From Caretaker To Trainer In Three Years August 25, 2021 "Standardbreds are by far the best breed of horses. Their nature is just so amazing, they are very docile and resilient and overall, a very smart breed.
Faces Of Racing: Eddy Durbridge October 07, 2020 “As a caretaker who just doesn't work for my own stable, working for a different trainer can always keep me moving. From working with different trainers...you learn new things from each of them and ha...
Faces Of Racing: Shanisty Andres September 17, 2020 “I think the most important thing is not to look at them as a dollar sign but as a horse. The horse doesn’t know whether you paid $3,000 for it or $30,000. It’s your job to help it reach its best, eit...
Faces Of Racing: Mathieu Nadeau September 11, 2020 “A great reward for me as a caretaker is to see my horse win and see the effort that he gave to win that race but the greatest reward is seeing the improvements in a horse, week after week.”
Faces Of Racing: Jackie Starkewski September 09, 2020 “My advice to new grooms is to pay attention to the horses, get to know them and respect them, they work hard for us. Be humble, there are always things to learn.”
Faces Of Racing: Kate MacNeil September 03, 2020 “You need to listen to your horse and pay attention to their needs, that’s what makes a good horseperson."
Faces Of Racing: Shane Baglole August 31, 2020 "If you can learn something new each day you're doing well. Just be a sponge, take everything in, absorb it all, and if you can learn something new from all the different people you work for you've pr...
Faces Of Racing: Clara Mary Corbin August 27, 2020 "To have the chance to work around good trainers, drivers and horses is one of the most rewarding aspects of working as a caretaker."
Faces Of Racing: Fiona Reynolds August 24, 2020 "I compare caretakers to front-line health workers. There is nobody more important than the person giving the direct care."
Faces Of Racing: Ryan Wilkie August 19, 2020 "When the horses do well and when the owners come in, seeing them excited or happy is really a good feeling, because you know you're doing a good job and it's paying off."
Faces Of Racing: Cherie Paskaruk October 07, 2019 “Work hard and pay attention to the advice you’re being given. Even if it’s not something you want to hear, it may be useful one day. Pay attention to the horses you’re looking after, they may not spe...
Faces Of Racing: Kelley McNiven September 29, 2019 “Always remember the reason you chose to pursue a career in caretaking. It Is for the love of the animal and the sport.”