Mollie Buckley, at the Charles Sturt School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences, in Australia, is conducting research to address the current lack of knowledge about what makes former racehorses succeed in their new occupations.
She is looking for owners of retired racehorses in Australia to take part in an online survey. The project aims to identify attributes shown in retired racehorses (Thoroughbred and Standardbred) that are enjoying a successful post-racing career.
The survey will ask questions related to the characteristics and temperament of the retired racehorse, both on the ground and when ridden.
Buckley hopes that this research will help the Australian racing industry smooth the process of re-homing racehorses after they retire from the track.
All previous and current owners of retired racehorses are encouraged to participate in the research.
The online survey closes on Monday 25 July, and takes approximately 20 minutes to complete.
For more details, and to complete the survey, go to:
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Seems an excellent idea, has this been done in the UK?
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