Caretakers

Randy Waples on the importance of grooms

In The Words Of Randy Waples

November 09, 2023

"They are the unsung heroes of this industry. They are critical to the success of any horse in any stable; putting the horse first, providing care and duties daily, and attention to the equine athlete...

Grooms In Demand In Alberta

“I've been around racing around the world and everybody needs qualified grooms. Competent, qualified, experienced grooms are hard to come by and that's what we need in Alberta, especially now that we ...

Caretakers Classic Set For Wed., Thurs.

September 20, 2011

After a false start last week, the Caretakers Classic is set to go this week at Monticello Raceway

Support For Backstretch Workers Profiled

September 14, 2011

Anyone that knows the first thing about the behind the scenes aspect of horse racing knows that grooms can be a major part of a horse's success. It is also known that grooms' dedication and perseveran...

Showing Some Love For The Grooms

September 08, 2011

It is well known that grooms are the unsung heroes of the horse racing industry. Now, those that muck stalls, truck everywhere and log the long hours now have a chance to get paid like a 'five-per-cen...

Penn. Caretakers Feeling The Love

The Meadows Standardbred Owners’ Association (MSOA) has announced a pair of programs to benefit those that work at the heart of the industry -- caretakers