and re-home Sometimes racehorses pick up a few undesir-
retired Thoroughbred racehorses. In the begin- able habits at the track, which is why ground PHONE:
ning, the main focus was to give owners and work with the ex-racehorse is stressed and so (817) 689-1214
trainers a place they could trust to help find a important. Remember Me utilizes a ground agil-
safe place to retire their horses. Since then, the ity course to help horses learn new skills, gain MAIN CONTACT:
goals of Remember Me Rescue have expanded confidence, and become desensitized to many of Donna Keen
because there are many other issues facing the things that might startle the average horse.
retired racehorses, with the organization now The horses are given every chance to have a WEB ADDRESS:
helping in such areas as large-scale breeding successful second career by being taught basic teamkeen.com
farm rescues and slaughter intervention. skills to help prepare them for the person who
Remember Me Rescue is a 20-acre facility can take them to the next level. SOCIAL:
located in Burleson, Texas. It has a 20-stall Remember Me was one of the first organi- REMEMBERMERESCUE
barn and a two-stall quarantine barn that was zations to successfully defend its adoption RememberMeOTTB
donated by Midwest Thoroughbreds. It also has contract in court after an adopter defaulted on
several paddocks, a round pen, and riding areas. the responsibility to which they agreed. Remem- AVERAGE NUMBER OF
Horses at Remember Me receive the highest ber Me prides itself in not only giving horses THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
quality of care while being prepared for the next the best chance to be successful, but it is also 35
chapter in their lives. committed to following them after they are
Upon entering the program, horses are eval- adopted and doing whatever is necessary to
uated for soundness and given the time they ensure their safety.
need to rest or rehabilitate. They are weighed, When adopting from Remember Me, the
measured, and have specialized nutritional adopter can be certain they are getting a horse
programs designed to benefit their individual that has been thoroughly evaluated by profes-
needs. They are evaluated for soundness and a sional trainers, properly vetted, and given the
plan is put in place for their future. Once they basic skills to provide a successful lifelong rela-
are ready to begin a retraining regimen, the tionship for their new owner.
PAGE 80 DAILY RACING FORM
SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
ReRun Inc. RETRAINING/ADOPTION
EQUINE-ASSISTED PROGRAM
TESTIMONIAL:
“Having the oversight
of TAA has allowed
us to expand within a
dynamically
changing industry
with more horses
benefiting from our
services than ever
before. Providing
financial support
along with national
recognition, TAA has
been invaluable to the
efforts of those helping
Thoroughbreds. TAA is
allowing more horses
Fastidious never won in four starts on the track but now successfully competes in eventing. than ever to turn for
home.”
ReRun Inc. is a renowned, pioneering organi- oughbred Breeders, and takes in more than 100
zation in Thoroughbred rescue and adoption, horses per year and boasts a low adoption return
having been founded in 1996 by Shon Wylie and rate of less than 2 percent. FOUNDED: 1996
Lori Nagle originally as a division of the Humane In 2016, ReRun received the Award of Merit
Society of Kentucky. from Thoroughbred Charities of America. Veri- ADDRESS:
Its mission ever since has been to retrain, fied by GFAS, ReRun also operates a sanctuary 236A Waters Rd.
reschool, and rehabilitate ex-racehorses and to farm in Maryland, home to one-time New York- East Greenbush, NY 12601
find them loving homes and new careers. The bred Turf Horse of the Year Dave and graded
focus has been largely on horses coming directly stakes winner Marco Be Good. PHONE: (859) 595-6660
off the track, primarily those retiring from New The ReRun board has broad industry represen- MAIN CONTACT:
York and East Coast tracks. tation, its directors including a leading equine
ReRun operates the premier facility in New orthopedic surgeon, a successful trainer, a turf Lisa Molloy
York, a state-of-the-art facility with extensive journalist, and a top horse player. WEB ADDRESS:
rehab capabilities – taking in and adopting out The 25-year-old organization works with part-
more horses in the state than any other char- ner programs to assist as many horses as possible rerunottb.com
ity. ReRun also offers equine-assisted therapy and is sponsored by the New York Thoroughbred SOCIAL:
services to veterans via Saratoga Warhorse and Breeding and Development Fund, and supported rerunthoroughbredadoption
to those in local hospice. by donations from individuals and businesses.
Located in the Capital Region close to major ReRun also operates the nationally known @ReRunOTTB
tracks and interstates, ReRun has a capacity for “Moneigh” program. Moneighs are works of AVERAGE NUMBER OF
45 horses and is the permanent home of fan favor- art created by racehorses, both famous (such
ite Saratoga Snacks. as Zenyatta, American Pharoah, California THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
It partners with New York Thoroughbred Chrome, Songbird, and Storm Cat) and the not- 80
Development Fund, the New York Thoroughbred so-famous, and their artwork is auctioned off,
Horsemen’s Association, and the New York Thor- with proceeds benefiting ReRun.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 81
REHABILITATION
RVR Horse Rescue RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Accreditation from
the TAA gives owners
and trainers peace of
mind that RVR Horse
Rescue will provide
the highest quality
care when it comes
to rehabilitating and
re-homing injured
horses. We are
proud to be affiliated
with TAA’s mission
to provide a secure
future for off-the-track
Thoroughbreds.”
KAREN PACK
Fiery Opal, a winner of 7 races and $297,235, retired to RVR after making his last start in 2020. FOUNDED: 2004
RVR Horse Rescue is an all-volunteer organi- accredited by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alli- ADDRESS:
zation that provides rescue, rehabilitation, and ance and verified by the Global Federation of 12611 Hayes Clan Rd.
re-homing to horses and donkeys in need. Animal Sanctuaries. Riverview, FL 33579
RVR recognizes that it is not only abused While adoption into a loving home is the hope
horses that need a second chance but retired race- for every horse, there are no deadlines or expira- PHONE:
horses as well, and its partnership with Tampa tion dates for horses whose adoptability has been (813) 280-9299
Bay Downs has enabled many Thoroughbreds to lessened by age, health issues, or emotional chal- MAIN CONTACT:
find second careers and placement in post-racing lenges. RVR continues to provide each horse with
career homes. top-notch care, along with a hefty dose of loving Lisa Gold
From its beginning as a rescue serving the attention from volunteers.
