Alan Landsburg, a founding board member of TOC who served a total of ten years on the board – three as Chairman – passed away August 14. He was 81. An owner of Thoroughbred racehorses for over 30 years, Landsburg also served as commissioner and Chairman of the California Horse Racing Board and as a … Read more

Courtesy of the California Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association, TOC is proud to offer a digital version of the August issue of California Thoroughbred. Click here to view.

Dr. Edward Allred has been selected by the Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) to receive the 2013 Ed Friendly Industry Service Award. The award is presented annually to recognize outstanding contributions and service in the California Thoroughbred racing industry. Allred is owner, president and CEO of Los Alamitos Race Course, which will host its inaugural … Read more

In the state of California, there is no minimum age requirement to be licensed as a racehorse owner. While rare, a minor can own a horse if they so desire, requiring only a parent or legal guardian to sign a statement in which they assume all responsibility and indebtedness on behalf of the minor. The … Read more