Tizmas
Tizmas arrived at Merrymac Farm Sanctuary in October 2024. Tizmas is a Thoroughbred gelding born on April 14, 2009 in Kentucky. He spent the first part of his life racing and was retired in 2018. (Click here for more of Tizmas's racing story.) Tizmas was retrained as a Hunter/Jumper until an unfortunate accident derailed his progress and he faced a series of hardships.
When Tizmas arrived at Merrymac Farm Sanctuary, his condition was heartbreaking. He came to us with a body score of just 2, underweight and malnourished, and struggling with severe health issues. Tizmas was battling a coffin bone infection, laminitis flare-up and was also being treated for ulcers, EPM (Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis), and West Nile Virus.
Despite his health struggles, Tizmas’s sweet nature has never wavered. His gentle and kind spirit remains strong and our dedicated team is committed to helping him regain his health and comfort. He requires ongoing vet care, a special diet, and careful monitoring. We are hopeful that with time and the right support, he will be able to enjoy a comfortable life at the sanctuary. We will continue to share his journey as he works towards a life filled with happiness and healing.
Tizmas Early Life
Tizmas was born on April 14, 2009 in Kentucky at Lochlow Farm, (Sire: Tiznow & Dam: Christmas Jones). Tizmas began racing in 2011 and continued through 2018 with 62 career starts, 11 firsts, 10 seconds, and 7 thirds. Tizmas race history includes Belmont Park, Aqueduct, Saratoga, Monmouth Park, Penn National, and Finger Lakes. His career earnings totaled $293,474.
Tizmas was retrained as a Hunter/Jumper until an unfortunate accident derailed his progress. He faced a series of hardships which resulted in a long list of medical needs, and his health declined. MMFS was contacted by a local stable, who requested our help.
Life of a Racehorse
Tizmas - 2015 More to Tell Stakes