Tampa Bay area, RVR is recognized and called RVR is committed to enriching the Tampa WEB ADDRESS:
upon by law enforcement agencies and other Bay community through its love of horses. It rvrhorserescue.org
rescues throughout the state of Florida to aid offers educational programs for children, visit- SOCIAL:
horses in need. RVR volunteers have the dedica- ing schools, and senior communities, and host-
tion and expertise to handle the worst cases of ing events at the rescue for Scout troops and RVRHorseRescue
neglect, injury, and abuse, and are able to provide other groups. It is keenly aware that by fostering @RVRHorseRescue
24-hour critical care when necessary. engagement between humans and horses, it will @RVRHorseRescue
RVR’s experience in rehabilitating injuries increase awareness of equine needs.
makes it an ideal place for a Thoroughbred whose RVR Horse Rescue is a 501(c)(3) organization AVERAGE NUMBER OF
racing career ends due to injury and needs time and its programs are supported by donations, THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
to heal before being retrained. In 2016, RVR was sponsorships, fundraisers, and grants. 10
PAGE 82 DAILY RACING FORM
Second Call Thoroughbred
Adoption and Placement REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“We are excited to be
part of the TAA family.
TAA represents all
that is good in Thor-
oughbred racing,
especially making life
better for our equine
athletes that are so
deserving of a digni-
fied retirement. ‘Alone
we can do so little;
together we can do
so much.’ ”
FOUNDED: 2012
ADDRESS:
Del Mar Sunset, a son of Candy Ride, earned more than $109,000 on the racetrack and was
retired through Second Call and adopted by Natalie Cribbon. P.O. Box 113
Helmetta, NJ 08828
Second Call, founded in 2012, is a 501(c)(3) and prepare the former racehorses for their new PHONE: (908) 216-2329
nonprofit Thoroughbred adoption and placement tasks. Every effort is made to ensure successful,
program dedicated to New Jersey’s off-the-track long-term placements. MAIN CONTACT:
Thoroughbreds. Our business model allows us to focus specifi- Laurie Lane
Serving as the exclusive aftercare program cally on the local racing jurisdiction that gives
for Monmouth Park, the mission is to assist and back so much to our communities. By aligning WEB ADDRESS:
ensure that retired racehorses find a second call- with Monmouth Park and its horsemen, we can SCTAP.com
ing and/or profession. channel all our resources and activities where SOCIAL:
Thoroughbreds accepted into the program are they are needed the most.
rested, evaluated, and reacclimated. They are We feel this approach enables us to build better SecondCallThoroughbreds
then transitioned to proven trainers who receive relationships and serve the horses and riders AVERAGE NUMBER OF
a financial stipend from Second Call to retrain more effectively.
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
40
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 83
Second Chance SANCTUARY
Thoroughbreds REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Second Chance
Thoroughbreds is
proud to be a
TAA-accredited
organization.
Accreditation means
national exposure
among a group of
nonprofits held to
higher standards with
rigorous requirements.
Accreditation also
provides needed
funding that helps us
expand our mission
NAIMARK PHOTOGRAPHY and allows us to rehab,
Hiclass Tenpin, who was adopted in 2017 by rider Makenna Walrath, competing at Second
Chance’s Thoroughbred Jubilee Benefit Horse Show in 2019. retrain, and re-home
more Thoroughbreds
In September of 2011, Collette Duddy made her point awards exclusively for Thoroughbreds at
first trip to the backside of the Finger Lakes race- these shows. into new careers.”
track and was in awe of the quality of the horses Thoroughbreds are known for their athleti-
and their bargain prices. Six horses traveled to cism, willingness, and desire to please. Second
Second Chance Thoroughbreds in Spencer, N.Y., Chance Thoroughbreds is proud to showcase FOUNDED: 2012
that year to be retrained and re-homed. Second those qualities when representing its horses in ADDRESS:
Chance Thoroughbreds board members Duddy, the community. 121 Dawson Hill Rd.
Robyn Null-Hancock, and Candace Kelly are all TAA accreditation is the gold standard in Thor-
experienced horsewomen and volunteer their oughbred aftercare, and its accreditation has Spencer, NY 14883
skills to the organization. opened up more sponsorship opportunities for PHONE: (607) 589-7669
Besides retraining off-the-track Thorough- our organization to provide the absolute best care
breds (OTTBs), we also teach riding lessons and for our beloved Thoroughbreds while they await MAIN CONTACT:
run a summer horsemanship program for youth. their forever home. Collette Duddy
We attend community events such as parades, Now in our eighth year, our mission remains
school programs, and local horse events. We the same: to provide OTTBs with a soft landing WEB ADDRESS:
demonstrate how versatile and trainable Thor- after the end of their racing careers by giving secondchancethoroughbreds.org
oughbreds are. Hosting two horse shows a year them ample rehabilitation and retraining, transi-
provides added funds to our budget, and with the tioning them to a new career. Thoroughbreds are SOCIAL:
sponsorship of The Jockey Club Thoroughbred known for their athleticism, heart and desire to SecondChanceTBs
Incentive Program, we offer classes and high- please. Ride an OTTB today! @SecondChanceTBs
@SecondChanceTBs
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
11
PAGE 84 DAILY RACING FORM
Second Stride REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“The support of
TAA has allowed
Second Stride to
increase the number
of horses we care
for. Through the TAA
application process,
evaluations, and site
visits required for
accreditation, our
administrative proce-
dures improved with
TAA feedback. This
process helps ensure
the best ongoing care
for horses, donors,
and adopters.”
