“Sexy Rex” is tall, dark and handsome, and he certainly knows it!

Currently Rex is on private turn out with buddies in adjacent fields. He’s good to lead in and out. Rex stands well for the farrier with a chain and is currently wearing front steel shoes.

Rex retired from racing with a knee injury and had surgery in May at Hogan Equine (we're so grateful for their continued support!); interested and approved adopters are welcome to share the discharge papers about his surgery, along with any other health records we have on him with their veterinarians! He's rehabbed well and is just starting rehab rides as he gets back to work. He's currently walking and trotting, though we did pop him into a short canter for his video!

Under saddle, Rex likes a soft hand and a well-balanced ride. He’s green, so he’s got moments of lovely movement followed by distracted moments where he can’t remember where he put his feet. He’s working on finding his rhythm and balance. He’s not spooky, but he can have playful moments. 

He’s looking for an experienced horseman who's comfortable with rehab riding and eventually keeping a playful youngster focused as he starts training for his second career.

• Leading and Ground Manners - Level 2 - Rex doesn’t need a shank, but he does well in a rope halter. He’s just juvenile and sometimes he gets distracted and forgets you’re walking beside him.
• Grooming and Tacking - Level 2 - He LOVES a good scratch and leans right in for more!
• Horse Care - Level 3 - Rex would benefit from a joint supplement or support to keep his knee feeling its best!
• Riding - Level 2.5 - Rex is a good boy, but he's still very green. He's just started rehab rides!
• General Demeanor - Level 3 - He'll need a handler who's experienced with youngsters with juvenile behavior.
• Horse Physical Capability - Level 3 - 3.5 - His surgeon feels Rex will be suitable for most disciplines going forward. We believe he'll make an excellent 2/6" hunter prospect in the future!

Re Created came to New Vocations via the NYTHA Take the Lead Program. We're so grateful for their continued support!

Approved Adopters: Schedule a phone appointment with trainer Cheryl at appointfix.com/New-Vocations-Racehorse-Adoption-Program.

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ABOUT OUR ADOPTION FEES

We intentionally set New Vocations’ 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 a price between $2,000 and $5,000!). Our facilities are always at full capacity, which means we can't take in an additional horse until one is adopted; a lower adoption fee means horses are more likely to find appropriate homes quickly and we can welcome more horses into our barns. And just think: By adopting one horse through New Vocations, you're actually helping two horses (you new family member and the one who takes his place in our program) transition to careers outside of racing. 

In general, our fees are set at $2,500, $1,000, $500 or waived:

• $2,500: This range is for horses that we consider to be the cream of the crop or “unicorn” horses. They are horses that have few or no limitations and great conformation, movement and size.
• $1,000: This range is for horses that are suitable for a competitive career up to a certain level (for example, cleared for 2’6” but not necessarily 3’). They may have been fully rehabbed from an injury but have been cleared by our veterinarians for most disciplines.
• $500: This range is for horses that are limited to a flat, trail or companion-type home. These horses are healthy and have been fully rehabbed and evaluated by a vet.
• Waived: This is for horses that have significant limitations for a riding career or are otherwise difficult to place. These horses are otherwise healthy and have been evaluated by a veterinarian.

Another perk of adopting from us? We do our best to give you the best bang for your buck. 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, fully evaluated, and in work with a professional trainer. We're also happy to share the history and any medical records (often including X-ray and ultrasounds) we have on each horse with interested and approved adopters.

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