LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Two local nonprofits are working together to help retired thoroughbred race horses in Kentucky.
Last December, Starved and neglected horses were saved from Franklin County, Kentucky, after they were found living in terrible conditions. The horses were rescued by the Kentucky Humane Society. When they got to the farm, there were 13 of them, some standing in knee-deep mud.
Race for Aftercare and Kentucky Humane Society are working together to help the horses that were rescued.
Jackism and Primela were two horses that were rescued. Race for Aftercare adopted the two horses and will foster an adoptable Kentucky Humane Society Thoroughbred at Hermitage Farm.
The two horses will be at Hermitage Farm April 7 from 2-4 p.m. By housing the horses at a well-respected farm, the organizations hope to increase adoption opportunities for retired racehorses.
"We can connect with more adopters by having rescued or retired Thoroughbreds fostered at Hermitage Farm," Lori Redmon, Equine Director for Kentucky Humane Society, said in a news release. "As ambassadors for Race for Aftercare, Primela and Jackism will assist other Thoroughbreds in finding new homes after their racing careers end. KHS can continue expanding our mission of rescuing equines in need. And we will all work together to educate our community about the importance of humane care for retired racehorses."
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