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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Story: ‘Heart Horse’ Lamartine Thrives After Rehab

Heather Rowan had always dreamed of owning a horse, and for her adoption was the only option. “I knew how special Thoroughbreds were, and I was thrilled at the chance to give one of these magnificent horses a loving home for the next chapter of their life,” Heather shared. Knowing that CANTER Michigan consistently offers exceptional horses, she decided to submit an adoption application.

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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Announces 2024 Holiday Giving Campaign

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 21, 2024) — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announces the dates for the third annual Holiday Giving Campaign. Beginning on Dec. 1, 2024, the campaign will extend through Dec. 31, 2024. This campaign is designed to increase awareness for accredited Thoroughbred aftercare and to raise funds for the accredited organizations responsible for ensuring a quality life for equine athletes after their racing careers.

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Wickens Wins 2023 Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award for Biography ‘Lexington’

Kim Wickens has been named winner of the 2023 Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award for excellence in Thoroughbred racing literature with her meticulously researched and beautifully written biography of the great 19th century stallion Lexington.

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Thoroughbred Aftercare Diary: A Memorable 2024 Makeover for West Point’s OTTBs

West Point Thoroughbreds was represented by not one, but two graded stakes winners at the 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover: Cavalry Charge and Decorated Invader! Their Thoroughbred Makeover trainers, Erin Knehr and Mary Termer, told the stories of these two winners in a joint blog entry each month, and this is their final installment.

Erin Knehr:

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Where to Watch/Listen: Horse Racing Coverage Nov. 20-24

As November passes its midway point, horse racing at tracks around the U.S. picks up momentum with the opening of popular meets at Tampa Bay Downs and Fair Grounds. Tampa Bay Downs kicks off its 2024-25 meet Wednesday, Nov. 20, while Fair Grounds opens for its 2024-25 meet Friday, Nov. 22.

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