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When you think of New York horses probably aren't one of the first things that come to mind. Surprisingly enough, New York City (along with Lexington, Kentucky) is home to The Jockey Club headquarters. Formed in 1894 to improve the thoroughbred breeding and racing regulations in North America, The Jockey Club is now one of New York's most prestigious establishments. Through the years, a number of subsidiary companies have joined forces with the Jockey Club in order to enhance the industry's scope and influence. Today, The Jockey Club is an important part of purebred horse breeding in America, Canada and Puerto Rico. The Jockey Club also maintains a leadership role in numerous programs, including the national Thoroughbred Racing Association. If you're ready to horse around during your upcoming New York City car rental vacation, there's no place quite like The Jockey Club headquarters. Horse-enthusiasts of all ages are highly encouraged to drop in to learn more about the horse breeding business.

Breeding Future Stallions: Duties and Responsibilities at The Jockey Club

The Jockey Club is currently assumes responsibility for a number of thoroughbred programs. The Jockey Club's most important duty is maintaining and revising The American Stud Book. This manual ensures the correct pedigree and identification for every thoroughbred horse in the nation. An essential part of integrity thoroughbred breeding and racing, The American Stud Book is constantly under close scrutiny. More then 37,000 horses are registered with The Jockey Club each year thanks to new online registration programs increasing the overall database. The Jockey Club is also responsible for an online, up-to-the-minute Names Book. Breeders are encouraged to consult this book before naming any newborn thoroughbreds. All in all, The Jockey Club plays an active role in most North American and international equestrian programs. There's no horsing around in this club, so feel free to log on for more information.

Off to the Races

The state of New York currently boasts four live racing tracks. These include the legendary Belmont Park, Aqueduct, Saratoga and Finger Lakes. Before a horse can race at any of these venues they must register their home stable and silk with The Jockey Club. (For those New York City car rental clients who are unfamiliar with racing lingo a silk is a racing jersey). If you're planning on running a horse on any of these tracks during your upcoming New York City car rental vacation it is important that you contact The Jockey Club for registration details. Once you've registered your stable and silk with the Club you will be guaranteed exclusive usage rights. If you've never enjoyed a live race, Action New York City Car Rentals highly recommends dropping in at one of the four thoroughbred tracks. Live racing is a NYC pastime, so don't miss your chance to catch the excitement during your upcoming New York City car rental vacation.

The Jockey Club Family of Companies

The world of live racing and thoroughbred breeding is constantly growing. Companies currently partnered with The Jockey Club include everything from research foundations to online management programs. If you would like to learn more about the business of thoroughbred breeding please feel free to contact one of the following partner companies:

Equineline.com - Internet based equine management program for owners, breeders, trainers and farms.
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation - The nation's leading private source for equine research funding. Call 1-212-521-5327 for more details.
The Jockey Club Technology Services - Designed to maximize the benefits of communications and data management. Please email noc@tjctechnology.com.

If you would like to learn more about The Jockey Club before your upcoming New York City car rental vacation simply log onto www.jockeyclub.com. The Jockey Club New York City headquarters are located at 40 East 52nd Street. Please call 1-212-371-5970 for more details.

Downtown Manhattan 741 Broadway, New York, NY
New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-253-2299

Midtown Manhattan 200 E. 33rd St. New York, NY
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-683-7205

Westside Manhattan 229 W.60th ST. New York, NY
New York, NY 11023
Phone: 212-784-8700

LaGuardia Airport Holiday Inn 37-10 114 Street (In the lobby)
Corona NY 11368
Phone: 718-505-6969

Doubletree Newark Airport 128 Frontage Road (In the lobby)
Newark, NJ
Phone: 973-424-1000

Franklin Square, Long Island 735 Hempstead Turnpike
Franklin Square, Long Island, NY 11010
Phone: 516-481-6026