Finding the right boarding barn is essential for you and your horse. A beautiful property doesn’t always mean good care, and a modest facility can be exceptional if it’s well-run. Whether you’re moving barns, relocating, or boarding for the first time, this checklist will help you evaluate what really matters—beyond the sales pitch.

1. Horse Care & Daily Management

This is the non-negotiable foundation.

The Kentucky Thoroughbred Development Fund Committee approves Keeneland's request for $6 million to $6.25 million in Kentucky-breds funds.

Charles Sniffen, who got his training license in 1968 and for the past 20 years has been assistant trainer for Ferris Allen, has been selected as the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association Backstretch Worker of the Year for 2025.

Four-time grade 1 winner and $2.6 million earner Casa Creed was represented by his first foal Jan. 23, a filly bred by Carlos Cleto out of the black type-placed mare Sustainable.

Potente, a $2.4 million yearling purchase, breaks his maiden on debut Jan. 31 at Santa Anita Park.

John Bogar, long time track announcer at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course, has announced his retirement effective Feb. 5. Bogar has been a mainstay at the Grantville oval since joining the team 45 years ago.

Byron King's Top 12 on the Road to the Kentucky Derby, presented by Spendthrift Farm.

Four-time grade 1 winner and $2.6 million earner Casa Creed was represented by his first foal Jan. 23, a filly bred by Carlos Cleto out of the black type-placed mare Sustainable.

As expected, House Bill 881, which aims to decouple Thoroughbred racing and gaming licenses in Florida, passed its second committee Feb. 3 when the Commerce Committee voted for it to proceed.

BloodHorse news editor Byron King reviews the Jan. 31 Holy Bull Stakes (G3) from Gulfstream Park and the latest Derby Dozen rankings.