Second Stride- An Aftercare Ally
This month I spoke with the team at Second Stride to learn more about their TAA- and TCA- accredited program. Read on to learn more! Where is Second Stride based? Second Stride is located in Prospect, Kentucky, just east of Louisville. How did your program begin? Second Stride was started
I Love Horses Day 2025
Okay, I Love Horses Day actually was yesterday, but today is recap day! The history Starting in March 2022, Wasabi Aftercare Fund celebrated Shamrock Kid Day. On March 17th, we honored Shamrock, who suffered a fatal injury during morning training. While the loss was painful, the loss also provided the
Boots- The Greatest Little Guy
A little Boots (JC Bootleggin Posse) update since we last spoke after his gotcha day in September, when he recently completed his second show. A setback Unfortunately, shortly after we talked, he sustained a pasture injury from a fence that cut open his leg quite severely. He was taken to
Friends of Ferdinand- An Aftercare Ally
In April I attended the IFAR conference in Lexington, Kentucky, and met many other individuals who work in Thoroughbred aftercare. Among them was Erin Smith, President of Friends of Ferdinand. Recently, we reconnected so that I could learn more about this organization. Where is Friends of Ferdinand based? Friends of
Kentucky Equine Adoption Center- An Aftercare Ally
Where is KYEAC based? The Kentucky Equine Adoption Center (KYEAC) is located on a scenic 72-acre farm in Nicholasville, Kentucky—just outside Lexington, the renowned Horse Capital of the World. How did your program begin? KYEAC was founded in 2007 during a period of economic uncertainty, when a group of equine
Jazz- An Incredible Partner
Jazz (JC Morrigan) continues to thrive in her post-racing world with Adriana. The newest update from Adriana on Jazz Jazz is the best horse in my barn. She is so versatile and does everything, every single job that is asked of her always giving 110%. She is sensitive and athletic,