Southern Belle
Thoroughbreds
About Us
Southern Belle Thoroughbreds is a listing service, assisting in the re-homing and transitioning of racehorses into new careers. The horses posted on this page will be from either Woodbine or Fort Erie race courses, and referred by reputable trainers/ owners.
"The blood runs hot in the Thoroughbred, and the courage runs deep"
- CW Anderson
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Thoroughbred Daily News
Answering the “Belle” for OTTBs in Ontario
"Katie Larsen is living out her dream in the horse business, but in a way she never imagined with a different breed. Larsen, a one-time equestrian rider who works in a bank in credit adjudications..."
Thoroughbred Daily News
On Aftercare: Southern Belle Thoroughbreds' Impact Grows
"Since the TDN first interviewed Katie Larsen, who founded Southern Belle Thoroughbreds in 2017, the organization’s impact on safe placement of racehorses at Woodbine and Fort Erie has grown exponentially...."
Peel Region Review
Equestrian Rider Looking To Compete Again At Caledon
"Katie Larsen grew up riding and competing in equestrian events at Caledon and in a roundabout way she has returned to that discipline through the thoroughbred world..."
Fort Erie Racing
Katie Larsen: Finding forever homes for racehorses
"Katie Larsen is a familiar face on Fort Erie’s backstretch. On a typical morning, you will see her in the saddle breezing horses for upcoming race days at the border oval. In the afternoon, you might not see her, but she is hard at work connecting people with recently retired racehorses..."
Southern Belle
Team Update
Happy 2022 to all of our friends in the Thoroughbred industry! the 2021 rehoming season was an incredible success with 150 race horses transitioned into new careers thrugh the Southern Belle platform. Our appreciation for the supporters who have helped make this achievement possible cannot be described in words.
As we take a breather during the racing " off season" , I want to reflect on all of the captivating Thoroughbred Race Horses who have demonstrated the utmost athleticism both on the track, as well as in their new careers as sport horses.
We are looking forward to another fabulous year of rehoming OTTB'S and hope to connect with you all upon the commencement of 2022 racing season.
- The Southern Belle Team
We're Sponsored!
Canadian Thoroughbred
Horse Society - Ontario
2021 Annual Sponsor
The CTHS aims to ensure a viable future for its members by providing assistance and representation within the Thoroughbred Breeding Industry. The CTHS serves effectively as a clearinghouse for questions and answers about the industry from breeders within Ontario.