As we put this edition of the Thoroughbred Welfare Advocate together I realised how quickly this season is disappearing. There has been a lot of activity in the racing and equestrian circles and our second edition of this publication is packed full of positive stories and information.
Below we introduce our new Thoroughbred Welfare Co-Ordinator Tracey Oakes, she has certainly hit the ground running and brings a great skill set to the team.
The International Society for Equitation Science Conference will take place in New Zealand for the first time from 14-16 March in Cambridge. It is an exciting opportunity for New Zealand to host international experts and present the latest research that supports the conference theme “A Good Life For Horses.” NZTR are proud to be one of the sponsors of second day of the conference. This day has a ‘field trip’ feel where where attendees will visit a variety of racing and equestrian properties in the area to explore the conference focus - “A Good Life for Horses”. This theme is central to NZTR’s welfare strategy - ensuring our Thoroughbreds have positive and rewarding experiences enabling them to have a “good life” so they can thrive and can perform to the best of their natural abilities, no matter what stage of their career they are in. This is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge and I encourage you to attend where possible. Whether you are from the racing industry or equestrian arena, there is plenty for everyone to learn.
If you can’t be there in person you can register to be part of the online conference here:
I’d like to make mention of Professor Natilie Warren who is proud to showcase the New Zealand Thoroughbred and our environment to international behaviour experts. This summer we have enjoyed attending various polo events and seeing the wonderful, versatile Thoroughbred in action. This competitive environment gives a large number of horses a purposeful second career after racing and it is great to hear how valued the thoroughbred is as a breed in the sport.
The green stickers that identify the Thoroughbreds were dominant and I enjoyed recognising horses and spotting familiar brands. We took in some exciting games and it was with pride we watched as the best-playing Thoroughbreds were awarded their NZTR-sponsored prizes.
Tracey and I are looking forward to attending the Horse of the Year Show in Hastings this week and being on hand to see the many Thoroughbreds entered in action. Of note are the TiES classes and the Thoroughbred show ring competition.
This month we threw the spotlight on the incredible Untouchable (Warsaw Pact x Melting Point), owned by one of our country’s most decorated equestrians Merran Hain and ridden by talented young rider Hollie Falloon. At 23 years of age Untouchable is still going strong and will compete at the Horse of the Year in the show hunter and showing classes.
Yours sincerely,
Justine Sclater
Head of Thoroughbred Welfare and Sustainability
M: 021 433 107
E: justine.sclater@nztr.co.nz
MEET THE TEAM 👋
Tracey Oakes joined the NZTR Welfare team as the Thoroughbred Welfare Coordinator earlier this year.
Born and bred in Ngaruawahia on a small farm, horses have always been a part of Tracey’s life. Her introduction to the Thoroughbred industry came via her Grandad who was an Owner-Trainer and also bred a few along the way.
She completed her vet nursing diploma in 2002 and her first job was working in Matamata with Marks Ewen and Associates. Tracey vet nursed for 14 years before heading into local government with the Waikato District Council Animal Control Team. This was a very different role, however her nursing skills were called on almost daily. She then moved into the team leader role and thoroughly enjoyed the challenges of legislation and balancing what is legal, with what is moral.
Tracey said the Thoroughbred Welfare Coordinator role is the perfect mix of all the skills she has accumulated over the years. It has some of the same challenges, though with different pressures.
She has horses of her own and mostly treks or competes in the odd CTR or Ride To Time events.
OWNERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES 📖
THE IMPORTANCE OF SR24 FORMS
Traceability and population analysis allow NZTR to provide vital statistics to the industry and the general public. SR24 Forms are a vital traceability tool and it is important all horses have up-to-date records regarding retirement or death.
An SR24 Form takes less than five minutes to complete and is free to lodge with the studbook. The owner or responsible person must lodge the SR24 form when a thoroughbred has been retired from racing or dies. The form distinguishes between retiring for breeding purposes or for equestrian or companion horse purposes and also notes the horse’s next responsible person.
As well has having the appropriate paperwork completed it is important that Thoroughbreds move into their second career in good health and with every opportunity to succeed. Whether horses are rehomed privately or via one of NZTR’s 13 Acknowledged Retrainers, it is recommended horses should arrive ready to enter work and the following actioned:
- Transport to the new property be paid by the Owner or Accountable Person.
