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Maximize your horse’s abilities in a legal and safe manner! Training Thoroughbred Horses unveils the techniques, insider secrets, valuable tips, and expert advice from a Master Horseman. Discover the core principles on how to:
– Handpick and train young horses to evolve into competitive runners
– Condition each horse uniquely to accomplish its highest potential
– Strategically place each horse where it can triumph, on dirt or in the mud, with the perfect jockey
– Treat minor injuries promptly and prevent them from turning into career-ending mishaps
– Provide simple, nourishing diets that promote muscle growth and power
– Manage your stable proficiently so that every horse thrives, trains, and races well
Initially published in 1953 and commissioned by the renowned Blood-Horse magazine, this timeless classic explicates the art of choosing horses for racing talent, training them to be consistent competitors, and conditioning and placing them judiciously. Burch imparts the master recipe for molding a champion horse. Discover why his techniques and guidance are still sought after by the most influential owners in the industry.
Preston Burch (1884-1978), over his illustrious training career spanning nearly seven decades, won almost every major race and clinched almost every award, title, and honor that the racing world could bestow. Son of Hall of Fame Trainer William P. Burch, Preston was raised amidst the greatest trainers the racing world has ever witnessed and was mentored by James Rowe, Sam Hildreth, and Green B. Morris. From these distinguished horsemen, Burch absorbed the best and formulated his unique training style. Burch’s legend is built on his ability to extract the maximum from every horse under his care. His horses excelled at all distances, established track records, and had long, productive careers on the racetrack. Burch was honored with an induction into the Hall of Fame in 1963.