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08/22/2025

Win Worthy was a little tight during our ride yesterday so we called in the big guns, Misty Withee Equine Services for body work and a massage. Win Worthy showed much more flexibility after his session with Misty and I'm sure will feel much better next training session.
Video in comments.

08/22/2025

This is a great article that highlights the importance and limitations of a Pre-Purchase Exam. We often have horses looked over because they do not have a "perfect PPE". This article focuses on the fact that a "pre-purchase is a statistical evaluation of risk on that day" and "should be viewed as part of an informed decision-making process, not the sole deciding factor", and we could not agree more! Check it out when you have a few minutes, it's worth the read!

For many buyers, a pre-purchase exam (PPE) feels like the ultimate green light. If the horse “passes,” the future looks bright. If not, the deal is off. But according to Dr. Julie Vargas of Spy Coast Farm, that view oversimplifies what a PPE can really tell you.

At a recent Plaidcast In Person event, Vargas shared a candid perspective on the limitations of pre-purchase exams and why buyers need to think of them as a risk assessment, not a guarantee.

“Pre-purchase is a statistical evaluation of risk on that day,” Vargas explained. In other words, a PPE captures how a horse looks and performs under examination at a single moment in time. It cannot predict the future or eliminate risk entirely.

That’s especially important when considering the growing use of advanced imaging. Many buyers now expect radiographs of joints, backs, and even necks, even when no clinical issues are present. These images may show anomalies (changes in bone shape, small lesions, or other findings) that may or may not ever affect the horse’s performance.

With better technology, Vargas noted, veterinarians are simply seeing more. But that doesn’t mean every finding carries long-term significance.

This creates a challenge for both veterinarians and buyers. How should a finding be weighed? Some changes might remain clinically silent for a horse’s entire career, while others could indicate a greater risk for future problems.

Vargas acknowledged that veterinarians are put in a difficult position: “I hate pre-purchases and I love them. Every other vet will say the same.” They can provide valuable information, but also place vets in the role of predicting the unknown—an impossible task.

🔗 Continue reading the full profile at https://www.theplaidhorse.com/2025/08/21/why-pre-purchase-exams-are-a-snapshot-in-time-not-the-only-decision-factor/

08/22/2025

*Saturday 8-11am*

Calling all volunteers! We will be gathering at the same place at the same time this Saturday, and we would love to see you! Drop us a comment to let us know you're coming or send us a message! Don't forget your water! See you Saturday!

08/21/2025

Remember Me is home to 4 sanctuary horses. This is Marfalous Friend, aka Nugget. She is 29 years young. Nugget was donated by her sweet owner, who was in her last stage of terminal cancer. Anne Johnson had owned Nugget since she was 3 years old. She cherished Nugget and her only foal, now 20, Hero's Crown, and wanted to make sure they were always well cared for, a wish that will be granted.
Do you have a plan for your horses if your circumstances change?

08/21/2025

Let's play another round. Guess the horse and the rider.

08/21/2025

Can anyone guess which horse I'm riding?

08/18/2025

🌟 Adoption Alert! 🌟

Our handsome boy Cielo’s Knight has found his forever home with Dana! 💙🐎 We are so excited for this new partnership and can’t wait to see what the future holds for them.

Please join us in congratulating Dana and welcoming Cielo’s Knight into his new chapter! 🥳✨



The Paddock Foundation
Texas Thoroughbred Association

08/18/2025

🌟Adoption Update!🌟

I know you all are still recovering from the adorable post with Lady Charlie’s Boy and his buddy Sawyer from the weekend, but guess what?! Charlie isn’t the only alumni living their best life with Madison and her family! Horsefeathers is also part of the Krenek Crew! Horsefeathers just celebrated his 9th birthday this year, and looks as fabulous as ever! Who wouldn’t want to find this gorgeous boy at the end of a rainbow?!?! Thank you to the Kreneks - again - for giving these boys such a fantastic home!

08/17/2025

✨Adoption Update✨

Prepare yourselves for cuteness overload! Lady Charlie’s Boy celebrated his 25th birthday this year and is still living the dream with his owner Madison! The icing on the cake? He gets endless kisses from his best gal pal, Sawyer 🥰 They literally could not be any sweeter together! Thank you Madison for providing him such a deserving retirement! ❤️

08/15/2025

🚨Urgent Request Alert! It’s Friday, and We Need to Spread the Love… Literally! 🚜✨

Our trusty manure spreader has finally said “neigh” to work, and replacing it will cost a whopping $6,700. We know that sounds like a big pile… but with 20,000 amazing followers, it’s totally doable!

Could you imagine if just 10% of our followers donated $5?! We’ll be spreading manure in no time. 🙌

Your donation means clean stalls, healthy pastures, and happier OTTBs. It’s not glamorous, but it’s the behind-the-scenes hero of our daily barn life.

🐴 Share this post to help us spread the word!

PayPal and Zelle: [email protected]
Venmo: remember-me-rescue
Website: www.retiredracehorses.org

Let’s turn $5 into something that really spreads good vibes. 😉

08/15/2025

*Volunteers Saturday 8-11am*
We will have volunteers out this Saturday! Make sure to pack your water and drop us a comment or a message if you plan on coming!