A group of young volunteers at work at Second Stride near Louisville, Ky. FOUNDED: 2005
ADDRESS:
Second Stride is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organiza- colts and stallions and take in and rehabilitate
tion founded in 2005 to provide professional reha- horses who have been injured. Second Stride 7204 Highway 329
bilitation, retraining, and placement for retired breaks unraced horses to ride and even restarts Crestwood, KY 40014
Thoroughbred racehorses in qualified homes retired broodmares under saddle so they may PHONE:
so that they may reach their full potential in a have a productive career after breeding.
productive second career. Second Stride donors have included such (502) 241-8440
Second Stride is based on volunteer advisers, high-profile racing names as Hall of Fame MAIN CONTACT:
board members, and individuals who are active trainer Carl Nafzger, Claiborne Farm, Taylor Kim Smith
in other areas of the racing industry, including Made Farm, and Lane’s End. Second Stride also
owners, partnership managers, handicappers, receives support from regional racetracks, train- WEB ADDRESS:
and trainers. ers, horsemen’s organizations, many local busi- secondstride.org
Second Stride has placed hundreds of horses nesses, and individual horse lovers from all over.
in new homes over the years. Success stories A Kentucky Derby Week party is held each SOCIAL:
include many retired sound “war horses” with spring in Louisville to benefit Second Stride, secondstride
more than 50 racing starts, and also many stakes complete with live and silent auctions and celeb- @secondstride
winners. rity guests.
Adoption fees typically range from free to Second Stride participates in several other @secondstride
approved applicants to up to $2,500 for horses community-based fundraising events through- AVERAGE NUMBER OF
ready to compete in sports such as hunters, show out the year and applies annually for several
jumping, and eventing. prestigious grants that have rigorous application THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Second Stride is able to castrate and socialize processes. 150
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 85
Second Wind SANCTUARY
Thoroughbred Project REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“We are committed
to continue our
top-quality horse
care, and financial
assistance from the
TAA makes this
possible. We can
proudly tell
potential grantors that
we are an
accredited program
with the highest
industry standard,
and this enables us to
A young rider after an enjoyable lesson on an off-the-track Thoroughbred mare named Fledge. enhance our
fundraising efforts to
Founder and president Dayle Eldredge narian and a farrier, both of whose client lists
created Second Wind Thoroughbred Project include Hall of Fame racehorse trainers and expand the program
with her mother and lifelong friend in 2015. Olympic dressage riders. to help OTTBs.”
What makes the program unique is its Second Wind is located just outside of
core group of people. They were all horse- Camden, S.C. The area’s historic Thorough- FOUNDED: 2015
loving teens whose passion was ignited when bred-focused community boasts many train-
they started riding Thoroughbreds. They all ing centers, the Steeplechase Hall of Fame, and ADDRESS:
became industry experts who have had life- the South Carolina Horse Park. Second Wind 65 Post Rd.
long careers at the highest levels of the profes- is proud of its outstanding facilities at The
sion in both the racing and horse show worlds. Stables at Macburn Plantation. Its training Bethune, SC 29009
Second Wind’s group of talented horsewomen program is enhanced by an indoor arena and PHONE:
includes a U.S. Equestrian Federation “R” more than 5,000 acres of trails. (910) 986-8725
hunter/jumper horse show judge who serves As a boutique operation, Second Wind allows
on national committees, a horse show steward, each horse the opportunity to progress at their MAIN CONTACT:
a competitive amateur hunter/jumper rider, a own pace. A positive outcome for every horse is Dayle Eldredge
Reiki master and homeopath, an equine veteri- the No. 1 priority.
EMAIL ADDRESS:
[email protected]
WEB ADDRESS:
secondwindtbs.org
SOCIAL:
secondwindthoroughbredproject
@secondwindthoroughbredproject
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
16
PAGE 86 DAILY RACING FORM
Secretariat Center REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“The Secretariat Center
is very grateful for the
support from the TAA.
As the gold standard
in Thoroughbred
reschooling, the
Secretariat Center
shares the TAA’s
passion for OTTBs
athleticism and
versatility, and
matching horses
with committed
equestrians.”
SHAWN MCMILLAN FOUNDED: 2004
Secretariat Center graduate Patrick Henry competing in show hunters with Melissa Murphy.
ADDRESS:
The Secretariat Center, which has been new career. Because the campus is small – 4155 Walt Robertson Rd.
hailed as “the gold standard in Thoroughbred 16 acres of paddocks and eight stalls – Secretar- Lexington, KY 40511
reschooling,” opened in October 2004. iat Center houses 12 to 15 horses at a time. Once
It uses its location at the Kentucky Horse adopted, Secretariat Center horses are tracked PHONE:
Park in Lexington to do three things: for life to ensure their well being. (859) 246-3080
Promote the athleticism and versatility of Potential adopters fill out applications and
the Thoroughbred in second careers in order supply references and, once approved, come MAIN CONTACT:
to encourage adoptions nationwide. ride to make sure the fit is a good one. Adoption Shelley Mann
Educate the public about Thoroughbreds. fees vary based on the length of stay, the extent WEB ADDRESS:
Highlight the many good things that of a horse’s limitations, if any, and the scope of
the racing industry is doing to support the horse. secretariatcenter.org
aftercare. Secretariat Center offers college and high SOCIAL:
Secretariat Center horses are selected to be school internships, welcomes volunteers, and
ambassadors for the breed and the sport of regularly hosts tours and demonstrations. /SecretariatCenter
racing. It is not a rescue facility. Horses are “The Secretariat Center does everything @SecretariatCen1
selected based on soundness of body and mind, right,” said former jockey Rosie Napravnik, @SecretariatCenter
temperament, and serviceability. “from horse care, to the horses’ new skills, to
Horses in the program learn new skill sets, the staff’s amazing ability to find homes for AVERAGE NUMBER OF
addressing body, spirit, and mind, that gives them. The Secretariat Center is all about excel- THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
them a basic foundation on which to build a lence, honesty, and the horse!”
