Thoroughbred racing has long been a part of American history, so has the unfortunate demise of thoroughbreds when they are no longer able to generate income for their owners. In response to the overwhelming numbers of ex-racing thoroughbreds headed to slaughter, New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program was founded, offering retired racehorses new opportunities for compassionate homes and suitable jobs. The program was so successful, that New Vocations is now the largest Offtrack Thoroughbred adoption program in the U.S. Recently, New Vocations completed construction of a brand new, state-of-the-art equestrian facility focused primarily on housing thoroughbreds in transition. Today’s episode is about how the design and buildout of that facility serves the New Vocations mission. My guest, Sarah Coleman, takes us through the step-by-step process that racehorses go through, from their first day off the track, to being ready for a new home. Listen in!
Episode Topic: Off-track thoroughbreds get re-trained and re-homed after transitioning at New Vocations in Lexington, Kentucky.
Feature photo credit: EquiSport Photos
Guest: Sarah Coleman, New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program
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