As has become a tradition in early October every year, retired racehorses took over Lexington’s Kentucky Horse Park this week for the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America.
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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Stories: Moab’s Journey to the 2023 Thoroughbred Makeover
Moab was donated to The University of Findlay (UF) in the spring of 2023 by Godolphin, one of the world’s leading Thoroughbred breeding and racing operations. Godolphin, also a proud supporter of Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, is profoundly invested in the aftercare of Thoroughbreds. For years, Godolphin has supported UF's breaking and retraining program by donating horses, highlighting their commitment to Thoroughbred aftercare.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Story: Rescued Hearts
Misty’s Blue Knight, a 2000 gray Thoroughbred gelding, was abandoned in a field in Maryland. Thankfully, Animal Control rescued him and brought him to Brook Hill Retirement Center For Horses in Forest, Va. Brook Hill is a Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance accredited organization that specializes in rehabilitation, retraining, adoption, equine-assisted therapy, and sanctuary for Thoroughbreds. It is also certified by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH).
Old Friends Welcomes Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes Winner Big Brown
Old Friends, the Thoroughbred retirement farm in Georgetown, Ky., has announce the arrival of 2008 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner Big Brown for his retirement.
