How Breeders Can Get Results Without Giving in to Sale Ring Influence
Breeders face a tough truth: what attracts buyers isn’t always what produces winners. Every season, there’s a wave of new...
Your trusted guide to the world of thoroughbred racehorse ownership, our blog combines insights, expertise, and actionable strategies. With content ranging from the basics of thoroughbred racing to advanced selection strategies, we aim to empower aspiring owners to navigate the industry with confidence. Authored by experienced bloodstock agent, Clark Shepherd, each post draws upon his years of experience, deep industry knowledge, and innovative methodologies. This blog is a must-read for anyone looking to make successful, informed decisions in the racehorse industry.
Want to Breed Better Racehorses? Try Starting with Your Mare
Most breeders still think the stallion makes the difference. But following stallion rankings or sales trends often leads to the...
Stallion Selection: Breeding to Race Can Be Commercial
Stallion selection should never begin with what’s selling. It should begin with your mare. Too often, breeders are told, “Don’t...
The Yearling Trap: Why Looks Can Cost You
Most new investors walk into a yearling sale with confidence and walk out with a mistake. They think they’re being...
Stop Chasing the Same Horse as Everyone Else
At most horse auctions, people chase the same stallions and the same families. They crowd around a few horses.They get...
How to Value a Racehorse Before You Bid at Auction
You wouldn’t make an offer on a house without knowing what it’s worth.Same rule applies to a racehorse. But at...
Smart Horse Investors Watch the Burn, Not the Buy
The Expensive Illusion Let’s get something straight: the purchase price is not the cost of a horse. It’s just the...
The Triple Crown Isn’t Supposed to Be Easy
The Triple Crown isn’t broken. But how we breed horses for it is. Three races. Five weeks. Different distances, surfaces,...
How to Vet a Horse Investment Before You Get Burned
Horse shares wrapped in tech still carry risk. If you’re buying into a horse through a fractional ownership platform, don’t...
System First: How Disciplined Investors Win with Racehorses
The system is what separates the winners from the losers in racehorse investing. Not boldness. Not instinct. Not chasing the...
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