45
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 87
Southern California SANCTUARY
Thoroughbred Rescue REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“TAA has initiated
significant
improvements in our
protocols and practices
through its accreditation
process. It also represents
an invaluable source of
grant monies through
funds raised from within
the racing industry for
sanctuary care of our
Thoroughbreds.
This has freed us to
dedicate fundraising,
donations, and other
grants to improvements
LAURIE TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHY in rehabilitation,
Just Fishin (aka Justin), with Jessica Abbott of Showcase Training Stables, competing at the
Thoroughbred Classic at Galway Downs in Temecula, Calif. retraining, and adoption.”
Southern California Thoroughbred Rescue stakes winner Place Cowboy, now training
provides a safety net for Thoroughbreds of as an eventer; Persistent, who once sold for FOUNDED: 2008
all ages and backgrounds who have run out of $120,000; and Free Sammy, who brought $77,000
options. as a 2-year-old. All were acquired from Southern ADDRESS:
Started in 2008 by Caroline Betts, SCTR has California livestock auctions. P.O. Box 5
helped more than 100 horses in need, most taken Prospective new homes are carefully Norco, CA 92860
directly from livestock auctions. SCTR repre- screened, and most program horses are adopted
sentatives attend local auctions to identify Thor- out to experienced riders or those with quali- PHONE: (951) 768-2043
oughbreds potentially at risk. Rescues are made fied trainers. The adoption contract provides MAIN CONTACT:
based on need rather than adoptability or ride- lifetime protection – adoptees may not be resold
ability. or transferred by adopters but must return to Jackie Poe
The SCTR philosophy is that all Thorough- SCTR. WEB ADDRESS:
breds are winners, regardless of pedigree, Rescues can only be achieved when space and sctbrescue.org
performance, or physical condition. Once funds are available, thus the need for income is
acquired, horses undergo a minimum of 30 days ongoing. All donations are welcome, and horse SOCIAL:
of quarantine at a facility in Apple Valley, where sponsorships range from $10 to $250 per month. socaltbrescue
they are handled, evaluated for health, and Prominent equine artists such as the late
given necessary veterinary and farrier care. Fred Stone and the late Christine Picavet have @socaltbrescue
Many will then be “re-started” by a professional donated proceeds from their work, while the @socaltbrescue
trainer. SCTR has about 18 Thoroughbreds, organization has received support from Blue AVERAGE NUMBER OF
ranging in ages from 5 to 26. Horse Charities, ASPCA, The Exceller Fund,
Past and present SCTR horses have included and Thoroughbred Charities of America, as well THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
a daughter of the great Alleged; Santa Anita as the TAA. 18
PAGE 88 DAILY RACING FORM
South Florida SPCA REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
“The importance of
TAA’s support cannot
be overstated. The
funds we receive
allow us to save
more horses, while
the rigorous
accreditation
standards give
SFSPCA the
credibility and respect
required by important
donors and
potential adopters.
The value of
relationships created
and strengthened by
Soy Yo was rescued by the South Florida SPCA as a 4-year-old stallion with four broken our TAA accreditation
sesamoid bones. The SFSPCA provided surgery for his injuries, gelded him, and rehabilitated
and retrained him to prepare him for adoption into a loving permanent home. is incalculable.”
South Florida SPCA was founded in 1992 in The fight on behalf of horses isn’t only
response to the need to provide horses with a safe performed at the rescue ranch. SFSPCA also has FOUNDED: 1992
haven from cruelty, abuse, or abandonment in the a Legal Task Force which assists when needed in ADDRESS:
Miami-Dade Florida area. prosecution of cruelty, as well as being support-
It works with Miami-Dade Animal Services and ive of legislation and other organizations’ efforts Homestead, Fla.
responds 24/7 to local law enforcement requests to eliminate illegal horse slaughter. PHONE:
to investigate cruelty and abandonment cases. Many of the SFSPCA off-the-track Thorough-
The organization is often called in to seize suffer- breds have become beloved family horses as well (305) 825-8826
ing horses and bring them to the rescue ranch, as ribbon-winning show horses, consistently MAIN CONTACT:
where they are provided appropriate refeeding proving their versatility and adaptability. It is Christine Septer,
programs, veterinary and farrier care, as well as inspiring and gratifying to be able to offer such
retraining to prepare them for a second chance an amazing animal as an off-the-track Thorough- executive director
in life. bred a chance at a new life. WEB ADDRESS:
The horses that the SFSPCA rescues, includ- The SFSPCA has a rigorous adoption applica-
ing off-the-track Thoroughbreds, are sometimes tion process. All applications are reviewed by the spca-sofla.org
found in the worst conditions imaginable. It is not adoption committee and the organization consid- SOCIAL:
unusual for the horses to require extraordinary ers matching horses to humans an important southFloridaSPCA
life-saving measures involving extensive veteri- component to the future happiness of the horses.
nary care, a specialized refeeding program, as All horses that are adopted can be returned at @HelpTheHorses
well as round-the-clock intensive care by staff any time without question. The SFSPCA’s family @spca_sfla
and volunteers. The organization works closely of volunteers, collaborators, supporters, and
with Thoroughbred owners, breeders, and train- those who provide necessary funding all believe AVERAGE NUMBER OF
ers to ensure their horses in transition don’t fall in its mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
into peril. these magnificent animals.
