Saturday, April 21, 2012

What You Ought To Ask a Racehorse Trainer in Order to Find the Most Appropriate One

By Ruth Williams


Owning a racehorse is a big financial commitment even if you are part of a syndicate. To get the most from your horse and ensure it is well looked after you need to put it with a good racehorse trainer.

Asking the right questions will help you to identify which racehorse trainer you should use. Continue reading to find out what these questions are:

What racehorse training facilities do you have?

It is vital that you know what training facilities will be available to your racehorse. Don't go by price when trying to assess which trainer will do the best job. You need to know what facilities will be used in the training of your horse. If possible, have a tour around a few locations before you settle on one.

The size and condition of the gallops and training facilities will vary from trainer to trainer. Find out how many other horses they train and who they have on board to offer expertise. You want to make sure your horse is going to be trained by someone with a good track record.

What does the monthly fee include?

Be clear on what the monthly cost includes as there are costs in addition to the training and upkeep which can certainly add up such as farrier costs, transport to races and race entry Make sure you know where you stand with your trainer, and you know exactly how much these extras will cost you in the long run.

Don't rule out trainers based on the fact that their monthly fees are higher as they may include additional expenses which other trainers will charge extra for. You should be aware of the types of costs associated with racehorse ownership such as vet bills and vaccinations.

What winners have you trained?

Researching the number of winners which a racehorse trainer has had will indicate their level of success. You need to decide if you want a specialised trainer i.e. one who specialises in national hunt racing, or one who trains horses for all sorts of races.

Which racecourse do you most often go to?

You will want to watch your horse racing so it is worth knowing where your horse could potentially be racing. The location of the racehorse training facilities may also be a factor as you can often go an watch your horse training.

However, it's equally as important that the horse gets to race in a number of locations. The horse will gain experience over different courses and terrains as well as making a name for itself. A particular benefit for corporate owned racehorses.

Selecting which racehorse trainer to use is a big decision. It's about making sure that the trainer you pick is right for your horse and is able to get the best out of them. Make sure you make the most of your investment, by choosing the ideal trainer.




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