Retraining of Racehorses
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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’
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‘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
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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’
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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
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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
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‘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
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Legendary former racers join HOYS parade
A brilliant line-up of racing superstars are set to parade in the main arena at HOYS
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Watch Cue Card work at home during his retraining for the show ring
The National Hunt hero is enjoying his post-racing career
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‘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
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‘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
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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
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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
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Clare Poole’s racehorse to riding horse blog: two National Hunt greats join the team
Clare introduces two new special faces to her team
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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’
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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?
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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
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*NEW* Clare Poole’s racehorse to riding horse blog: life can be ‘thoroughbredly’ versatile
Meet our newest blogger, Clare Poole as she introduces her team and ethos
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Star chaser joins Queen’s horse for new showing career
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Grand National winner turned eventer to return to Aintree
The 2014 Grand National winner is now enjoying an active second career as an eventer and joins eight other former racing stars for the Aintree parade
