USEA Podcast #418: An Eventer’s OTTB Playbook
In this special Q&A episode of the USEA Podcast, five-star eventer Meghan O'Donoghue and upper-level rider Kelty O'Donoghue answer USEA member questions about all things off-the-track Thoroughbreds. From what they look for in an OTTB prospect to conformation, retraining, soundness, hoof care, and everything in between, the sisters share the knowledge they've gained producing Thoroughbreds to the highest levels of the sport—including Meghan's five-star partners Pirate and Palm Crescent.
Whether you're shopping for your first OTTB or hoping to develop your next upper-level partner, this episode is packed with practical advice and firsthand experience. Meghan and Kelty discuss the qualities they value most in an event horse, how they approach transitioning Thoroughbreds into new careers, and the management practices that help these incredible athletes thrive long after they leave the racetrack.
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