New Vocations has just released an important educational video, From Track To Trail: Transitioning The Retired Racehorse. The video covers both Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds describing in detail how to properly feed and socialize a horse just coming off the track. It covers the steps involved in teaching the horse to “give” to the bit and getting the horse to relax at a walk, trot, and canter. For Standardbreds that may have never been ridden, it demonstrates mounting for the first time, teaching leg aids, and developing the rack.

“This video was produced to ease the anxiety often associated with adopting an ex-racehorse,” said Executive Director Dot Morgan. “It’s basic, visual, and easy to understand. I’m pleased that Horse TV and RFD-TV plan to use it in their cable programming.”

Morgan, who produced the video with Troy Public Broadcasting has personally assisted in transitioning over 1200 retired racehorses. “These steps are tried and true,” Morgan said. “When I’ve followed them, I’ve never had a horse buck!”

From Track To Trail is available on DVD and VHS for $20, which includes shipping. To order a tape, call (937) 947-4020 in or fax (937) 947-3201 a Master Card/Visa number or mail a check to New Vocations, 3293 Wright Rd. Laura, OH 45337 or e-mail dot@horseadoption.com