A small personalised training stable where every horse is trained specific to their needs in order t
Rather than saying 'this horse is no good' I say what can we do different in order to improve the horse to their best possible level. Many horses are let go by big stables who have a production line training process. It is the numbers game - turn them over until we find one that can run. At Cottman racing we do not leave any stone un-turned in developing our horses best potential. Using sports sci
ence based training principles, individual nutritional plans, proper education and handling we have already proven we can get horses across the line where others have given up. We spend the time on every horse and are always researching better ways of training.
We've waited a while.......but so worth it....love you Chilli ❤️❤️
Rock This Country gets the choccies at Northam....first win in Mum's colours.....I know she was cheering him on from above 🥰
Couldn't have done it without the "A" team......thank you all xx
Our other new edition....pretty flash boy 🌟
The new kids on the team....getting the best education from Harrison's Horse Handling.
Water therapy....Rock This Country 🐎❤
After a break away I'm so please to say we're back....and couldn't be happier with the enormous effort Rock This Country put in for his first race in 19 months.......time and patience does wonders for us all ❤🐎❤
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Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) - Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound racing
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After making the little girl, God said:
“You’ll need something to lean on. Something with substance that will teach you the value of hard work, perseverance, and to never give up. A thing that won’t cast judgment when you mess up in life. Because you will often, it’s just part of growing up and becoming a decent human."
"You’ll need something whose impressive physical presence must be respected at all times. A being who could break your bones in a whisper but will never break your heart. A creature who will be there for you when you cry for hours after someone you love lets you down. An unspeaking breathing being that will teach you to check all the noise in your head and completely listen to what he is saying."
“Sometimes in life you need to let go and just hang on. I call this trust. The terrifying ability to follow something blindly out of the conviction of only your heart. It will keep you centered and restore your faith when life happens. When you realize that you are forgettable to the world you won’t be to this creature."
"Something that will keep you truly humbled yet teach you how to fly!"
“You need to understand the painful reality of death. Sometimes it’s ok to let go. That kindness will always be rewarded before the use of force. And that courage means trusting him to get you safely to the other side."
“Something to get you out of bed in the trying times. When you feel like you have nothing he will remind you that you are still wanted. Something to give you perspective about what’s really important in life."
“You’ll need a best friend. Do not take this relationship lightly. It just might save your life someday when you see no out. Treasure it always I’m trusting it to you to take care of for a reason."
“A creature who will restore your faith about all of the goodness in the world even when you are so broken down that you cast Me aside."
“In turn with time and healing he will bring you back to Me. Know that your struggle won’t be made alone, and don’t forget to enjoy the ride."
"So I will make a horse.”
With the recent 'exposure' about the slaughter of racehorses I wish to share we at Cottman Racing do not buy yearlings or race 2 yr olds - I do not personally believe in supporting this. Cottman Racing have also rehomed a number of retired racehorses who are still with the same owner and out there competing successfully living lovely lives. For those of ours who were not suitable to be rehomed for various reasons (including one who the owners didn't want back) are living wonderful lives in the paddock supported and paid for by us.
To Cottman Racing it is NOT a business it is a passion where our priority is ALWAYS the horse not the money! 🐴💕
I have contemplated writing this post for a while now...asking myself what is my motive, what do I want to achieve.....and I think it's because many only get to see one small part of the racing industry...the winners. Most of the winners are more often the 'professional trainers' and syndicates or big owners....many of who never get to know their horses on an emotional level...in fact after the race often no emotion is shown...it's just another day at the office....for the 8 or 9 winners every meeting there are another 90++ smaller trainers and owners who are just grateful their horse got around safe and they live in hope to maybe finish closer next time.
