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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Stories: A New Journey for Andrea and Britta

Andrea McGowan adopted her first LongRun Thoroughbred Adoption Society graduate in 2010. The organization was recommended to her by a friend, who exercised racehorses at Woodbine, as being a trusted source for horse adoption. Creemore was Andrea’s equine partner for 11 years before his well-deserved retirement in 2021.

After retiring Creemore, Andrea knew where to look for her next horse.

“There was no question of where I'd find my next partner in crime,” Andrea declared.

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Eye-Catching Pony Rip a Gentle, Young Ambassador for Horse Racing

There is a new presence at Churchill Downs this week for the 150th edition of the Kentucky Derby, and he is big! In a world where world-class Thoroughbreds are sleek, Monnie Goetz has brought a hearty new pony to the racetrack.

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Four Courageous Women Share Their Stories Ahead of Survivors Parade at Churchill Downs

The Survivors Parade, now in its 16th year, has entrenched itself as one of the highlights of Kentucky Oaks day at Churchill Downs.

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Quirks and Nicknames for 2024 Kentucky Derby Hopefuls

The 150th edition of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve will be held May 4 under the Twin Spires at Churchill Downs, a full century and a half of U.S. Thoroughbred racing history etched in the history books with the addition of the name of one more winner.

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Thoroughbred Makeover Diary: The First Steps to Learn to be a Horse

As a horse owner, you always want to see your horse succeed in anything it may do. Many people want or expect to see progress on Day One, and others know it may take time. From all the horses I have had in my life, the biggest thing I have learned is that every horse is different, and every horse needs different training opportunities. Yes, all horses need the same type of foundation, but it all comes in different times and different ways.

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