10-15
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 89
SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
Square Peg Foundation RETRAINING/ADOPTION
EQUINE-ASSISTED PROGRAM
TESTIMONIAL:
“When I am on my
horse, only God is
taller than I.”
– Spanish proverb
“That’s the
empowerment Square
Peg horses give
autism families. When
a mother hears her
silent child laughing,
you have changed
the world for that
family. TAA’s
commitment to
aftercare brought
these horses a
second chance.
ROBYN PETERS What they give in
Kemma Peters with Extra Fifty, by Afleet Alex, left, and Irresponsible King, by Kingmambo.
return is priceless.”
Square Peg Foundation was established in 2004 of character, a unique example of gentleness and
as an adaptive riding program for children with power who responds to all people according to
learning and/or developmental disabilities such their intentions – not to their age, size, race, or FOUNDED: 2004
as autism, ADHD, and Tourette’s Syndrome. social status. We focus on building self-image, ADDRESS:
The innovative organization, headquartered one student at a time.”
in Half Moon Bay, Calif., offers a creative, heal- The 22 Square Peg horses, ranging in age from PMB 402, 80 Cabrillo Hwy North
ing approach to teaching students and training 3 into their 30s, found their way to the program Suite Q
horses based on mutual need – the horses, some in need of second – or third – chances. Many are Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
of whom were rescued from undesirable circum- Thoroughbreds who have been integrated into
stances, benefit as much as the people involved. this adaptive horsemanship program for chil- PHONE: (650) 440-5064
Square Peg’s simple but powerful mission state- dren, among them stakes-placed Momotombo; MAIN CONTACT:
ment is: “We turn ‘I wish’ into ‘I can.’ ” Children the aptly named Autism Awareness; Irrespon- Joell Dunlap
learn to ride and care for animals much larger sible King (aka “Stanley”), a royally bred son
than themselves and in the process become advo- of Kingmambo and grandson of champion Eliza WEB ADDRESS:
cates for those who have no voice, thus gaining a who knows tricks in addition to jumping, trail squarepegfoundation.org
sense of confidence and empowerment. riding, and performing dressage; and Mythical
Executive director and co-founder Joell Storm, a son of Fusaichi Pegasus who raced in SOCIAL:
Dunlap described Square Peg as providing a Southern California and won at Santa Anita in everyonefits
“yes” environment, “an intense experience that his debut. @SquarePegRanch
shows students they are capable of so much more Square Peg offers specialized private or group
than they imagined. The horse is a gentle judge classes for basic riding. @squarepegfoundation
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
15
PAGE 90 DAILY RACING FORM
Susan S. Donaldson SANCTUARY
Foundation/Mereworth Farm
TESTIMONIAL:
“The Susan S.
Donaldson
Foundation strives
for excellence in
all aspects of its
aftercare operation
and is proud to be
recognized with TAA
accreditation. The
TAA is an outstanding
resource for providing
the best care possible
to the Mereworth
Farm residents.”
EQUISPORT PHOTOS
Established in 1924, Mereworth Farm was a prominent racing and breeding operation that now
provides lifelong care for horses under the direction of the Susan Donaldson Foundation.
FOUNDED: 1989
ADDRESS:
Set on 1,200 acres in the heart of horse coun- Upon his death, his daughter, Susan Salmon
try, Mereworth Farm has been steeped in the rich Donaldson, acquired the farm from his estate in 4999 Bethel Rd.
tradition of Thoroughbred racing and breeding 1986. Susan also had racing and breeding success Lexington, KY 40511
since its inception in 1924. under the Mereworth banner until her passing in
Established by New York real estate mogul 2011, when she bequeathed the farm to a founda- PHONE:
Walter Salmon Sr., the farm was originally tion she established in 1989. Continuing her fami- (859) 552-7118
created for Salmon to expand his Saratoga- ly’s legacy of commitment to the care of horses, AVERAGE NUMBER OF
based racing string and try his hand at breeding. the foundation’s mission is to provide lifelong
Mirroring his success in real estate, Salmon had care for unwanted horses that would otherwise THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
many accomplishments both on the track and in be threatened with euthanasia because of injury 150
the breeding shed, winning the 1923 Preakness or old age.
Stakes with Vigil and the 1926 and 1929 Preak- Since 2011, the Susan S. Donaldson Founda-
ness Stakes with two Mereworth-breds, Display tion has worked tirelessly to restore and upgrade
and Dr. Freeland. In the early 1930s, Salmon Mereworth Farm to fulfill her vision, renovat-
retired his racing silks and focused on honing his ing pastures and paddocks, replacing fencing,
skills in breeding, putting Mereworth solidly on and renovating barns and other buildings. The
the map as a producer of top-quality racehorses. driving force behind the restoration process was
Upon Salmon’s death, the management of farm manager James T. Boyd and the Mereworth
Mereworth fell to his widow, Elisabeth Davy Farm staff, many of whom worked with Susan
Salmon Gillet, and son, Walter Salmon Jr., who Donaldson throughout her tenure as farm owner.
eventually returned Mereworth-bred horses to Though its racing days may be over, Mere-
the track. Constantly vigilant about proper horse worth Farm still pays homage to the athletes
care, Walter Jr. was heavily vested in cutting- that helped build it by caring for Thoroughbreds
edge research on equine health and welfare; he and horses of other breeds in need of sanctuary.
served for years as president of the Grayson- The nearly 170 horses housed on the farm live out
Jockey Club Research Foundation, an organiza- their lives in large pastures, under the watchful
tion that funds veterinary research for the bene- eye of Boyd and the Central Kentucky Veterinary
fit of all horses. team.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 91
SANCTUARY
The Exceller Fund REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“In addition to
bringing together
several dedicated
organizations, TAA
has been extremely
instrumental in
expanding
aftercare awareness
and support
throughout the
racing industry.”
