Thoroughbred Horse: Breed Profile

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Champion and Celebrity Thoroughbred Horses
There have been many notable thoroughbreds throughout the breeds history and not all of them are associated with racing victories. For instance a stallion named Messenger born in 1780 is a foundational sire of the American standardbred horse. And in 2006 a colt named The Green Monkey set a record for the highest price ever paid for a thoroughbred at auction 16 million. He only raced three times never winning before injuries caused him to retire.
Then there are the famous racing thoroughbreds. Man o War is still counted as one of the top racehorses of all time. And the notorious recordbreaker Secretariat is right up there with him.
Is the Thoroughbred Horse Right for You?
Thoroughbreds have been bred to be athletic and spirited so they dont always make the best beginner horses. But for intermediate and advanced riders who can channel the breeds vigor thoroughbreds are the ultimate ride with a powerful smooth gait. Due to their energetic nature they are especially ideal for those who want to compete with their horse in equestrian events.
How to Adopt or Buy a Thoroughbred
Thanks to their popularity thoroughbreds are fairly easy to find around the world to adopt or buy. Their price varies greatly largely depending on the horses age pedigree training and health. Thoroughbreds from champion bloodlines can easily cost more than 100000 while thoroughbreds for general riding or retired racehorses often cost between 1000 and 10000. 
Its important to visit with a potential horse before committing. Ask the seller about the horses history health temperament and training. In particular a former racehorse might lack training or have lingering injuries. So make sure youll be able to manage the horse before you opt to bring it home. It is also advisable to have your veterinarian perform a prepurchase examination before buying or adopting to determine the horses health and suitability for its desired use.
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