thoroughbred

Sometimes, breeders cross two of their favorite horse breeds in order to get the best of both. The Appendix horse could be an example of this. A few others you may be familiar with are the Morab, National Show Horse, and Friesian Sporthorse. The ideal foal maintains a few qualities of each breed. The Definition...

You’ve seen them in the news and on TV after big wins, but what happens to champion racehorses when they retire? A life of luxury for some! It can be difficult to decide where your famous Thoroughbred should reside when you have a choice of top-notch stables. From lush green paddocks to spacious stalls, these...

Thoroughbreds are known as the fast and furious breed of the horse world, and for good reason! Gaining fame from legends like Secretariat, Thoroughbreds are well known and loved by people all around the globe. What people may not understand about this breed, is that the horses that comprise it are so much more than...

PC: Susie Blackmon Off the track thoroughbreds (OTTB) frequently start new careers once their racing days are over. The majority of them compete in jumping and eventing; however, these athletic horses are beginning to appear in the western world too. Gone are the days where everyone owns a Quarter Horse. Thoroughbreds are successfully competing in...