• Leading and Ground Manners - Level 2 - Mister is a big old puppy dog on the ground, but occasionally needs reminders to mind his manners when walking around the farm. However, given his age, we're not concerned in the least and are confident that he will mature with time. 
• Grooming and Tacking - Level 1 - 2 - He has a great attitude, and stands tied better than many of his older buddies! Mister absolutely loves being brushed, bathed, and scratched - and walks right into our scary wash racks with no problem. 
• Horse Care - Level 2 - Mister wears front shoes and holds his weight very well, even as a growing boy! 
• Riding - Level 2 - Mister is proving to be a capable but somewhat pokey youngster, and will be a fun project for someone looking to bring a high quality horse up the levels of competition! If his lovably, goofy personality doesn't grab your attention, his movement certainly will. Though he could go in any direction, we think the hunter or equitation ring might be calling this guy's name!  
• General Demeanor - Level 1 - Mister has been a favorite since the moment he stepped off of the trailer - and not just for his famous parents! He has no vices and an extremely lovable nature, and makes a best friend out of everyone he meets. His goofy personality makes him the perfect playmate when it comes to turnout, and he is quick to befriend new horses who join his group. 
• Physical Capability* - Level 5 - Mister retired with no known injuries but had a tie-back surgery prior to coming so he could thrive in a second career! He has done very well in our program and we don’t anticipate him having any athletic limitations. This flashy, laid-back guy could go in many directions. 
  
  

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*Assessments are based on information provided by the donors, physical/ mental assessments done by our professional team, as well as any veterinary examinations done at the farm (as needed). Approved, prospective adopters are welcome to arrange and coordinate a PPE if they choose, after speaking with the trainer at the respective facility of the horse. Adopters may also elect to use the 60-day trial period to thoroughly vet and assess the fit of the horse at their barn to ensure a great match

Interested in this horse? Already approved adopters may reach out to this horse's trainer at the "Email About This Horse" button above for further information. Still need to become approved? Learn about the process and start your questionnaire at newvocations.org/adopt. Approved applications are valid for 2 years.

ABOUT OUR ADOPTION FEES

New Vocations intentionally sets our horses’ adoption fees lower than the average cost of buying a Thoroughbreds or Standardbreds from a private seller (in today’s market, horses coming right off the track are often listed at $5,000 to $10,000!).

Our facilities are nearly always at max capacity, which means we can’t take in a new horse until one is adopted. Keeping our adoption fees low helps us find appropriate homes for horses quickly, thereby enabling us to assist even more horses transition off the track as stalls open up in our barns! In that way, when you adopt a horse through New Vocations, you’re actually helping two horses: your new family member and the one who takes his place in our program!

While our adoption fees are low, it’s important to remember that costs associated with the ongoing care and additional training for a horse (adopted or otherwise!) can be high. We hope that by helping adopters save money upfront, you’ll have more funds available to cover the costs of properly caring for and training a retired racehorse.

In general, our fees range around $3,500, $2,500, $1,000, and Under $1,000:

• $3,500: This range is for horses considered unlimited in their physical ability or those with exceptional qualities that would make them an upper- or high-level equine athlete.
  
  

• $2,000 - $2,500: This range is for horses we consider physically capable of a mid- to high-level second career. They have few or relatively minor limitations.
  
  

• $1,000 - $1,500: This range is for horses best-suited for a low- to mid-level career. They may have sustained an injury but have been fully treated and rehabbed. These horses have been examined by and cleared by our veterinarians for most disciplines, possibly up to a certain level (for example, suitable for a career jumping 2’0” but not suitable for a 3’6” career).
  
  

• Under $1,000: This range is for horses that could be harder to place in a perfect situation or those with more limited athletic potential (for example, possibly suitable for flat-work only) but are still capable of a successful second career. They have been evaluated by our veterinarians and are otherwise healthy.

Another perk of adopting from us? We do all we can to give you the most value for your adoption fee. Most adoptable horses have been in the program for a minimum of 60 days, during which they're rehabilitated (if needed), socialized with other horses, evaluated by trainers and veterinarians, and in regular training with a professional; on average, the monetary value of these services exceeds $5,000. Any medical records (often including X-ray and ultrasounds) and pertinent history we have on each horse is also available to interested and approved adopters.