INTRODUCTION TO THE THOROUGHBRED INDUSTRY

The Thoroughbred race horse is an animal of beauty, power, and speed — a professional athlete. Owning one can be one of the most rewarding and thrilling experiences of your life.

Thoroughbred horse racing is a highly competitive professional sport — and a business. In order for someone entering the Thoroughbred business to be successful, they should adhere to the fundamental principles which apply to most businesses. They should learn the business, obtain good advice, develop a plan of action, consider capital requirements, select and acquire quality assets (thoroughbreds), and secure the services of qualified persons to manage the business.

Touchstone Bloodstock Agency(TOUCHSTONE) is a Thoroughbred service organization formed by Dr. Paul Truitt in 1983 for the purpose of providing a full range of investment and management services to those who want to invest in the Thoroughbred business and need good, honest, sound advice, professional guidance and qualified management. Dr. Truitt's expertise developed through years of experience in the Thoroughbred industry as a veterinarian, farm manager, trainer, breeder, owner, and bloodstock agent enables him to provide a wide range of invaluable services to those investing in Thoroughbred horses.