Beyond the Track
Retraining the Thoroughbred from Racehorse to Riding Horse
Anna Morgan Ford with Amber Heintzberger
Foreword by Karen O’Connor
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Renowned for their amazing athleticism and unparalleled work ethic, and famed
for their “great heart” and willingness to go the extra mile, off-the-track
Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) have proven to be the ultimate equine partner in a host
of disciplines: dressage, eventing, hunter/jumpers, trail riding—even
barrel racing! Now discover all you need to know to find the right OTTB and
give him the solid educational foundation he needs to excel in a new career,
whether as a highly trained competitor, pleasure mount, or companion animal.
“Beyond the Track by Anna Ford is breakthrough racehorse
literature, concisely covering every facet of what to expect and how to get
the most out of your off-the-track Thoroughbred (OTTB), both mentally and physically.
The book could also be called ‘OTTB Training for Dummies’ or ‘OTTB
Training A–Z.’ I consider this book the ultimate in training manuals
for anyone thinking about adopting an ex-racehorse. Anna Ford is uniquely qualified
to be the author of this book, which reads easily and covers every important
detail of transitioning a horse from the racetrack to his next career.”—Liz
Harris, Executive Director, Thoroughbred Charities of America
“I’m a strong supporter of finding good homes for Thoroughbreds
once they retire from the racetrack. I think it is great that Anna Ford has
put together a book to help assist in the training process. These horses are
great athletes and definitely can go on to be successful in new careers with
the proper guidance and training. I believe Anna is a special person—through
her work and dedication she has made it possible for these Thoroughbreds to
have a second chance at life.” —Nick Zito, Thoroughbred
Trainer, National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame Inductee
“A great book where very loving, caring people teach others how to
share love with a horse, give him new opportunities, and bring out the best
in both horse and rider. It is necessary to learn to handle Thoroughbreds the
right way, and the author does a great job explaining detail.” —Edgar
Prado, Jockey, Winner of over 6,000 Races and the 2006 Eclipse Award, and 2008
National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame Nominee
ANNA MORGAN FORD grew up deeply immersed in racing and showing horses. For
the past seven years she has been the Program Director for New Vocations Racehorse
Adoption Program (www.horseadoption.com).
During that time she has overseen the training and adoption of over 1000 retired
racehorses. She lives in Hilliard, Ohio. A member of the International Alliance
of Equestrian Journalists, AMBER HEINTZBERGER is a freelance writer and photographer
specializing in equestrian subjects (www.amberwriter.com).
A lifelong horsewoman, she has competed in eventing, dressage, and hunter/jumpers
and has retrained several off-the-track Thoroughbreds. Heintzberger lives in
New York City.
*A portion of the proceeds
from the sale of this book goes to support the New Vocations Racehorse Adoption
Program
264 pp · 218 color photos · 8 ¼ x 10 ¼ ·
978 1 57076 402 8 · $29.95