FOUNDED: 1997
ADDRESS:
P. O. Box 4237
Lexington, KY 40544
EMAIL CONTACT:
[email protected]
The Exceller Fund’s horses enjoy retirement at approved facilities located in four states.
MAIN CONTACT:
In the beautiful springtime of 1997, American in various areas, including rehab from injuries, Nicole Smith
Hall of Fame champion Exceller was led to his retraining, and dealing with geriatric cases. WEB ADDRESS:
death in a Swedish slaughterhouse. Five months A major campaign called “Racing Warriors”
later, a group of concerned racing fans came has focused on hard-raced runners with 50 or excellerfund.org
together to form an organization they hoped more career starts who are no longer competi- SOCIAL:
would make a difference in saving other Thor- tive, horses The Exceller Fund describes as the TheExcellerFund
oughbreds from that dark fate. They would call it “unsung heroes of racing.” Because of wear and
The Exceller Fund. tear from long years on the racetrack, many @ExcellerFund
The Exceller Fund has since become one of the simply have no future as riding horses, so The AVERAGE NUMBER OF
best-known, most proactive horse-rescue agen- Exceller Fund networks to provide these perma-
cies in North America, having worked – some- nent retirees sanctuary for life. THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
times in conjunction with other nonprofit rescue Current “Warriors” include Citizen John (132 50
groups – to provide a future beyond the finish line starts), Sweetlandofliberty (139 starts), and Ww
for innumerable ex-racehorses and to transition Conquistador (138 starts). These horses gave
them into successful second careers. The Lexing- years to the sport but were unsuitable as riding
ton, Ky.-based organization today has a nation- horses following their strenuous years on the
wide membership, with monthly pledges begin- track. However, The Exceller Fund partners with
ning as low as $15. It is also supported by grants, a treatment center for troubled youths and some
tax-deductible donations, and money garnered of these warriors have had success as therapy
through major fundraisers. horses. Regardless of their ability following their
The Exceller Fund population, generally racing careers, all have found their forever home
between 45 and 50 horses, boards at private farms, with The Exceller Fund.
with a per diem paid through the organization for The organization also provides sanctuary for
their support. Approved facilities in five states horses with low adoption potential, as well as
have been selected for the quality of their care helping to re-home them.
PAGE 92 DAILY RACING FORM
SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
The Foxie G Foundation RETRAINING/ADOPTION
EQUINE-ASSISTED PROGRAM
TESTIMONIAL:
“Thanks to our
accreditation by the
TAA in 2016, we
have been able to
help more horses
each year find
adoptive homes. The
TAA also has offered
us resources to
improve our
organization, access
to a larger donor
base, and prospec-
tive adopters.”
FOUNDED: 2012
ADDRESS:
Salt Water Taffy, a racehorse turned broodmare, was retired from breeding at age 15 and 14024 New Windsor Rd.
placed in the adoption program. She has now found her forever family. Union Bridge, MD 21791
PHONE: (301) 667-2553
Foxie G was graded stakes-placed and a multi- a few well-known residents. Private Slip, a multi- MAIN CONTACT:
ple stakes winner of $392,568. After suffering ple stakes winner of $607,628 and a winner of 20 Laurie Calhoun
from a case of laminitis while in training, the races in 72 starts, and Wooden Stone, a stakes
Maryland-bred son of Horatius was able to enjoy winner of $405,874 and a track record setter, are WEB ADDRESS:
his retirement at Summer Wind Farm in Union two of the 64 permanent retirees. thefoxiegfoundation.org
Bridge, Md., where the organization is based. Foxie G relies on donations and sponsorships to
Recognizing that some retired Thoroughbreds provide the retirees with the care they deserve. SOCIAL:
do not have the option for a place to retire or be Foxie G seeks permanent, adoptive homes for TheFoxieGFoundation
trained for a second career, The Foxie G Founda- those horses that can be adopted out. The orga- @TheFoxieG
tion was formed to help others like its namesake. nization is able to provide rehabilitation and
While the primary goal for horses entering retraining for a horse after it is finished racing @TheFoxieG
the program is adoption, some are not deemed or being a broodmare. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
adoptable due to physical limitations or age and When a horse is ready to enter into the
are provided permanent retirement on the farm. program, it is evaluated under tack and care- THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
Beginning in 2018, some of the permanent retir- fully matched with the right adopter. 84
ees have been used in various equine therapy Many of the adopted horses go on to a show
programs that benefit the horses as well as the career, while some are content to just become a
program’s participants. member of their new adopted family. Any horse
Although entry into the facility is not based on adopted out by The Foxie G Foundation can be
success on the track, The Foxie G Foundation has returned to the farm at any time for any reason.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 93
SANCTUARY
This Old Horse REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Getting notice of the
accreditation approval
was one of the most
significant milestones
of our program. The
accreditation process
sets a high bar and
establishes rigor-
ous standards. The
acknowledgement
that we met the stan-
dards for accredita-
tion is thrilling and an
achievement that fills
us with humility and
pride.”
ALYSSA SMOLEN PHOTOGRAPHY
This Old Horse’s off-the-track Thoroughbreds enjoy ample pasture space to run.