I got into training when my Dad died...I wanted to give my Mum something to be able to look forward to, to get some enjoyment from and as a way of bringing the family together. Sadly now I'm feeling this was never meant to be...the fork in the road is infront of me and I'm not sure if I can continue down this path any longer. For those of you who don't know I have tragically lost two horses in a month. The first was a beautiful horse who came into my stable skin and bones...in terrible shape and completely shut down. Long story short the owner owed me money and agreed to sign him over to me....I loved this horse and when I found the reason why he couldn't run was because of chips in his fetlocks, I went ahead with surgery.....anything that would give him a chance...even if it was just to be my riding horse. Sadly 3 months later and the joints never recovered....the kindest yet most heartbreaking thing to do was say goodbye........😭💔
Then a month later my dear Mum's horse, her pride an joy, a horse who she'd been so looking forward to seeing race, had a freak accident in the paddock......he could not be saved. 😭💔 This has broken my poor 90+ Mum's heart and mine........I still cry every night....and every time I walk into my stable and see his empty box........
So if you're still reading..thankyou....the reason why I wanted to share all of this is not for sympathy or pity but because the public only usually sees one side of racing......they don't see the love we have for our horses....the sacrifices we make......the tears we shed.......the heartache we feel........all because we care so much for these magnificent beings. The public don't see the retired horses we pay for to live their lives out in the paddock because their owners don't want them and they can't be rehomed...... It's not all about the money or winning to some of us.........there is another side to racing ...those who truly love their horses 🐎
A racehorse who trains himself (although I think he should be running in NSW) and then does his own water wading 😊❤🐎🐎
This is what real racing is all about....not the Peters & other big guys that have no passion...it's the battlers like this that make the sport great!! Good on you Scott, so happy for your win!!!
https://www.rwwa.com.au/blog/butterlea-lad-delivers-haleys-first-win/
He was made to wait more than a decade, but trainer Scott Haley has scored his first win as a trainer in this afternoon’s Kirin Megumi Handicap (1700m) with Butterlea Lad. Almost 14 years to the day since he saddled up his first runner at Northam, the planets finally aligned for the unassuming Hay...
My sister just sent me this from the racecourse in Dubai......for the love of horses ❤❤❤
A beautiful fresh morning...….makes you feel sooo alive!💕
The little team are back ❤
I think Kimba the lead pony likes his new stable
Due to having to carry the costs of a number of horses who weren't mine over the short time I have been training, I sadly will no longer be taking on any outside horses. The horses welfare is always my first priority, however it is not only financially draining but also emotionally devastating especially when dealing with some owners who do not care... . Yes I know it is 'the industry' ....sadly......
One of the hardest things of being a trainer is when you take on a horse you just want to help and the owners let you down.....I'm so sorry I can't protect you from going back to the hell I hoped to save you from 😭
Here is a thought.....what if Racing added a 'horse welfare fund' amount to every race similar to the jockeys welfare fund. Even $100 per race would add up to $$$thousands every week which could go to the after race care. registered retirement places or re-trainers/re-homers. Wouldn't this promote racing in such a positive way.....as let's face it without the horses we wouldn't have this sport.
Perth Racing is paying the ultimate respect to Mr Riley by naming a race after him on Saturday ❤ Such a fitting gesture considering he spent 15 years as Clerk of the Course
Last night we sadly lost our most valuable team member Mr Riley. After spending 15 years as Clerk of the Course I was lucky enough to have him as a companion pony to the racehorses. Mr Riley was responsible for keeping all the horses calm and relaxed, especially Seconda Vita, and I know this played a big part in her success. He loved his job and took it very seriously, he touched the hearts of many and was truly a one in a million horse. I am so grateful to Jade for trusting me with him and can only imagine the sadness and loss she will be feeling. Our hearts are broken and the emptiness will never be filled. Thankyou Mr Riley for everything, I will miss your big personality and your magical charm. RIP my friend, run free, roll in the mud 💔😭 Jade Tangaroa
Last night we sadly lost our most valuable team member Mr Riley. After spending 15 years as Clerk of the Course I was lucky enough to have him as a companion pony to the racehorses. Mr Riley was responsible for keeping all the horses calm and relaxed, especially Seconda Vita, and I know this played a big part in her success. He loved his job and took it very seriously, he touched the hearts of many and was truly a one in a million horse. I am so grateful to Jade for trusting me with him and can only imagine the sadness and loss she will be feeling. Our hearts are broken and the emptiness will never be filled. Thankyou Mr Riley for everything, I will miss your big personality and your magical charm. RIP my friend, run free, roll in the mud 💔😭 Jade Tangaroa
Beautiful ❤ I wish more people valued horses rather than thinking of them as disposable....