- The horse should arrive in good body condition and be recently shod.
- There should be full disclosure of medical and behavioural history. This will not necessarily negate the horse being taken but it will help place it in an appropriate career later and ensure the safety of riders.
By covering the initial costs of transport, farrier care and disclosing any relevant information, the new owners can begin their work safely and effectively. If they later trade that horse, they can make a transparent transaction that reflects well on the industry.
SPONSORSHIP 🐎
THOROUGHBREDS IN EQUESTRIAN SPORTS (TIES) UPDATE
Of the 100 new TiES eligible horses that were registered with Equestrian Sport New Zealand (ESNZ) from August-December 2023, 67 of them have jumping discipline starts, indicating many of these would have specifically registered for the Futurity Series.
These numbers show great support for the initiative and how well-regarded Thoroughbreds are in the showjumping discipline.
The TiES Futurity Series is a new initiative sponsored by NZTR this season and will run alongside the existing Accumulator Series. It was developed specifically for horses in their first or second year of ESNZ registered competition.
With a prize pool worth $34,800, the Futurity Series is restricted to show jumping for its first year with scope to develop.
The South Island have run seven qualifying rounds. 18 horses have qualified, to date, for the South Island final in late March.
The North Island have run seven qualifying rounds. 24 horses are currently qualified for Horse of the Year (North Island final).
Miss Eves (Indy King x Max Facta)
9YO Chestnut Mare
Breeder: E D Foreman & A J Kearns
Trainer: Kevin Gray
Race name: Li’l Miss Eves
Record: unplaced in four starts
Miss Eves and Amy Gravatt won the first North Island round in Rotorua, at Woodhill (third round) and also at Auckland (fifth qualifier). This mare has been performing consistently at the 1.00-1.10m height, and has only been registered with ESNZ since October 2023.
Midnight Countess (Duke of Marmalade (IRE) x Midnight Señorita)
9YO Bay Mare
Breeder: W H & Eat Late T M Hurlston
Record: Placed in 12 Starts
Grassendale Enzo (Reliable Man (GB) x Kaareea)
8YO grey gelding
Breeder: GS Racing Ltd
Record: Unplaced in 2 starts
Race Name: Boom Boom Basil
Grassendale Enzo and Luce & Sophia Williams take out the TiES Jumping Series.
Alpha Tauri (Raise the Flag (GB) x Missy's Filly)
8YO Bay Mare
Breeder: MJ and PJ Crooks
Record: Placed in 9 starts
Race Name: Deebeewiththestars
Jenna Cann and Alpha Tauri on their way to becoming the 2024 TiEs Dressage Series winners.
De Silver Lining (Roc De Cambes x Courtney Amber), 9yo Grey Gelding | Breeder: A D & Mrs L R Murray | Trainer: Craig & Shaun Phelan | Race name: De Silver Lining | Record: unplaced in six starts. De Silver Lining and young rider Elyza Mcdonald won at Central Districts, and again at Egmont. In the second season of ESNZ jumping, De Silver Lining is regularly jumping up to 1.35m and also doing well in the FMG Young Rider Series.
Snoop Dogg Double G (New Approach x Bal Des Sirenes), 12yo Bay Gelding | Breeder: Wood Nook Farm | Trainer: Katie & Dale Bussey | Race name: Endless Love | Record: unraced. Snoop Dogg Double G won the sixth North Island qualifier with Junior Rider Eden Craine on board. This 12 year old gelding has been performing consistently up to 1.25m with Eden, particularly in the Mainland Coachwork Junior Rider Series.
Midnight Countess (Duke of Marmalade x Midnight Senorita), 9yo Bay Mare | Breeder: W H & Est late T M Hurlstone | Trainer: Harry Marsh | Race name: Midnight Countess | Record: placed Midnight Countess won the Nelson qualifier. The nine year old mare is owned and ridden by Jolene Rushbrooke and they are jumping up to 1.10m this season as well as competing in eventing.
Laz (Alamosa x Jessie Street), 7yo Bay Gelding | Breeder: W J Gleeson & Lincoln Farms Ltd | Trainer: Michael House | Race name: Louie Lincoln | Record: winner. Seven year old Laz won the Ashburton qualifier round with Rebecca Bainton. Rebecca also does eventing on him.
