New Zealand's Thoroughbred Transition Centre
Every Thoroughbred
Deserves a Pathway.
PinOaks Park is New Zealand’s Thoroughbred Transition Centre, providing independent assessments, structured transition services and professional support for Thoroughbreds beyond racing. Whether you’re retiring a racehorse, seeking the best pathway for your horse, or looking for your next OTTB, we’re here to help every step of the way.
HOW CAN WE HELP
How Can We Help You Today?
I Have a Thoroughbred That Needs a Pathway
Independent assessments and structured transition support to find the right next chapter for your horse.
I'm Looking for an OTTB
Browse assessed, transition-ready Off-The-Track Thoroughbreds matched honestly to their next home.
I'm Retiring a Racehorse
A welfare-first pathway for racing connections retiring a horse with care, dignity and planning.
The PinOaks Transition Pathway
A structured journey for every horse
Application
Owner submits horse for consideration.
Assessment
Independent veterinary assessment.
Transition Report
Whole-horse evaluation on site.
Recommended Pathway
Clear, honest recommendation.
Successful Outcome
The best next chapter is chosen.
Every Thoroughbred deserves a pathway. That belief shapes everything we do.
Lisa Wilson · Founder
Why PinOaks
Why Choose PinOaks?
PinOaks has evolved from a traditional retraining operation into New Zealand’s Thoroughbred Transition Centre — a professional home for honest assessment, structured pathways and lifelong support.
- Independent Assessments link to Transition Assessment page
- Welfare First link to Welfare Pathway page
- Structured Pathways link to Transition Services page
- Professional Network link to About page
- Honest Representation
- Lifelong Support link to Owners Hub
Join The PinOaks Park Family
Starter
$0 Lifetime
Features
- Access to general resources.
- Articles on OTTB care and training.
- Claim your OTTB
- Find out it’s racing history
- Limited access to My Stable horse care management profile
Premium
$25 Annually
Features
- Access to general resources.
- Articles on OTTB care and training.
- Claim your OTTB
- Find out it’s racing history
- Full access to My Stable horse care management profile
- OTTB Community Forum.
- Discounts from PinOaks Park sponsors.
- First-hand knowledge & option on our OTTB Clinics
- 5 horses in the dashboard.
Elite
$100 Annually
Features
- Access to general resources.
- Articles on OTTB care and training.
- Claim your OTTB
- Find out it’s racing history
- Full access to My Stable horse care management profile.
- OTTB Community Forum.
- Discounts from PinOaks Park sponsors.
- First-hand knowledge & option on our OTTB Clinics
- Up to 15 horses in the dashboard.
Ready for their next home
Discover your next equine partner from our Off-The-Track Thoroughbreds, ready to excel in their second careers and become your new best friend.
Claim Your OTTB
This badge shows the number of Off-the-Track Thoroughbreds that have been claimed through our platform. By submitting your details and your horse’s information, you help support traceability, ensuring we know where these incredible horses are as they transition into their new homes across New Zealand.
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Claimed Horses
Lisa
We have been practicing safe transport with Scooter as he was previously nervous on the float. Since arriving at Pinoaks we have successfully floated 10 times. Scooter is very social and would do well in a paddock with other horses. He’s a cheeky boy who loves a good run.
Regan
We have been practicing safe transport with Scooter as he was previously nervous on the float. Since arriving at Pinoaks we have successfully floated 10 times. Scooter is very social and would do well in a paddock with other horses. He’s a cheeky boy who loves a good run.
Scooter
We have been practicing safe transport with Scooter as he was previously nervous on the float. Since arriving at Pinoaks we have successfully floated 10 times. Scooter is very social and would do well in a paddock with other horses. He’s a cheeky boy who loves a good run.
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What our clients are saying
I purchased Harvey (Enough Said) from Pinoaks. Harvey arrived 2 Sept 2023 after a big 2 day trip from Christchurch to Onewhero. I bought him sight unseen, went with my gut from the photos and video Lisa provided on his page. I explained to Lisa what I was looking for and she agreed Harvey would be a good fit after Pinoaks had done their due diligence to ensure he was ready to be rehomed. He had some time off and had a few mini breaks over the last year. We attended the NZTR clinic in Taupo with Donna and Elise July this year. I think he has finally stopped growing and now filling out. He has a great brain and is taking everything in his stride. Looking forward to seeing what the future holds.
Leisa Keightley
Onewhero, North Island
I can’t thank Lisa enough for all her help throughout the process of buying an ottb, she was great to deal with – from setting me up with the right horse through to getting him in my paddock! He is everything Lisa said he was and more. She helped me find my best mate, and I couldn’t be happier!
Brooke Clark
Otago, South Island
I bought Rose in September 2024. I saw Vodka now Rose online and contacted Lisa to come and meet her and have a ride. Rose was just what I was looking for and we have been out hacking, various arenas, pole work classes since. She always tries her best. She’s so quiet on the ground. She’s not spooky. She’s the easiest horse to have around. She’s restoring my confidence after a bad accident a year ago on another horse of mine. The whole family love her ❤️
Hannah Foor
North Canterbury, South Island