Horse Shopping

Let’s take a closer look at what a Pre-Purchase Exam (PPE) actually is, what it isn’t, and how to use it as a tool — not a dealbreaker — in making smart, informed decisions when buying a horse.

Every year, thousands of Thoroughbred racehorses retire—some after long careers, others after just a few races. Many are still young, sound, and full of life, yet too often they face an uncertain future. At Fiordland Equestrian Thoroughbred Rehabilitation Program (FETRP), we believe these horses deserve more than a quiet fade into obscurity—they deserve a second chance.