Clarke Bloodstock’s racehorse management service begins from the time the horse is purchased and includes breaking-in, transport, insurance, valuations, oversight of veterinary care, race programming and planning, progress updates, and management of invoicing and accounts (if required).

There is no standard figure for the price of a racehorse as their valuations vary from thousands to millions. While a high purchase price does not guarantee success, there is a correlation between spend and results. Once Jim understands your goals and budget, he can advise you of the best course of action and work with you to find the right horse at the right price.

There is also a very well established syndication market in Australia for people who do not want to own a racehorse outright but would rather spread the risk; Jim is able to give you independent advice about racing horses in partnership with other owners.

If you’re looking to buy a horse privately or at auction, Clarke Bloodstock charges a brokerage commission on the purchase or sale price of the horse. All pricing is transparent and clearly outlined for you before working together and Jim will always advise you of any additional costs as required.

For one-off or ongoing retainer based management or consultation services, Jim will provide an estimate based on your specific needs.

For yearlings or foals, this involves a physical inspection and an analysis of their pedigree to find the best horse for your budget.

For tried horses, Jim is able to source horses both domestically and from overseas. The selection process involves an analysis of form and pedigree to identify horses that can improve and race successfully under new ownership and management.

For broodmares, physical conformation and pedigree are again crucial factors in the selection process. Jim is able to source mares that are suitable for a particular stallion and identify broodmare prospects for commercial or hobby breeders. Whether you plan on selling or racing the offspring of your mare, Jim’s comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the broodmare market will ensure you make the best possible decisions to maximise your return.

This varies depending on where you are located, how much your trainer charges and the cost of ongoing incidentals. As a rough guide, you should look at budgeting anywhere between $4,000 - $6,000 a month while the horse is in training and $800 - $1,500 for months when the horse is spelling.

The cost of keeping a broodmare will vary depending on where she is based and the level of care required. Typical costs may include agistment, veterinary work, transport, reproductive management and foaling related expenses.

Stallion service fees can vary significantly depending on the stallion, his race record, pedigree, commercial appeal and demand. Jim can help clients work through the available options and identify stallions that suit both the mare and the client’s budget.

Clarke Bloodstock can provide independent advice across a broad range of areas within the thoroughbred industry, including bloodstock, racing, breeding, sales, racehorse management and broader industry projects. The scope of each project can be tailored depending on what you need.

Yes. Jim can assist with individual projects or provide ongoing consulting support depending on your requirements. This may include research, analysis, reports, strategic advice or assistance with a particular area.

The process begins with a discussion around what you are looking to achieve and the areas where you need support. From there, Jim can recommend the most suitable approach and provide a clear scope of work based on the requirements of the project.