Jockey Club Service for Retired Thoroughbreds

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 25, 2011) -- The Jockey Club has launched Thoroughbred ConnectTM, a free online service designed to assist with placement of Thoroughbreds following the conclusion of their racing or breeding careers.

A component of The Jockey Club's Interactive RegistrationTM, Thoroughbred Connect enables interested persons to express their willingness to be contacted by the possessor of a specific horse in the event the horse is in need of placement. Those interested in providing assistance or aftercare have the ability to attach their name and contact information to the electronic records of Thoroughbreds within The Jockey Club's database using Thoroughbred Connect.

Similarly, a person who is seeking placement for a specific Thoroughbred in his possession can log on to Thoroughbred Connect and request the contact information attached to the horse, which will be delivered by email. The possessor of the horse may then contact that prospective owner directly to perform due diligence and discuss potential arrangements to transfer the horse.

Please note that there is no public listing of horses that are in need of aftercare or assistance. For a more detailed list of Frequently Asked Questions about Thoroughbred Connect, please click here.

Thoroughbred Connect is accessible directly at www.thoroughbredconnect.com or through the the Interactive Registration website at www.registry.jockeyclub.com With broad participation, Thoroughbred Connect will cast a wide net and help ensure that more Thoroughbreds are properly cared for in a safe environment. This platform provides an easy and convenient way for those with the means, capacity and desire to help any horse they have owned, admired or connected with over the years. We strongly encourage all stakeholders to use Thoroughbred Connect and to make others aware of it.