Don't forget...

[Observer]

Just another of my casual reminders regarding the wonderful organizations out there dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of racehorses. Horses that no longer can compete on the racetrack can go on to make sensational school horses, pleasure horses and some even go on to be successful in show rings, competing in various disciplines such as show jumping, cross country, dressage and polo. Those that have sustained injuries too severe to ever be ridden again have been placed at farms around the country. These organizations go a long way in helping to give the horses a place to live out their lives happily, which they all deserve.

I know money can sometimes be tight. If making a straight donation is a bit too much, consider buying a t-shirt, sweatshirt or jacket from the New York Horse Rescue the next time you need a gift for someone. They are all of great quality. I especially love the sweatshirts and am eagerly awaiting the arrival of jackets I ordered. Last year, veteran warrior Iron Gavel, a popular gelding on the NYRA circuit, was retired to the New York Horse Rescue. This year, Iron Gavel made his first appearance in a horse show and was very successful. (More details to come, hopefully)

Check out New York Horse Rescue at:
www.nyhr.org or go straight to their store at www.nyhr.org/html/store.html

Other sites to check out:
www.trfinc.org
www.cerfhorses.org
www.excellerfund.org
www.hpaf.org
www.amicon.net/rescue
www.rerun.org
www.thoroughbredcharities.com
www.unitedpegasus.com

:)

[Druther]

It’s always a good reminder to have these organizations supported, Observer.

In addition to any financial support one can give, I presume some of these operations allow visits, too. We’ve been to the CERF facility a few times here in So Cal and it’s nice to see some of them up close and personal. It’s amazing how friendly and interested they are in having human contact.

So, if you’re near one and can visit the facility, you’ll find it to be an interesting experience.

[tigers1901]

Related item:

Shon Wylie" <rerunhorse@kih.net>

For Immediate Release

KENTUCKY'S FIRST ALL-THOROUGHBRED SHOW SPONSORED BY TURFWAY PARK
Charity Show Will Benefit ReRun, Inc. and New Vocations Racehorse Adoption
Program

Carlisle, KY.March 8, 2001.Kentucky's First Annual All-Thoroughbred Charity
Horse Show is scheduled for Sunday, May 27 at Turfway Park. The new event
will be held to benefit both ReRun, Inc. and the New Vocations Racehorse
Adoption Program. Turfway Park, a long-time supporter of ReRun, Inc. and of
Thoroughbred adoption in general is the major sponsor of this event. ReRun
and New Vocations will be approaching all facets of the Thoroughbred
industry for sponsorship of individual classes.

"This show will allow the proud owners of retired Thoroughbreds to
demonstrate the versatility and usefulness of these horses beyond racing,"
said Dot Morgan, founder of New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program, based
in Ohio. "Opportunities for novice horses and riders to compete will be
interspersed with classes for the more seasoned individuals. This is an
exciting public relations event for the Thoroughbred industry where, once
again, each of these horses can be a star."

While the All-Thoroughbred Charity Horse Show will offer typical classes in
which Thoroughbreds excel-dressage, hunter/jumper and English equitation, it
will also feature Western, lead line and "fun" classes such as costume and
"in-hand" classes for some of racing's old class horses who have made
upwards of $100,000 or made at least 50 starts. There will also be classes
limited to horses with a race record as well as for horses who have come
through an adoption program. A yearling class will give Thoroughbred owners
and breeders the opportunity to show off their youngsters before their
racing career begins.

Also present at the show will be horses that are currently available for
adoption.

"We hope to attract some of racing's old warriors and that by doing so, we'
ll also attract race fans to this event," said ReRun co-founder Lori Neagle.
"Many of our adoptees who have gone on to be standouts in the show ring were
also very successful on the track. They are horses that people will remember
from the races. We hope to prove that these horses can have wonderful
post-racing lives, and that for the sounder horses, the sky is the limit.

"ReRun and New Vocations are taking a page from the American Quarter Horse
Association's book," continued Neagle. "It's time to promote the
Thoroughbred as the best breed overall. Our industry should look at it as an
insurance policy for our athletes."

For more information or for sponsorship details, contact:

ReRun, Inc. at 859.289.7786 or 859.865.1342 or
New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program at 937.947.4020

Shon Wylie
ReRun (KY)

[Observer]

tigers, thanks for the story. I had heard something about this horse show, but not in the great detail like what you posted. What fun!! Wish I could be there!

Druther, I agree, I think many of the farms allow for visits. Hey, if the big farms in Kentucky can allow for visits, I'm sure these organizations would also be more than happy to have fans stop in.

Back on the topic of donations, horses are always in need of supplies. If anyone does plan on stopping in somewhere for a visit, maybe consider stopping in at a local tack shop first. Grooming supplies, halters, lead ropes, fly spray ... just about anything would be a great gift. Even peanut oil, which can be found at the supermarket, would make a perfect gift. The peanut oil can be used as a cheaper but effective alternative to standard hoof oil. Oh, and don't forget the carrots (fresh with the greens still attached), peppermints, sugar cubes and molasses. Care packages can also be sent if unable to visit.

I know I posted quite a few sites, but if anyone is looking for some uplifting stories, check out some of the success stories many of the sites offer ... they're great.