FOUNDED: 2012
In our lobby, there is a Latin phrase stenciled We are the lead agency in a Minnesota collabo-
on the wall: “Pro vestro fidelis servitio gratias ration called Racehorse Reimagined, bringing ADDRESS:
agimus.” Translated it means: “We are grateful all organizations within the racing industry 109025 Coates Blvd.
for your loyal service.” together to support the entire lifespan of Minne- Hastings, MN 55033
Founded in 2012, This Old Horse is a private, sota’s racehorses.
volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Our unique and successful racehorse adoption PHONE: (651) 437-1889
whose mission is to provide support horses in program centers around a program we call Soul MAIN CONTACT:
transition whether that be retirement, recovery, Train, and we have found overwhelming success
rescue, or a change in circumstances. We support by matching adopters with horses at the onset of Nancy Turner
horses while they continue to serve as ambassa- their retraining or rehab after they have left the WEB ADDRESS:
dors to the positive effect of “horse power” in the track.
lives of people. The adopter is part of the retraining from the thisoldhorse.org
Our mission honors aged and/or unwanted beginning to help them, and their new horse, SOCIAL:
horses who have served us well. We provide a establish the proper relationship and skills thisoldhorse
refuge and are an advocate for horses that, along- together.
side their human professionals, have worked We also established a sanctuary-based program @thisoldhorse
hard for a living. for retired broodmares called “The Distaff,” @thisoldhorse
We give these veterans a safe harbor where where we honor the contributions and impact of
they may find their path forward, to age in place, the mares who not only bring their considerable AVERAGE NUMBER OF
loved, honored and respected to the end. assets to their progeny but also raise the babies. THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
30
PAGE 94 DAILY RACING FORM
SANCTUARY
Thoroughbred Athletes REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Accreditation of our
organization has
definitely helped us
further our mission.
The TAA accreditation
seal documents our
legitimacy to grantors
and donors as well
as potential
adopters. They know
that the facility has
been inspected
and that business
practices have been
closely examined to
C MURRAY PHOTOGRAPHY ensure that it is being
Okie Buckaroo, adopted by Allie Bozone, earned more than $90,000 on the track and is now a
Thoroughbred Incentive Program Champion and training toward the Thoroughbred Makeover. run in a professional,
efficient manner.”
Established in 2011 by former racehorse trainer tasks. The organization is a leader in expanding
Lynn Sullivan, Thoroughbred Athletes is a the demand for ex-racehorses by virtue of its very FOUNDED: 2011
Thoroughbred retraining facility for both successful adoption program as well as host-
donated and rescued horses. ing multiple well-attended horse shows, which ADDRESS:
Since its inception, more than 330 horses have provide a venue for showing off the skills of their 2851 S. Midwest Blvd.
been part of the program and more than 300 have graduates. Guthrie, OK 73044
been adopted. Thoroughbred Athletes is staffed by a group of
Many Thoroughbred Athletes “graduates” dedicated, hardworking volunteers. The board of PHONE: (405) 802-1312
are successfully competing at high levels in a directors is a diverse group that meets monthly.
variety of disciplines. They are known for being Thoroughbred Athletes mentors community MAIN CONTACT:
tough, athletic, willing, and always ready to youth by offering supervised learning opportu- Lynn Sullivan
move forward. A number have been adopted as nities. Additionally, a “work-to-ride” program for
pleasure horses and are proving to be eager trail horse-savvy adults is available. WEB ADDRESS:
mounts. Thoroughbred Athletes also has been Thoroughbred Athletes is recognized as a top thoroughbred-athletes.com
successful at finding pet or companion homes for charitable organization, having been honored
horses not sound enough to be ridden. The orga- with the Top-Rated Award by GreatNonprofits SOCIAL:
nization’s Facebook page is full of photos from as well as being endorsed by GiveSmart Okla- ThoroughbredAthletes
proud and loving owners. homa, receiving gold status from GuideStar, and @TB_athletes
Thoroughbred Athletes is proving that retired earning accreditation from Global Federation of @thoroughbred_athletes
racehorses are capable of success at a variety of Animal Sanctuaries.
AVERAGE NUMBER OF
THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
50
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 95
Thoroughbred SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
Placement Resources RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“Being accredited by
the TAA has given
Thoroughbred
Placement Resources
and the horses we
serve so very much.
The credibility makes
us a stronger
organization, and the
funding allows us to
assist many more
horses. This is a good
platform for our
organization to
expand and grow
PICSOFYOU
Mystical Harbor and Kimberly Godwin Clark compete at Morven Park in Leesburg, Va. upon.”
Thoroughbred Placement Resources improves and Linda Zang. FOUNDED: 2008
the lives of Thoroughbred racehorses, both As a retired exercise rider at the track and a
active and retired, by providing rehabilita- United States Dressage Federation silver medal- ADDRESS:
tion and training horses for new careers, while ist, Clark is ideally suited to give retired race- 13130 Molly Berry Rd.
educating the public through the development of horses the foundation they need to be successful Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
breed ambassadors. Located at Leighton Farm in after racing. Her training techniques are proac-
Upper Marlboro, Md., Thoroughbred Placement tive, using the horses’ previous experiences as a PHONE: (410) 802-8425
Resources has placed more than 1,000 horses springboard to teach them the skills needed for a
since November 2008. new life off the track. MAIN CONTACT:
Executive Director Kimberly Godwin Clark TPR works to develop breed ambassadors: Kimberly Godwin Clark
counsels, consults and teaches adopters how horses that display the versatility, athleticism,
to successfully transition and retrain retired and intelligence of the Thoroughbred breed. WEB ADDRESS:
racehorses. Her book, “New, Track, New Life,” The success of its breed ambassadors increases goodhorse.org
promotes the understanding of these wonderful demand for retired racehorses across all eques-
athletes. trian disciplines. Examples include Mystical SOCIAL:
Thoroughbred Placement Resources provides Harbor, who currently competes successfully ThoroughbredPlacementResources
rehabilitation, retraining, and re-homing at the Prix St. George Level dressage; Constant AVERAGE NUMBER OF
services to retired Thoroughbred racehorses. It Star, winner of the Breeders’ Bridge to High
also has extensive experience in lay-ups and post- Performance jumping contest; and Houdini, a THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
surgical care. Its best-in-class, comprehensive four-star three-day eventer. 40
approach to retraining combines over 30 years of TPR takes great pride in its ability to pair horse
experience riding and training Thoroughbreds with the right person and works diligently to
with careful attention to health and nutrition, ensure that each adoption is successful. Its long
accompanied by the guidance from the very best record of creating happy partnerships speaks for
trainers, including Joe Fargis, James Wofford, itself.
