Second-Career Racehorses

Caring for the American Quarter Horse while racing and when they come off the track to be a retired racehorse.

Second Career Star SCS Shenoshowtofly, a dark bay nearly black horse, image shows two pictures, on left is the horse as a racehorse, and the right is the horse as a leadline competitor, standing with her owner at her head, and a small girl sitting on her back in a western saddle.

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The American Quarter Horse is known around the world for its versatility, athleticism and gentle temperament. These traits make off-the-track Quarter Horses uniquely suited for second careers once they retire as racehorses.

These retired racehorses are in high demand for many purposes, including barrel racing, rodeo, roping, horse shows, jumping, dressage, ranching and trail riding. An educated horseman can transition a retired racehorse to a second career where many have gone on to be highly successful, competing to the highest levels of competition, such as the Farnam AQHA World Championship Show or the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

Below find more about second-career racehorses
October 24, 2023 | Racing , Racing

Second-Career Star: Powerhouse Cartel
From stakes runner to World Show competitor in a year’s time.
September 22, 2023 | Racing , Racing

Second Career Star: Eyesa Extreme
This former racehorse is now a movie star.
May 21, 2023 | Racing , Racing

Second Career Stars: Project Stars
Four second-career racehorses are helping jumpstart youth careers.
April 17, 2023 | Racing , Racing

Second-Career Star: Indygo
A dedicated racehorse has also learned the art of the cloverleaf.
February 21, 2023 | Racing , Racing

Second Career Star: Fishers First Class
An American Quarter Horse Second-Career Star tells his own story.