Alberta Thoroughbred Aftercare Society

01/21/2025

Great News! 💞







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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is announced as the Official Aftercare Partner of the Pegasus World Cup. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will have a named race on both Friday and Saturday, the weekend of the Pegasus World Cup. In recognition of their enduring collaboration, 1/ST RACING will present Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance with a generous check donation of $50,000 following the TAA Pegasus World Cup Filly and Mare Turf.

Read the full press release here: https://www.thoroughbredaftercare.org/thoroughbred-aftercare-alliance-announced-as-official-aftercare-partner-of-the-pegasus-world-cup-2025/

Gulfstream Park Pegasus World Cup Invitational

01/15/2025

Sooo true....There is nothing like a Thoroughbred 💞🏇💞



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If anyone understands the talent and versatility of the Thoroughbred it is Anne Kursinski. A five-time member of the U.S. Olympic team and two-time Olympic (team) silver medalist, Kursinski has amassed a resume that would make most equine professionals blush. In addition to her Olympic efforts, the....

01/07/2025

There are 2025 Stallion seasons available from Alberta and Ontario sires in this Auction as well as sires standing all across the US... if you're shopping anyways , you may be able save some money while supporting a great organization and its mission :)
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Join us for the TCA Stallion Seasons Auction presented by Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation, our largest fundraiser of the year, supporting grants for Thoroughbred aftercare, backstretch programs, and equine charities.

🖥️ Online Auction:
📅 Wednesday, January 8 – Friday, January 10

🎉 Live Auction & Celebration:
📅 Sunday, January 12
⏰ 5:30 p.m.
📍 Harper Hall | 177 N Upper St, Lexington, KY 40507

01/05/2025

*The Gold Standard*
💞ACCREDITED AFTERCARE 💞

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Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is a nonprofit that supports Thoroughbred aftercare by accrediting, inspecting, and granting funds to approved organizations. Since its formation in 2012, it has become a leading solution in North America, recognized for its high standards.

By supporting accredited aftercare, you can be sure that your donation goes to an organization with the highest standard of care for Thoroughbreds after racing.

https://www.thoroughbredaftercare.org/donate/

01/03/2025

Another great supporter of ATAS and amazing transport company with stellar service and outstanding care for the animals in her care while on the road!

Thank you Tanya!

January 20 - 23
Central Alberta - Grande Prairie - Dawson - Ft St John - Prince George - Vancouver Island
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January 24 - 25
Vancouver Island - Calgary - Central Alberta
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February 3 - 5
Edmonton - Calgary - Langley and return to Calgary and area
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❄️Dates are subject to alter with the weather and road conditions.

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01/03/2025

One of our wonderful sponsors for our best turned out and show gift buckets!

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR DEALS ...CHECK THEM OUT :)

Happy New Year! We wish our customers, brands, friends & colleagues nothing but the best in 2025! 🥂 Enjoy an extra 20% off sale collection online & red tag items in store until the end of January

01/01/2025

HAPPY NEW YEAR! & HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL THOROUGHBREDS:) 🎉🎊🥳
From the ALBERTA THOROUGHBRED AFTERCARE SOCIETY 💞🏇💞

Here’s to a GREAT YEAR in 2025 including the continued care for and education about our amazing racing Thoroughbreds and Off-Track Thoroughbreds.

*Thank you for your support in 2024—let’s make 2025 even BETTER!*

We are so very thankful to the dedicated trainers who prioritize the well-being of Thoroughbred racehorses and OTTBs day in and day out, We would like to take a moment to especially thank and acknowledge our appreciation for those who also show commitment and dedication to Aftercare through their support of our organization.

https://thoroughbredaftercare.ca/donate/

We rely on our donors for all our program costs and roll out and have new and upcoming initiatives and ideas to promote and support OTTBs and their owners in 2025...STAY TUNED FOR MORE ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES :)

12/25/2024

MERRY CHRISTMAS & THANK YOU from All of Us at The Alberta Thoroughbred Aftercare Society! (Both Horses & Humans)

We couldn't have put it better than TAA... so sharing the same sentiments here...:) 💞🏇💞🎄🎅🧑‍🎄🤶😇

Merry Christmas from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance!

May your holiday season be filled with lots of joy and love. Thank you for helping us give retired Thoroughbreds the wonderful gift of a second chance.

12/24/2024

So lucky to have this amazing OTTB Advocate on our Board of Directors. THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO Gaby Wall!

We want to hear from our followers! What were your biggest accomplishments in 2024? Tell us in the comments below!

Over the weekend, Gaby Wall and her OTTB mare Woodbridge Miss, aka “Blondie,” ran their personal best at an ABRA Jackpot at the Still Meadows Ranch in Uncas, Alberta, Canada. They were the 3D Champions for the SMR Fall Barrel Series and won a belt buckle!

Blondie is a nine-year-old Alberta-bred mare by Heavenly Chorus and out of A Beautiful Dream, by Silver Deputy. She won three races and earned $18,838 on the track. When they aren’t barrel racing, Gaby and Blondie also enjoy working cattle and trail riding.

Don’t forget to tag us or use the hashtag for a chance to be featured here!