Monthly publication for Thoroughbred Racing in WA
Thankyou to Julio Santarelli and the team at RWWA for giving me a chance to tell my story ❤️🐎
Cottman racing is looking for a track work rider at Ascot on Wed & Sat mornings - please PM me for more details
Well yesterday wasn't our day - fair to say it was a debacle! Whatever could go wrong went wrong - just grateful Seconda Vita got around safely and we can wipe that race off and focus on the next. 🐎🐎🐎
Cottman Racing welcomes its newest family members....the 'stable ducks' have just proudly showed me their new family...I think this is about the 3rd generation born here 🐥🐥🐥
SECONDA VITA
Meaning 'second life' - this beautiful girl was named after her owners had come through a rough patch in life. After going through chemo and being financially shattered, Pebbles owners contacted me for help. I wasn't able to take her on at that stage and advertised her on their behalf for sale or lease. But as the weeks passed and no-one was interested things became desperate. Pebbles owners believed in her so much and just wanted someone to give her a chance but couldn't afford to keep her anymore - I offered to take her on until they got back on their feet. On Saturday Pebbles did us all proud winning her first race and giving me my first Saturday Metro champion. To see the joy and happiness this has bought to everyone is worth more than anything. I thank everyone who has been involved in the journey 💖
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Tara Iti showed good improvement yesterday in his second trial. He is bred to stay so I'm confident once he starts racing over a bit more ground he'll be competitive 🐎❤️
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Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) - Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound racing
Seconda Vita did us proud today winning her maiden and giving Julien and I our first Saturday winner! Thankyou to all who have been involved with Pebbles along the way ❤️🐎
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Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) - Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound racing
And Mario showed us he can be a racehorse - after many years of waiting he has finally found some confidence ❤️ I love this horse 🐎😍
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Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) - Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound racing
Another great run from Seconda Vita 🐎❤️ For a little horse that nobody wanted I'm so glad I gave her a chance! Her owners have always believed in her and it is so rewarding seeing her prove them right!
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Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) - Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound racing
Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) - Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound racing
Baron Times and his favourite jockey Julien Kokotajlo at trials this morning 😍 both did a super job 😊
Seconda Vita made us all proud today with a fast finishing second and is now enjoying the beautiful sunshine 😍🐎
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They say water wading is good for the legs 😁😲🙈🐎
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Happy birthday to all the 'special' horses out there ❤️🦄🎉🎂
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With the recent 'exposure' about the slaughter of racehorses I wish to share we at Cottman Racing do not buy yearlings or race 2 yr olds - I do not personally believe in supporting this. Cottman Racing have also rehomed a number of retired racehorses who are still with the same owner and out there competing successfully living lovely lives. For those of ours who were not suitable to be rehomed for various reasons (including one who the owners didn't want back) are living wonderful lives in the paddock supported and paid for by us. To Cottman Racing it is NOT a business it is a passion where our priority is ALWAYS the horse not the money! 🐴💕
A racehorse who trains himself (although I think he should be running in NSW) and then does his own water wading 😊❤🐎🐎
I think Kimba the lead pony likes his new stable
Last night we sadly lost our most valuable team member Mr Riley. After spending 15 years as Clerk of the Course I was lucky enough to have him as a companion pony to the racehorses. Mr Riley was responsible for keeping all the horses calm and relaxed, especially Seconda Vita, and I know this played a big part in her success. He loved his job and took it very seriously, he touched the hearts of many and was truly a one in a million horse. I am so grateful to Jade for trusting me with him and can only imagine the sadness and loss she will be feeling. Our hearts are broken and the emptiness will never be filled. Thankyou Mr Riley for everything, I will miss your big personality and your magical charm. RIP my friend, run free, roll in the mud 💔😭 Jade Tangaroa
Racehorse rehab nearly complete :) thankyou to Warwick Vale & Performance Physiotherapy for their efforts in getting Baron Times back on track :)
Racehorse rehab nearly complete :) thankyou to Warwick Vale & Performance Physiotherapy for their efforts in getting Baron Times back on track :)
Fun in the sun....what a good life ❤
DingDIng loves kisses ♥
