Beyond the Track: Retraining the Thoroughbred from Racecourse to Riding Horse: Retraining the Thoroughbred from Racehorse to Riding Horse - Softcover

Anna Morgan Ford

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1570768471 ISBN 13: 9781570768477

Publisher: Trafalgar Square, 2019

Synopsis

Renowned for their amazing athleticism and unparalleled work ethic, and famed for their 'great heart' and willingness to go the extra mile, off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) have proven to be the ultimate equine partners in a host of disciplines: dressage, eventing, show jumping, trail riding, and even barrel racing and ranch work.

In this revised edition of the book that Thoroughbred and horse training experts have called 'breakthrough racehorse literature', 'superior', 'a winner', and 'the ultimate in training manuals', readers learn everything they need to transition an OTTB from life at the track to life out back.

Author Anna Ford, Thoroughbred Program Director at New Vocations Racehorse Adoption, begins with a discussion of the typical Thoroughbred s early years, then explains reasons for retirement, common injuries and health issues, basic feeding and nutrition, and safe handling.

Ford goes on to provide step-by-step instructions for building the solid educational foundation the OTTB needs to excel in a new career, whether as a highly trained competitor or a pleasure mount.

With hundreds of quality, full-color photographs to illustrate conscientious and professionally tested training methods, dozens of case studies that share how other individuals have successfully retrained ex-racehorses, and the recommendations of top equestrians including event riders, jockeys, horse trainers, and leading industry magazines this book is the go-to reference for anyone interested in pursuing a partnership with a Thoroughbred athlete.

About the authors

Anna Morgan Ford grew up deeply immersed in racing and showing horses. For the past seven years she has been the Program Director for New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program. During that time she has overseen the training and adoption of over 1000 retired racehorses. She lives in Hilliard, Ohio.

A member of the International Alliance of Equestrian Journalists, Amber Heintzberger is a freelance writer and photographer specializing in equestrian subjects. A lifelong horsewoman, she has competed in eventing, dressage, and hunter/jumpers and has retrained several off-the-track Thoroughbreds. Heintzberger lives in New Jersey.

About this title

Review:

"Racehorse or just a plain old rescue, if you're considering a horse in need of a new career, grab a copy of this book. I can't recommend it any more highly." --"Side Lines"

"Far superior to any other published material available on the subject of off-the-track thoroughbreds. . . . I highly recommend that every trainer keep a copy on hand . . . to give out or to recommend with each horse that leaves the track." --"Washington Thoroughbred"

"Like every thoroughbred who is given the chance to succeed, this book is a winner." --"Thoroughbred Style"

"A sigh of relief for anyone who cares about equine rescue, particularly off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) looking for a second career. . . . If you're looking for an OTTB, you'd be crazy not to buy this book." --"Horsemen's Yankee Pedlar"

"I recommend this book to any potential OTTB (Off the Track Thoroughbred) owner." --"The Chronicle of the Horse"

"Large color photos and step-by-step instructions make this manual a must-have for anyone thinking about adopting a thoroughbred off the track." --"Horse Illustrated"

About the Author:

Anna Ford is the program director for New Vocations, the largest racehorse adoption program in the United States. She lives in Hilliard, Ohio. Amber Heintzberger is a freelance journalist whose writing has appeared in "The Chronicle of the Horse," "Eventing USA," "US Equestrian." She lives in Compobello, South Carolina.

About this edition

• Publisher: Trafalgar Square
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 1570768471
• ISBN 13: 9781570768477
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 264