Yearling Prep

G'day guys just wondering if you can tell me a little about preparing a yearling for the sales. How long does it take or is everyone different? Also do they charge per day or a flat rate? Commission from sales for preparer? Any info appreciated thanks :)

Hi Damien,

I have not sold any yearlings in the standardbreds but have a bit of experience with thoroughbreds. In my experience yearling preps can range from 6-12 weeks depending on how much you are willing to put in. Most preparers I know charge a daily rate plus sales costs. Commission from sales in unlikely if you are paying a daily rate with sales costs. However like with anything everything is negotiable and there are different ways to fund/pay for things.

I recommend you give a couple of the good farms a call and just ask them. Just have a look through the APG catalogue and you'll soon work out who the main farms are.

G'day Damien,
Here in NSW, Matt Day, Jackie Gibson. In VIC, Annie Dalton.
They all do a great job. If you need a number send me a PM.

Cheers guys thanks