Retraining of Racehorses
Encyclopedia
History
The British Horseracing AuthorityBritish Horseracing Authority
The British Horseracing Authority, also known simply as the BHA, is the regulatory authority for horse racing in Great Britain.It was formed on 31 July 2007, after the merger of the British Horseracing Board and the Horseracing Regulatory Authority .Its stated objectives are to: “provide the most...
launched Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) in April 2000.
RoR is the official charity
Charitable organization
A charitable organization is a type of non-profit organization . It differs from other types of NPOs in that it centers on philanthropic goals A charitable organization is a type of non-profit organization (NPO). It differs from other types of NPOs in that it centers on philanthropic goals A...
for the welfare of horses who have retired from racing through injury
Racehorse injuries
Racehorse injuries and fatalities are an unfortunate side effect of training and competition. All sports and exercises carry a risk of injury. Even walking can cause injury...
, old age or a lack of ability.
It was awarded charitable status in August 2000.
Activity
RoR performs the following actions:- Raises money to support the retraining and rehoming of former racehorses
- Provides facilities for the care, retraining and rehoming of former racehorses
- Raises the profile of racehorses to other equestrian activities
- Operates education programmes to ensure handlers are adequately trained to care for the horses
RoR facilitates revenue grants and funds centre improvements and property purchases for four retraining centres:
- Greatwood Caring for Retired Racehorses
- HEROS
- Moorcroft Racehorse Welfare Centre
- Thoroughbred Rehabilitation Centre
- Darley Stud Management
In 2009, Princess Haya became RoR’s first Patron