A Holistic Guide to the Off the Track Thoroughbred - Before the first ride
The Thoroughbred - one of the greatest yet most misunderstood horses of modern times.
Labeled as spooky, hard keepers with bad feet that shouldn’t be bothered with! When in actuality, they are some of the most loyal, steadfast horses with unmatched work ethics in the horse world today.
The Thoroughbred is a lense through which we can see the holes in traditional equine husbandry.
Spooky/Unpredictable -> Lack of turn out and holistic horsemanship
Bad Feet -> Lack of informed hoof care, inadequate nutrition and movement
Hard Keepers -> High sugar diets that are not species appropriate
These horses are here to show us the way forward in equine husbandry. When we are able to truly listen and count them as active partners in our conversations, we see that they are trying to show us a whole new world of possibilities.
The movement building within the horse industry to put the horse first and provide species appropriate, informed care is spearheaded by the Thoroughbred.
restarting the off the track thoroughbred is one of the most rewarding journeys. Take the first step today with your ottb into the future of equine husbandry!
Take an inside look at the Off the Track Thoroughbred and uncover the truth behind these powerful creatures.
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Chapter 1 - The Most Misunderstood
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The Most Misunderstood
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Born and Bred to Run
Born and Bred to Run! The work ethic of one of the world’s most incredible athletes.
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Hardest of All Hard Keepers
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Chapter 2 - Where Do We Go From Here?
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Chapter 3 - Track Systems
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Track Systems
There is a movement building within the horse community and there is a beautiful symphony of change on the horizon!
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Herds
Horses are herd animals by nature. They are highly social creatures that thrive off of interaction between other individuals of the species.
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Freedom
Give your horse the gift of autonomy over their daily decision while increasing their passive activity in the other 22-23 hours of the day you’re not directly working with them.
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Forage
24/7 Access to high quality forage to encourage movement and healthy grazing habits to support total body wellness.
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Chapter 4 - No Hoof No Horse
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Problems with Traditional Equine Podiatry
“If it isn’t broke don’t fix it”- but what if there’s a whole new world of possibility out there by trying something new (actually returning it to natural function)?
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Nutrition
Feed the hoof.
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Movement
Create a stimulating environment to help promote healthy hoof growth.
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Balance
Quality, frequent hoof care is vitally important to support the growth of balanced hooves.
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Chapter 5 - Mental Wellness
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Stereotypical Behavior in Horses
Stereotypical behaviors are coping responses to a stressful, biologically inappropriate environment or lifestyle.
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Common Stereotypies
Common mental illnesses and anxieties we commonly see in Thoroughbreds (amongst all horse breeds in a biologically inappropriate environment).
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Learning to Listen to Your Horse
We must learn to listen to what our horses are saying. They are really quite communicative if we take the time to understand their language.
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Chapter 6 - The Future is Bright
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The Future is Bright.
There is a movement building within the horse community and there is a beautiful symphony of change on the horizon!
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Taking a holistic approach to solving some of the most common issues we seen in Thoroughbreds, some of the most misunderstood horses around. From poor body condition, anxiety induced behaviors, poor hooves and more - we take a deep dive into a total body approach that promotes wellness in our beloved horses. Come join us on a journey to level up horse care for all and discover a truly life-changing experience for your horse. Terms and Conditions Apply.
The American Thoroughbred
The American Thoroughbred
The first Thoroughbred to set foot on American soil was in 1730, he was a stallion named Bulle Rock. This stallion alongside many others who came after him would build the foundation of the incredible horses we know and love today.The American Thoroughbred was forged in triumph and tribulation. They are ingrained with the spirit of the American Dream. They encapsulate the beauty, the power, and the determination of each and every one of us forging our way in this world.
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Luana Azevedo
Classic thoroughbred attributes
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When you earn the trust of a Thoroughbred, that loyalty is unwavering.
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Jess Minzner
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These mega-athletes have incredible work ethics that allow them to be so successful in many different venues.
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Arguably one of the most versatile horse breeds on the face of the planet.
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