In light of the recent public concern over the health and safety of thoroughbred race horses, we thought that this month would be a good one to highlight some positive stories surrounding former thoroughbred race horses. On a recent trip to Kentucky to film a new Equitrekking episode, we visited the Secretariat Center, a Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Facility, and met a very special horse, King D. In this online video clip, Suzanna Thomas teaches us about her work at the center and how horses like King D are getting a second chance at a career away from the horse-track and a second chance at life. Watch “Secretariat Center” Video On Our Homepage…

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