KERRI Horses

KERRI Horses KERRI VALUES STATEMENT

At KERRI, we exist to implement a system that results in the placement of OTTB horses in safe, stable, appropriate, happy homes.

Kingfisher Equine Rescue & Rehabilitation, Inc (KERRI) 501c3 - Setting the Standard for Thoroughbred Aftercare”: KERRI sets, provides and advocates for the highest standard of sustainable racehorse aftercare. Our industry expert volunteers have created what KERRI thinks is a best practice intake process, treatment regimen, and training program that invests in the horse from the moment they arrive

. We ask that the horse’s connections buy into this model both figuratively and literally, with the understanding that we value their horse and are committed to this a sustainable, responsible OTTB aftercare model.

07/03/2025
Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) is one of the main reasons KERRI Horses and other approved OTTB aftercare organi...
06/05/2025

Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) is one of the main reasons KERRI Horses and other approved OTTB aftercare organizations can provide the necessary care and retraining to Thoroughbreds starting their next careers. Please consider providing your support to this instrumental granting organization.

🧠 What is Thoroughbred aftercare?

It’s the essential work of transitioning racehorses into safe, meaningful second careers or retirement.
TCA supports organizations doing this critical work through grants, guidance, and long-term support.
When the race ends, our work begins.

🔗 Learn how we help: TCA.org

What a profound impact Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) has made as an original funder for Off the Track Thorough...
05/19/2025

What a profound impact Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) has made as an original funder for Off the Track Thoroughbreds and the people who care for them. Thank you, TCA, for being at the vanguard of a cultural shift toward responsible OTTB aftercare and racing industry backside employee care. Let’s continue to rise 🏇❤️🤍🖤

From a small initiative in 1990 to a nationally recognized force in Thoroughbred aftercare! 🐎
Since our founding, TCA has awarded more than $27 million in grants to over 200 organizations across the country—all dedicated to Thoroughbred welfare and the people who care for them. For over 30 years, our commitment to the industry has remained unwavering.

And we’re just getting started. 💪❤️

We at KERRI Horses are grateful to be one of the grant recipients that Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) supports ...
04/26/2025

We at KERRI Horses are grateful to be one of the grant recipients that Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) supports through its work. Please consider donating to TCA when looking to support Off the Track Thoroughbreds and the people who work with them. Your money will go to vetted organizations who need it most. 💜🦄🐎🏇🙏

Today is National Help a Horse Day! 🐎❤️

At TCA, we work year-round to support Thoroughbreds during and after their racing careers — but we can’t do it without you.

On National Help a Horse Day, you can be part of a Thoroughbred’s next chapter. 🏡✨
Every gift, big or small, makes a lasting impact.

🐎 Donate today: TCA.org

04/22/2025
04/22/2025
We are excited to announce that Lord Prancealot, a talented California-bred, has joined KERRI! 🐴✨ Lord Prancealot won th...
03/18/2025

We are excited to announce that Lord Prancealot, a talented California-bred, has joined KERRI! 🐴✨

Lord Prancealot won three of his five starts, including last year's Graduation Stakes at Del Mar, earning $144,280. We're grateful for the support of his connections and thrilled to help him start his next chapter.

Lord Prancealot will rehab at Kingfisher Farms in Solvang, Calif., and will be rehomed through Kingfisher Equine Rescue and Rehabilitation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to helping off the track Thoroughbreds find their next home.

"Lord Prancealot is the kindest and sweetest c**t I've ever owned. He's going to make someone very happy in the next stage of his life," added Ganje.

Once evaluated and rehabilitated, he’ll be ready for a second career and a loving home! 💙

He will rehab at Kingfisher Farms in Solvang, Calif., and will be rehomed through Kingfisher Equine Rescue and Rehabilitation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to helping off the track Thoroughbreds find their next home.

Exciting news! We’re welcoming The Chosen Vron, two-time California-bred Horse of the Year, into our rehab program to pr...
03/18/2025

Exciting news!

We’re welcoming The Chosen Vron, two-time California-bred Horse of the Year, into our rehab program to prepare him for life after racing. Huge thanks to his connections for putting horse welfare first. After rehab, we hope to make him available for a new career and a loving home! 🐴❤️

CTBA Champion The Chosen Vron Retired Mar 17, 2025 Posted by CTBA In News By Bloodhorse.com ARCADIA, Calif. (Mar. 16, 2025) — The Chosen Vron, recently voted California-bred Horse of the Year for a second consecutive year, has been retired. Co-owner John Sondereker and trainer and co-owner Eric Kr...

KERRI Horses is thrilled to congratulate Angela Carmitchel and California bred mare, Big Fame on their brilliant win at ...
10/13/2024

KERRI Horses is thrilled to congratulate Angela Carmitchel and California bred mare, Big Fame on their brilliant win at Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover 2024. Angela and Fame were first victorious in the Eventing division and then went on to win THE THOROUGHBRED MAKEOVER CHAMPIONSHIP!!!!!!💜😍🦄🏇🙏

A huge shout out to major sponsor Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) for their steadfast support of this important horse show.

Thanks to Dawn Mellen and After the Finish Line for helping to sponsor this team and all of the Calbreds.

Thanks to Kirsten Green and all of the RRP staff and volunteers for putting on an incredible show 💜😍🦄🙏🏇😘

The top title went to Big Fame, trained by Angela Carmitchel.

We at KERRI Horses are thrilled for Win Place Home, Inc, C.J. Wilson, and her incredible team. Congratulations 💜🦄
09/05/2024

We at KERRI Horses are thrilled for Win Place Home, Inc, C.J. Wilson, and her incredible team. Congratulations 💜🦄

EXCITING NEWS!

Tune in tomorrow morning to Good Day LA on KTTV Fox11 as we take the spotlight!

We're thrilled to share that Win Place Home will be featured LIVE on the show, every hour from 7am-10am!

Join us for a 5-minute segment each hour as we share our mission and passion for these retired racehorses here at the ranch.

We can't wait to share this experience with all of you!

🚨We have great news at KERRI🚨We just found out that KERRI Horses has been awarded a grant from the prestigious Thoroughb...
09/05/2024

🚨We have great news at KERRI🚨
We just found out that KERRI Horses has been awarded a grant from the prestigious Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA).

100% of the proceeds from this generous grant will fund the care of our KERRI thoroughbreds, including hay, farrier work, rehab therapies and veterinary care.

⬇️ Below the announcement from TCA⬇️


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📢 Big News from TCA!

We're thrilled to announce that over $1 million in grants were awarded this year to 86 organizations dedicated to the well-being of Thoroughbreds and those who care for them. From aftercare to backstretch programs, therapy to research, these funds will make a lasting impact.

🌟 A special thanks to the late Nancy Messineo, a devoted California Thoroughbred owner, whose generous bequest helped bolster this year’s grantmaking. Her legacy continues to inspire us all.

📝 To see the full list of grant recipients, visit TCA.org.

Together, we've awarded over $27 million in grants over the past 34 years! Thank you to all our supporters who make this possible.

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