Rockfort (Raise The Flag x Delia) 6yo Bay Gelding | Breeder: Mrs J A Norman, F N & M G O'Brien | Trainer: Terry Kennedy | Racename: Obie | Record: unplaced. Rockfort and Margaret Ridley won the Christchurch round in early December. The six-year-old was registered with ESNZ in August last year and is doing well at 80cm-1.05m Show Jumping.
Flag Duty (Raise The Flag x Responsibility) 11yo Bay Gelding | Breeder: Mrs C M & G B Cleland | Trainer: Brian & Shane Anderton | Race name: Flag Duty | Record: unplaced. Flag Duty and Jayne Beattie won Southland’s first qualifying round. The Beattie family own and compete quite a few thoroughbreds and Flag Duty was first registered with ESNZ in November last year.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TIES SERIES
ACKNOWLEDGED RE-TRAINER SPOTLIGHT 💡
Acknowledged Retrainers are selected by NZTR based on their skills and experience and have a track record of successfully retraining and rehoming Thoroughbreds for a wide range of equestrian pursuits. They are supported by a range of initiatives funded by the 1% welfare levy on stakes money.
This month the spotlight is on Acknowledged Retrainer Jess Land.
Q & A
Business name: Jess Land Equestrian
Location: Rangiora, Canterbury
Approximate horses in work: 18
Number of thoroughbreds retrained during the past 12 months: Around 40
Number of staff: 2
Disciplines you compete in and any notable achievements: Show Jumping. Competed to FEI 1* 1.40m level with placings. South Island Mini Prix (1.30-1.40m) Series Winner 2021. Currently have a team of young horses coming through that I’m hoping to step up in the current season.
What is your process when a thoroughbred first arrives at your facility? They normally get a day to settle in when they first arrive. The next day we get a standing shot and conformation photos to show condition and what they look like and then climb on board! On day one all we look for is if they will work comfortably in walk, trot, canter, if they are really relaxed we’ll pop over some poles on the ground and wee jumps to help us asses where they are going to fit into the world but if they aren’t ready we just keep it simple. From there we just start developing on the basics and get some hacks and outings in.
What do you love most about thoroughbreds as a breed? How straight forward they are, they go forward and are so genuine and honest compared to other breeds.
How do you make sure a thoroughbred is going to a suitable home? We vet the homes before letting horses leave. If we don’t know the people we get references, videos of them riding and make sure we know what they are looking to do with the horse so we can make sure it’s going to fit the bill as much as possible. We also have a policy that all horses through our gates are welcome back so if they aren’t working out, they come back.
Do you have a favourite thoroughbred that has come through your retraining programme? There has been so many favourites but Fritzy Boy would have to top this list. He was a star on the track and just tried so hard off it as well.
Do you have a preferred sire line or stable that you source your thoroughbreds from? Teri Rae is a standout trainer to get horses from down here. Her horses are beautifully educated and conditioned and it makes rehoming them off the track so much easier. Plenty of favourite sires on the list but the Belardos, Mongolian Khans and Tavistock’s have been some standouts of late.
What is one thing you wish people knew about rehoming thoroughbreds? They are so adaptable to their new jobs and really don’t take as much time as people think. They are becoming so much better educated on the track these days they just take the change so well.
What is the biggest challenge of being a retrainer of thoroughbreds? Finding suitable homes for the horses where they are well cared for and produced. Also working out how to place the ones that come off the track with issues.
How do you think that challenge could be resolved? More clinics and education provided to help people learn how to produce them and have help to turn to if they get off track. For the ones retiring with issues, education provided on making the right call before they make it to the retrainers.
What do you like most about being a NZTR acknowledged retrainer? Having a network of likeminded people working towards the same goal.
What advice would you give to someone looking at purchasing an off the track thoroughbred?Make sure you are realistic about your abilities and if you are capable of producing a green horse and giving it confidence as it learns its new job. If the answer to that is yes, then make sure you have plenty of help and people you can bounce ideas off. Get lots of low-key outings in as you get started with them and keep it fun and easy.
If you had a million dollars to invest in incentivising ownership of thoroughbreds as sport horses what would you do? Have good prize money on offer and plenty of pathways from grass roots right through to the top so that there is an easy route to get them there. Possibly have ambassadors for them that were there to provide help as needed if people got stuck along the way.