PAGE 96 DAILY RACING FORM
Thoroughbred SANCTUARY
REHABILITATION
Retirement Foundation RETRAINING/ADOPTION
EQUINE-ASSISTED PROGRAM
TESTIMONIAL:
“The work of TAA
has helped our
organization because
of racing’s increased
level of awareness
and sense of
responsibility. We are
inspired to be part of
a team to establish
funding from new
sources so that all
those who benefit
from Thoroughbreds
will contribute to the
many thousands that
need care.”
ANITA MOTION
Retired Thoroughbred Don’t Quit Dreaming and his inmate caretaker practice ground-work FOUNDED: 1983
skills in the TRF Second Chances Program.
ADDRESS:
10 Lake Ave.
Founded in 1983, the Thoroughbred Retirement and certification. After their release from prison, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Foundation is a national organization devoted to graduates of the Second Chances Program have
saving Thoroughbred racehorses no longer able gone on to careers as farriers, vet assistants, PHONE: (518) 226-0028
to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, grooms, and exercises riders. While Second MAIN CONTACT:
abuse, and slaughter. The TRF has 15 farms and Chances began as a vocational program, it wasn’t Jennifer Stevens
offers a lifetime of sanctuary for rescued and long before other benefits of the program were
retired Thoroughbred racehorses. TRF currently realized; inmates not only learned a viable skill jennifer@thoroughbredretirement.
cares for more than 500 ex-racehorses at sanctu- but also gained confidence, and a sense of empa- org
ary farms and facilities across the United States. thy and compassion. Studies have shown a reduc-
Best known for its pioneering TRF Second tion in recidivism rates at facilities that use the WEB ADDRESS:
Chances program, the organization provides program. trfinc.org
incarcerated individuals with vocational train- The majority of the horses that come to the SOCIAL:
ing through its accredited equine care and stable TRF are not able to have a traditional secondary
management program. athletic career, arriving with no other option. ThoroughbredRetirementFoundation
Offered at six correctional facilities in the U.S., Our sanctuary program promises a lifetime of @trfinc
this program gives second careers as teachers to care to these horses who live out their days in @thoroughbredretirement
its horses and a second chance at life for inmates happy herds for an average of 10 to 15 years. More
upon release from prison. Inmates from every than 60 percent of the TRF’s herd is aged 20 and AVERAGE NUMBER OF
imaginable background take part in a rigorous older. THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
training program where they learn horse anat- It’s only with the help of donors that TRF can 650
omy, how to care for injuries, equine nutrition, continue to provide a dignified and well-deserved
and other aspects of horse care. TRF partners retirement to these incredible animals who once
with the Groom Elite program for curriculum raced their hearts out for us.
DAILY RACING FORM PAGE 97
Thoroughbred Retirement SANCTUARY
Network of Louisiana REHABILITATION
RETRAINING/ADOPTION
TESTIMONIAL:
“We are so privileged
to be a part of the TAA.
Accreditation provides
TRNL with greater
credibility in the horse
community and the
opportunity to do so
much more for horses
in the area.”
FOUNDED: 2009
ADDRESS:
77606 Hwy. 21
Covington, LA 70435
Thoroughbred Retirement graduates (from left) unraced Tia Tejano, Untameable, who made 51 PHONE:
starts, and Malibu Classic, who made 15 starts, take a schooling break at a local dressage show.
(504) 858-3875
MAIN CONTACT:
Cynthia Morgan-D’Atrio, Ph.D., founded the introduced to a new stage of life and job. Cindy D’Atrio
Thoroughbred Retirement Network of Louisiana Horses in the TRNL program come from
in 2009. Its mission is: 1) To offer owners, breed- various sources, including owner, trainer, and WEB ADDRESS:
ers, and trainers of Thoroughbred racehorses a breeder donations; auction houses and slaughter www.thoroughbrednetwork.net
retraining, retirement, and respite facility; 2) To pens from which horses have been bailed out by
rescue Thoroughbreds who have been neglected, private individuals; animal shelters; and animal- SOCIAL:
harmed, abused or who are at risk of going to control cases. TRNL has a few special horses that ThoroughbredRetirementNetworkOfLouisiana
slaughter; and 3) To educate the public and those are residents as well as a couple of select horses @trnl_horses
in the racing industry about ways to retire their that serve as ambassadors of the breed and are
horses successfully and to teach others about shown at local and recognized shows. AVERAGE NUMBER OF
retraining ex-racers. The most important part of our adoption process THOROUGHBREDS PER YEAR:
TRNL is committed to establishing a quality is that there is an excellent match between horse
foundation for each horse with whom it works. and adopter. We prefer that our horses are placed 8-12
Our retraining efforts focus on each horse’s indi- in forever homes with individuals and families
vidual strengths and on developing horses that who will love and spoil them for the remainder of
are safe to work with, balanced, and communica- their lives. At the time of adoption, we do our best
tive. Horses are allowed as much time as needed to disclose as much information as possible to our
to “come down” and to overcome psychological adopters so that all needs of each horse may be
and physical barriers that may be present when met successfully in their new home.
PAGE 98 DAILY RACING FORM
The words you are searching are inside this book. To get more targeted content, please make full-text search by clicking here.
Discover the best professional documents and content resources in AnyFlip Document Base.
Search