Common Myths About OTTBs – and What's Actually True
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To those who own and ride them, off-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) are known for being athletic, intelligent horses with the heart and versatility to succeed in almost any second career.
But for those who have never owned an OTTB – or who have had limited experience riding or working with them – myths often circulate, portraying them as too hot, too fragile, too reactive, or too difficult.
The truth, as with most things involving horses, is far more nuanced.