You can follow Jess Land Equestrian on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram.
BEST POLO PLAYING THOROUGHBREDS 🐎
Polo is one of the major second career avenues for off the track thoroughbreds. NZTR has committed $50,000 from the 1% Welfare Levy towards recognising the success of Thoroughbreds in Polo during the 2023/24 season.
This sponsorship includes the Best Playing Thoroughbred prizes for each grade at tournaments across the country and the following were recognised at recent events:
The Mystery Creek Ladies Tournament
Phoenix, owned by JP Clarkin.
17YO Bay Mare
Breeding: One Cool Cat x AL Katcha
Breeder: Llanhennock Trust
Record: unraced
The Auckland Ladies Tournament
Kate, owned by Harriet Kuru.
13YO Brown Mare
Breeding: Gold Centre (Aus) x Salome
Breeder: E N Johanson
Record: unraced
Kate won a prize at the Mystery Creek Ladies Tournament.
The New Zealand Open
Shooter, owned by Thomas Hunt, played by visiting Argentinian player Paco O’Dwyer (part of the runner-up team)
14YO Bay Mare
Breeding: Istidaad x Now Is the Hour
Breeder: B T Corbett
Record: Unraced
The Festival of Polo (held at Mystery Creek)
Ready, owned by Glen Sherriff.
9yo Bay Mare
Breeding: Pour Moi x Bankonher
Breeder: Mrs N & T N Boys, B G Hutchinson, R W Mackenzie, T R & Mrs V M Pascoe
Record: unraced
UPCOMING EVENTS
HORSE OF THE YEAR
The 2024 Landrover Horse of the Year will be held at the Tōmoana Showgrounds in Hastings from the 5-10 March.
The NZTR Ridden Thoroughbred Show Horse (with inhand and ridden phases) will take place at 2pm on Wednesday 6th March. At time of publishing the Welfare Advocate there were 12 entries.
Once presentations have been made, the overall winner of the 2023 – 2024 NZTR Thoroughbred Show Horse Series Accumulator will be announced and the winners awarded their prizes.
The three-show Accumulator Series comprised of the South Island Premier Show, the New Zealand National Horse and Pony Show and the New Zealand Horse of the Year Show.
Untouchable will be one of the many Thoroughbreds on show over the week. The 23 year-old iron horse is entered in 14 classes at the 2024 Horse of the Year with his owner Merran Hain.
Merran Hain and Untouchable. Photo ESNZ
INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR EQUITATION SCIENCE CONFERENCE
This year’s conference focuses on ‘A good life for horses’ and will be run 14-16 March in Cambridge.
There is an increasing need to justify the use of animals for research, production, therapy, sport and leisure.
There have been several surveys completed questioning the general public and equestrian and racing stakeholders that highlight the growing unease of the public and equestrians alike, with questions regarding the ethics of horse use and concerns about equine welfare.
ISES New Zealand 2024 will explore the concept of a Good Life for Horses and have contributors from a variety of disciplines including Thoroughbred Racing, Eventing, Showjumping, Dressage, Pony Club coaching and Horse therapy.
Questions addressed include:
- Why is a Good Life necessary for horses, and is it possible?
- What is a Good life is for a horse involved in sport and leisure? – What do we know, what more do we need to know?
- How can a Good Life can be provided for horses in sport and leisure?
The ISES NZ 2024 conference will be run over three days. The first day and third day will feature keynote speakers and scientific presentations and the second day will be a ‘field’ day visiting some of the country’s top equestrian facilities. The conference dinner and dancing will be held on the final night.
For more information and to register visit: https://www.equitationscience.com/2024-conference
Virtual tickets can be purchased here. While the live stream won't include interactive features like Q&A sessions, it will offer a comprehensive view of the day's proceedings. Virtual ‘day’ tickets will be available for purchase for $75 for ISES members and $90 for non-members. This means you can experience the insightful presentations during day 1 and/or 3 from the comfort of your own location. To ensure a high-quality experience, virtual tickets will be limited.
Virtual attendees will receive a link via email to access the live stream the day before the conference. This link is intended for individual use only.
Additionally, virtual attendees will gain access to the online conference proceedings and the conference presentations uploaded online for a period following the conference (please note that only plenary presentations will be made available as recordings following the conference to the public via the ISES website).
