Nala

2017 | 16.3 h | Mare | Located in Lexington, KY
Adoption Fee: $7,500

Meet Gea, affectionately known as Nala around the barn – a 9-year-old Thoroughbred mare by Animal Kingdom out of Seek a Star. With an impressive 49 career starts, she came close to warhorse status on the track, but now she’s ready to shine in a second career. Despite her extensive race history, Nala is incredibly sweet and personable. She’s easy to handle, happy to hang out all day with her stall guard up, ties quietly in the crossties or in her stall to be groomed or tacked, is great for the farrier, and is simple to bathe. She is currently turned out with a gelding, has also been turned out with mares, and is the same horse in either turnout setting.

Because of her successful racing career, Nala was given ample downtime before beginning her retraining, setting her up for long-term success. She’s fully up to date on dental and farrier care and has received both chiropractic, bodywork, and most recently had a Magnawave treatment to continue her successful retraining for a second career.

Nala has three comfortable gaits and already shows natural balance and rhythm. She is so smart and loves to work. She’s easy to lunge and enjoys having a job. She is a more forward type of ride, so we definitely could see her excelling in eventing, jumpers or even foxhunting. Everything we have introduced Nala to, she happily does, and does well. She can be ridden in dressage, where her lovely movement and self-carriage will definitely get you noticed; she can hack all around the property by herself or with a group, and even most recently, she has shown her love for jumping. Even though she is a more forward, she will do her job and then happily hack out on a long rein afterwards. She would make a great partner for a junior moving up the levels, a good riding amateur that wants something safe but also wants to enjoy a good time out in the field or show ring , or a professional that wants a very athletic project horse to take them up the levels.

Most recently, 3/14/2026, Nala went to Masterson Station, where she schooled up through some Beginner Novice XC fences and she loved it! She has a great gallop, easy lead change, and a great jump. She went up and down banks, through water, and over all the fences we asked her to jump. She trailers well, was quiet the whole time, unloaded well, and was easy to tack up in a new environment.

Nala horse showed at the KHP for the Paul Frazer horse show and was so good! It was a great experience for her where she learned a lot and improved so much in her training! She was confident in her stadium round, and even with her flat work continuing to be a work in progress, she had great compliments from the judge on how wonderfully bred she is, how she moves, how well she handled the show environment, and how she is going to make someone an excellent partner. If you are looking for your next jumper or event horse, Nala is your gal!

With Nala’s combination of athleticism, temperament, and heart, she is ready to shine in a second career!

If you are an approved adopter, please email programs@secretariatcenter.org with any questions. If you have not submitted an application, click here to apply.

 Sam

2022 | 16 h | Gelding | Located in Lexington, Ky

Adoption Fee: $2,500

Fleming, known around the barn as Sam, is an incredibly kind and personable gelding who has quickly become a barn favorite. He has a sweet, easygoing demeanor and a wonderful brain. Fleming is very straightforward to handle, he stands quietly in the crossties, is easy to groom and bathe, and stands great for the farrier. He is up to date on vet work, farrier, vaccines, dental, and is getting Magnawave work done this week, 3/19/2026.

From his first days in our program, Fleming has shown us just how much of a relaxed, all-around great guy he is. He has been on hacks around the property and handled everything with ease, as if he had been here his whole life.

At this time, Fleming will benefit from a bit more time before beginning full retraining, but he is absolutely worth it! He is a flashy individual with the movement and build suited for the hunter or dressage ring, paired with a trainable, level-headed disposition and super sweet personality.

Fleming would be an excellent candidate for someone willing to spend time building a strong bond and foundation through groundwork and light training while he continues to develop. With time and patience, he has all the qualities to excel and be a standout in the show ring. Adopt him now before you are competing against him in the show ring one day!

If you have any questions or are an already approved adopter and want to set up a trial, please email programs@secretariatcenter.org. If you have not submitted an application, click here to apply.

 Churro

2022 | 16 h | Gelding | Located in Lexington, KY

Adoption Fee: Pending

Mugsy, affectionately known as Churro in the barn, is an unraced 4-year-old by Mucho Macho Man out of Bye Bye Bully’s, standing approximately 16 hands. He is as sweet as they come and truly earns his “teddy bear” reputation. Mugsy loves attention, enjoys being groomed, and is a pleasure to have in the barn. He is an easy keeper in his stall, is currently shod up front, is up to date on dental, vet, and chiro work, and can be turned out with mares or geldings. Right now, he is currently turned out with a group of geldings.

Mugsy would love life as a trail/competitive trail horse, a companion horse, or even a fox hunter! He happily hacks all around the property, loves to work in the field, and confidently navigates a variety of obstacles, including poles, tarps and ditches. His quiet, kind demeanor and willingness make him a joy to handle and work with.

With continued strengthening and training, Mugsy may develop into a more competitive riding horse. However, given his personality, clear enjoyment of hacking out and exploring, we believe he would truly thrive in a trail-oriented home, as a well-loved companion or a fox hunter. His training will continue, with an emphasis on building strength and exposure to additional trail-style obstacles.

Most recently, Mugsy went to Masterson Station, where he was so relaxed the whole time. He loaded and trailered great, unloaded and was easy to be tacked, and rode around the whole facility like he had been there many times before. He tackled logs, ditches, up and down banks, and water with ease! There were other horses hacking and jumping all around him, and he was not phased at all. This horse LOVES an adventure! If you are looking for your next adventure partner, Mugsy is the one for you.

