The Racing Victoria Off The Track program is dedicated to supporting and promoting retired thoroughbred racehorses. The versatility, athleticism, striking presence and intelligence of retired racehorses makes them ideal for a number of post-racing careers, including:
The Off The Track program facilitates the placement of retired racehorses in second careers by assisting industry participants and educating the community about the post-racing options, versatility and the appropriate care and retraining required.
How to transition your retired thoroughbred to their second career:
Step 1:
Have you changed the SNS Stable Return for your thoroughbred to be updated to 'Retired' status?
Step 2:
If a horse is struggling to transition into their second career, they might be eligible for one of Racing Victoria's post-racing program's including the RESET Program. If you want more information on what options are available, please email offthetrack@racingvictoria.net.au.
Please complete this form if you would like Racing Victoria's Equine Welfare Team to assist in rehoming your thoroughbred to one of our Acknowledged Retrainers. Please provide as much information about your horse as you can. If you have any queries or issues completing the form, please email offthetrack@racingvictoria.net.au.
Retiring your racehorse? Click here if you need assistance to rehome your thoroughbred.
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