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Monica Spencer and Artist. Photo by Shelby Allen.
New Zealand’s Monica Spencer also enjoyed a successful weekend in her first big run since becoming a semi-permanent resident of the U.S. with her off-track Thoroughbred, Artist. Monica sold off most of her horses and moved her operation to the U.S., basing out of Sweet Dixie South in Ocala for the time being and planning to stay here in the States for at least the next two years. Monica is yet another rider here this weekend vying for a coveted Olympic spot, and with a strong performance at World Championships in 2022 as well as the Maryland 5 Star, she’ll certainly be on the map for the Kiwis.
For her efforts with the nippy and good-galloping Artist, Monica also took home awards for Top Rookie and Top Thoroughbred. We’ll see her head for the Defender Kentucky 5* at the end of April, where she’ll stand to make a strong bid for a podium finish there.
By Guillotine, Artist was bred by Windsor Park Stud and is out of the Group Two placed Volksraad mare Maxamore.
LONG LIVE JUBILEE
By: Pam Gleeson
Jubilee, 33 years old, is a retired polo pony and former racehorse who was born in New Zealand.
Today she lives in the “old horse” field on my farm outside of Aiken, which she shares with three other over-20 Thoroughbreds. Although she played polo into her 20s, she retired sound with legs that are remarkably clean. She is still energetic enough to canter around with her friends, and she still has enough mischief in her to nudge open the gate and escape if I forget to fasten the latch.
EIGHTH INTERNATIONAL FORUM FOR THE AFTERCARE OF RACEHORSES
The eighth International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) will be held in conjunction with the 40th Asian Racing Conference (ARC), which is scheduled to take place 27 August – 1 September 2024, in Sapporo, Japan.
The 40th ARC is presented by the Asian Racing Federation (ARF) and the Japan Racing Association (JRA), which is the host of this conference.
The IFAR conference will take place on Tuesday, 27 August, and it will facilitate an aftercare facility visit as well as host a variety of panels with speakers from around the world.
IFAR Chair Di Arbuthnot said, “We are thrilled to once again be a part of the ARC. The aftercare of racehorses remains an important issue on a global scale. Being able to meet in person to share experiences, best practices, and success stories is a vital part of IFAR.”
Andrew Harding, secretary general of the ARF, said, “The ARF is looking forward to the IFAR conference, and we are excited that it will once again be a part of the ARC. This gathering has taken place during the ARC on three previous occasions, and each time the importance and value of such a forum has been clear. The safety and welfare of our equine athletes both during and after their racing careers is essential.”
For more information on IFAR, visit https://www.internationalracehorseaftercare.com.
HEALTH AND RESEARCH 🔍
NEW ZEALAND HORSE AMBULANCE
NZTR will fund a New Zealand Horse Ambulance and its trained driver to be in attendance at this year’s Landrover Horse of the Year Show in Hastings.
The purpose-built equine ambulance will be on site over the six-day event, its presence important for the welfare of the horses competing as well as offering the opportunity to promote the nation-wide fleet and its services.
“It is really important to have the horse ambulance in attendance at events where a horse could be injured and require transport to an equine clinic,” New Zealand Horse Ambulance Trust Operations and Engagement Manager Jo Starr said.
“Not only is it crucial for the welfare and wellbeing of the horses but also for the social licence of equestrian sports. Its presence shows a proactive move to improve outcomes for horses that need assistance.
“We want people to know it is accessible and that it is the right thing to do for the horses. There is a St John or medic at each event for the riders, so there should be an equine ambulance for the horses.
“Our operators undergo training and work closely with the vets on site. Though it isn’t often required, having a horse ambulance on site means situations can be dealt with quickly and it will be a dignified response for the horse, the horse’s connections and the public.
“To have NZTR sponsor the ambulance’s deployment to Horse of the Year is fantastic. Though there are a lot of thoroughbreds competing, it is wonderful they are supporting the initiative for the entire equestrian community.”
Starr said people were welcome to approach the ambulance and learn more about how it works.
“Graeme will be there and is looking forward to meeting people and sharing the positive stories around the use of the horse ambulance,” she said. “He will have handouts and can talk people through the mechanics.”