If you have any questions or are an already approved adopter and want to set up a trial, please email programs@secretariatcenter.org. If you have not submitted an application, click here to apply.

Tali

2023 | 16.1 h | Gelding | Located in Lexington, Ky

Adoption Fee: $6,500

Talmadge, or Tali in the barn, is a just-turned-3-year-old gelding who raced twice before retiring, and he is already showing all the makings of a fantastic sport horse. Tali is truly the whole package! He is incredibly sweet, easy to handle, and has quickly become a favorite in the barn. He stands quietly in the crossties, enjoys being groomed, and has a kind, willing demeanor that makes him a pleasure to work with.

Under saddle, Talmadge has been a standout from the start. Watching him float across the ground when free jumping, we already know he is going to shine in the hunter ring! He moves beautifully, has a very easy natural lead change, and has already demonstrated his love and athleticism when it comes to jumping. He most recently has learned about connection and is starting to carry himself in the bridle and over his back. He is so smart, and each ride he picks up right where he left off from the previous ride. This horse is very talented and has a bright future ahead of him. In his most recent videos, we jumped him under saddle, and he proved to be a natural. Even though he is only 3, we can tell that he is going to make a fantastic show partner for someone. We have also hacked him all around the property, and he loves to “stop and smell the flowers” so to say. He is so quiet and easy going, we could see him making a great partner for anyone.

With his athleticism, movement, and overall presence, we see Talmadge excelling as a hunter prospect, with the potential to also succeed in the derby ring in the future. We recently put aluminum shoes on his front feet, he is up to date on all vaccinations an dental work, and is turned out in a group of geldings, though he has previous experience in a mixed herd.

Talmadge is an exciting young horse with a bright future ahead, and we look forward to continuing his development as he progresses in his training.

If you have any questions or are an already approved adopter and want to set up a trial, please email programs@secretariatcenter.org. If you have not submitted an application, click here to apply.

 Mason

2021 | 16.2 h | Gelding | Located in Lexington, KY
Adoption Fee: $6,000

Lat Long, or known in the barn as Mason, is a 5-year-old gelding with a kind, personable nature and all the qualities of a promising sport horse. He is a true sweetheart in the barn—easy to handle, enjoys attention, and stands quietly for grooming and bathing. He gets along well with others in turnout and has proven to be a very straightforward and pleasant horse to have in the program.

Under saddle, Lat Long has shown lovely natural movement with smooth, balanced gaits and a strong desire to work. He combines this with excellent athleticism and a natural jumping ability, making him an exciting prospect for the future.

With his way of going and natural talent over fences, we see Lat Long excelling in the show hunter ring, with strong potential for the hunter derby arena as he continues to develop. He is an enjoyable ride with a bright future ahead, and we look forward to continuing his training. He is currently in front shoes, and is up to date on vaccines and dental.

If you are looking for your next show horse, look no further! Adopt Lat Long now before you are competing against him in the future.

If you have any questions or are an already approved adopter and want to set up a trial, please email programs@secretariatcenter.org. If you have not submitted an application, click here to apply.

 Chili

2021 | 15.3 h | Gelding | Located in Lexington, Ky

Adoption Fee: $5,000

More Hot Sauce , or known in the barn as Chili, is the kind of horse everyone loves to have in the barn. He is so kind and willing, who is game for whatever is asked of him. Chili is incredibly sweet, enjoys being groomed, and has a naturally eager-to-please attitude that makes him a joy to work with.

Despite only recently arriving, Chili has already shown how quickly he learns and adapts. Under saddle, he has been very straightforward and comfortable, with smooth, easy gaits that make him feel like a “couch” to ride. He has also already demonstrated a natural talent for jumping, approaching fences straight and confidently, staying soft in the bridle.

With his versatility, athleticism, and excellent mindset, Chili has the potential to excel in a variety of disciplines. We could easily see him thriving in the hunter or jumper ring, eventing, western disciplines, or even polo—he truly seems like the type of horse who will rise to whatever his rider asks of him. We could also see Chili being a great mount for pony club!

Chili is an exciting prospect for someone looking for a willing, adaptable partner with a bright future ahead.

Chili is RRP eligilbe.

If you have any questions or are an already approved adopter and want to set up a trial, please email programs@secretariatcenter.org. If you have not submitted an application, click here to apply.

 Topper

2021 | 16.3 h | Gelding | Located in Lexington, Ky

Adoption Fee: $5,000

Top of the Mark, known around the barn as Topper, is a 5-year-old gelding who is a pleasure to have in the barn. He has a laid-back, “chill” personality, is as kind and easygoing as they come, and so safe! Topper loves attention, enjoys being groomed, and is always willing to go along with whatever is asked of him.

From the start, Topper has proven to be very straightforward and safe under saddle. He had his first ride just one day after arriving and went around as if he already knew the routine. He is a steady, uncomplicated ride with a natural lead change and a willing, reliable attitude which makes him suitable for a wide range of riders.

Topper got shoes on this week and is feeling great! We have taken him on hacks all around the property, and most recently jumped him under saddle, and he goes around like he has been doing this his whole life. Has 3 comfortable gaits, and a very natural rhythm. With his easygoing nature and versatility, Topper would make an excellent all-around partner! Whether you are looking for a dependable partner for everyday riding or a horse to take to the show ring, Topper is the gelding for you.

Topper is RRP eligible. His last workout was 12/28/2025.

If you have any questions or are an already approved adopter and want to set up a trial, please email programs@secretariatcenter.org. If you have not submitted an application, click here to apply.