Retraining of Racehorses

RoR horse personalities: Real Desire — ‘we can all learn from him’

Here we bring you one of the finalists’ stories for the 2019 RoR Horse Personality of the Year award

Why retrained racehorses have so much to offer *H&H Plus*

‘I couldn’t say no to The Queen!’: dressage rider retrains RoR Horse of the Year for Her Majesty

Louise Robson specialises in retraining ex-racers for dressage and rides three horses owned by The Queen

Whole life care for all racehorses is key for sport’s future *H&H Plus*

Jilly Cooper to judge former racehorses with ‘personality’ for special new award

‘We hope this award will get people talking passionately about the rewards of owning a former racehorse’

‘As well known for his sanity as for his tongue!’ Winning chaser takes racing to hunting title

The final was held at Aintree racecourse in front of a racing crowd on 27 October

Horse and rider both survive life-threatening conditions to excel at championships

‘I’ve proven no matter what you can still achieve your goals and dreams’

Want to take on an ex-racehorse? Consider these pros and cons first

Retraining an ex-racehorse can be extremely rewarding but there are some important points to consider first

6 former racing megastars who have impressed in their new careers

Not all the stars of the track retire to stud or the field — some top-class horses even go on to competitive careers in new disciplines. Here are six former Grade or Group One winners enjoying an active retirement

‘If you get frustrated easily, an ex-racehorse isn’t for you’: expert advice if you’re considering retraining off the track

Thinking about taking on an ex-racehorse? Read our expert’s advice first

Legendary former racers join HOYS parade

A brilliant line-up of racing superstars are set to parade in the main arena at HOYS

Watch Cue Card work at home during his retraining for the show ring

The National Hunt hero is enjoying his post-racing career

‘A devastating lesson’ – amateur urges others to wise up on timings after losing Hickstead title due to positive drugs test *H&H VIP*

Awesome Freddie, who was crowned RoR champion at Hickstead in June, has been stripped of the title

‘Champneys for horses’ seeks retired racehorses to kick-start new careers

Palace House and Retraining of Racehorses’ are looking for up to eight thoroughbreds to enjoy a stay at the Newmarket yard

Clare Poole’s racehorse to riding horse blog: polar opposites embark on their new lives

Clare discusses what she has been up to with her horses recently

How to give ex-racehorses a flying start in a new discipline *H&H VIP*

How can you give a former racehorse a flying start in a new discipline? In the first of a two-part series, Dr Susanna Ballinger MRCVS outlines the challenges involved

Clare Poole’s racehorse to riding horse blog: two National Hunt greats join the team

Clare introduces two new special faces to her team

Retrained racing star Saphir Du Rheu heads for Barbury after storming BE novice debut

‘He is much better at novice level in all phases as the dressage gives him more to think about; the showjumping just needs more practice, mainly from me’

Buying an ex-racehorse? Here’s what you need to know first

How, having decided that you want to take on an ex-racehorse, do you find one? And what do you need to know before you take the plunge?

Grand National stalwart heads to Royal Windsor in new career

The 2017 Grand National runner-up heads to Royal Windsor after a standing champion at his affiliated showing debut last week