TENDON INJURIES IN OFF-THE-TRACK THOROUGHBREDS
In a perfect world, every horse would end his career unblemished and perfectly sound. But because Thoroughbred racehorses are among the hardest working athletes in the equestrian world, the reality is it’s not uncommon for them to finish their careers with an injury, whether old or new. When it comes to off-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) retiring with recent tendon injuries, it’s a matter of determining if the injury, once healed, will affect future soundness. We spoke with two experts who helped shed some light on what to look for when you’re considering a horse with a tendon injury.
MICROCHIP SEARCH
Ever wondered who your thoroughbred was while they were in the racing scene?
All registered thoroughbreds have a microchip implanted. It is located midway down the crest of the neck, roughly an inch under the base of the mane.
All vets have a scanner, or one can be easily purchased from here. Once you have a record of your horses chip, search it below and find out all about your horses history, even videos if they made it to race day! Simply type the chip number into the search box and voila!
HOW TO GUIDE 📷
GETTING THE PERFECT PHOTO
These seven tips and tricks will help you improve your photography skills when taking conformation images. First impressions count and a quality photo will showcase your horse and catch the eye of potential buyers.
1.PREPARATION
Grooming prior is essential. Brush out manes and tails and brush off any mud or sweat marks. Consider using a polished leather halter or bridle and using a clear hoof oil or gloss. It’s also important that the handler is well-dressed should they end up in the shot.
2. CONSIDER YOUR BACKGROUND
Highlight the horse, and only the horse. Other elements in your background tend to become a distraction and draw away from the subject so it’s best to find a space with a plain backdrop and not too much happening in it. Keep in mind that level ground is also ideal. A hard surface is also preferable to show the feet.
3. STANDING THE HORSE
Conformation photos help buyers evaluate the horse. You want to give them a view of all four legs. The legs nearest the camera should be slightly spaced out and the legs furthest from the camera slightly spaced in. Try and avoid the “three-legged” look. The photographer should stand level to the horse and in the middle of the horse to create a well-balanced photo. The horse should take up at least 50% of the shot.
4. NATURAL LIGHTING
Keep the sun at your back. You want the lighting to fall on the side of the horse to avoid any shadows that could distort it.
5. AVOID USING THE ZOOM
As tempting as it is to zoom in when taking a photo from a distance it is better to try and get closer to your subject or crop it later on. Zooming in can make the photo appear pixelated or blurry.
6. HAVE AN ASSISTANT (OR TWO)
As well as someone to hold the horse it is helpful to have another helper to assist getting the horse to prick its ears. They should stand in front of the horse, slightly towards the photographer and can use a whinny sound on a phone, rattle a bucket with some feed or rustle some leaves. Be creative, what catches one horse’s attention may not work for another.
7. ABUNDANCE IS KEY
Take as many photos as you can so you have plenty to choose from to get the best one.
Aside from the all-important side conformation shot, some optional extra photos to give buyers a complete view of the horse are:
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Offside Conformation Shot
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Head Shot
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Front View of Legs
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Rear View Hind Legs
WALL OF FAME - supported by DUNSTAN HORSEFEEDS ⭐
NZTR has created a Wall of Fame that comprises as many retired (or never raced) thoroughbreds as we can find, and we want to hear your stories to fill the Wall too. If you wish to share, please contact us with a recent photo and story of your horse at traceability@nztr.co.nz
Each month, one of the horses featured on our Wall of Fame will be selected to receive a voucher from our sponsor Dunstan Horsefeeds for their Dunstan Old Horse, a high-fibre, complete feed formulated to meet the unique nutritional requirements of the aging horse.
This month we feature Polar Blast (2018 Gr. G The Bold One x Valgrey).
Breeder: D G & H A Voice | Record: Nine starts for three placings, $6,620 in stakes.
Rider Sam Bain first met 'Flint' as a foal when helping with his handling, before he went to Hawke's Bay to race. After a brief racing career (where he managed to pick up a few placings), he returned to Christchurch and has been with Sam ever since.
A laid-back thoroughbred, Flint has a bright future in a variety of disciplines. He enjoys hacks, has won best paced and mannered at a lowkey show and is now pursuing a dressage career.
Thank you for reading issue #2 of NZTR's Thoroughbred Welfare Advocate, we hope you enjoyed the content and are looking forward to our updates moving forward.
The NZTR Welfare Team.