Photo Credit: Roaming Vaquera Photography
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12/24/2024

A huge shout out to TB Owner, Racing Enthusiast and Aftercare Advocate ,Sofiya Semeniuk, for your generous donation.

Many thanks from all of us at the Alberta Thoroughbred Aftercare Society (both two & four legged) We can't do it without the support of our donors! 💞 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦👨‍👩‍👧‍👧👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏇🎁🐎 🐴 💞

We appreciate the support you've shown this past year, both monetarily and in your volunteer time to help with our Ring the Bell fundraising initiative in collaboration with Century Mile Racetrack and Casino and Century Downs Racetrack and Casino ...

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 🎅

12/21/2024

We have mares that qualify....check out our program horses looking to be adopted...

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The Jockey Club has rolled out a new pilot project, the Mare Incentive Program, that waives registration fees for certain 2026 foals of mares that meet certain criteria in order to assist breeders with their mating plans, the organization said in a press release early Friday. “The Jockey Club is w...

12/18/2024

Our latest interview from fellow Advocates of Aftercare (across the border)... Thanks for all you do Michele & Wasabi Aftercare Fund ! 💞🏇💞🫶



WORDS FROM OUR PRESIDENT Deanna Paton :

Myself and our VP had the pleasure to sit down and chat about all things Aftercare with Wasabi Aftercare Fund. It was an absolute pleasure!

I’m so proud of our amazing team of volunteers who put in another great year for the ATAS and its horses! We received so much support this year and one of my favourite projects had to be the “Ring the Bell” program which was researched, put together and executed with so much success by our board members at the Alberta Thoroughbred Aftercare Society!

Make sure you check us out, we are everywhere, not only the amazing tracks in Edmonton and Calgary, but at horse shows and expos and of course online!!!

Way to go team! Onto 2025!

Recently, I spoke with the President, Deanna Patton, and Vice President, Amanda Bennett about Alberta Thoroughbred Aftercare Society. Keep reading to learn more about their program. How did Alberta Thoroughbred Aftercare begin? ATAS was founded in 2021 by a group of committed owners, breeders, and b...

12/17/2024

YES!! WE AGREE! TB's ROCK & DESERVE TO BE ACKNOWLEDGED FOR ALL THEIR AMAZING QUALITIES AND TRAITS IN THEIR 2nd CAREERS... :) 😍

12/15/2024

Looking for more of a holiday gift idea for those Horse Lovers than just our Awesome 2025 15-mo Calendar, without the need for a barn or the space?🥰🫶🎅👩‍❤️‍👨🐴🦄

Give the Gift of Horse Sponsorship! Sponsorship is a great way to support an OTTB in our Aftercare program. ♥️💞💝

With different levels/frequency of sponsorship, your gift will give your loved one/recipient varying benefits that could include: an official certificate, updates and photos of your chosen horse, (complete with race records & pedigrees), farm visits, and with the "Child Friendly" sponsorship a plush stuffed Thoroughbred, handwritten note and personalized horse art from your sponsored horse.

Please contact us for more details on this amazing opportunity to provide love, care, and support, while granting the "horse dream" to that special someone...
Email:
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We have Bonnie, CC, Elliot, ET, and Daisy who would love a sponsor and to become an amazing Christmas Gift!

12/12/2024

A sneak peak: Some of the Stories in our 15- month 2025
email us to order yours at the (pre-sale) /2024 price/Christmas Sale Price of $15 [email protected]
Thank you to OTTB/Aftercare Adocate/ATAS Ambassador Jennifer Pejic for donating your time and expertise on this masterpiece!
So many amazing stories and connections beautifully showcased within.

12/12/2024

Congrats Tammy! You and your horses are such amazing OTTB advocates...& we love that you compete on both sides of the Border 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 :) 💞🏇💕🙌

This summer, Tammy Botsford and her OTTB gelding John’s Quest, aka “JQ,” competed at the 28th Annual Alberta Barrel Racing Association Finals at the Calnash Ag Event Centre in Ponoka, Alberta. They placed 14th in the 5D in Round 2 and earned $290.40!

JQ is a nine-year-old Alberta-bred gelding by multiple graded stakes winner Kiridashi and out of Questelavita, by Siphon. He won five races and earned $30,922 on the track. He is doing great in his second career as a barrel horse!


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12/09/2024

WOW FACTOR ALERT!!!

Our Beautiful 2025 15-month Calendar is Finalized and Ready for Distribution by end of week....

A Beautiful Christmas Gift showcasing OTTBs in their next careers.....

HURRY & GET THEM AT THE *PRE-SALE (2024) PRICE* OF $15.00 EACH....

Thank you to Everyone for your Amazing stories and submissions....

Here's a sneak peak .... get your orders in by the 15th (20th on local orders) and we'll make sure we get them to you before Christmas!

Contact us with your orders through messenger or by emailing 📧
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12/05/2024

Ensuring racehorses with a proper and lifelong retirement once their racing careers were over was very important to breeder and Hall of Famer John Hettinger. Akindale Thoroughbred Aftercare continues this mission each day through at their sanctuary.