MoKee Arabians

04/27/2026

Congratulations to Spin Doctor on being part of the 2026 class inducted to the Horse Stars Hall of Fame! This prestigious honor was launched in 2013 by the EQUUS Foundation and US Equestrian "to celebrate the extraordinary talent of horses and their magical and powerful bond with people." When it comes to Spin Doctor, the Race-bred Arabian has demonstrated his special talents to the highest levels across three distinct careers—racing, dressage, and therapeutic riding—and has brought together a wide range of equestrian enthusiasts.

The striking 2007 chestnut Arabian gelding with a big blaze and four white stockings was bred in Florida by Kathy and Paul Smoke. The Smokes first raced "Spin" for three seasons from 2011 to 2013. His 13-race career was highlighted by six victories, a second-place finish in the Grade 2 Bob Magness Memorial Arabian Derby at Delaware Park, and being among the best Arabian racehorses in the United States in the Grade 1 UAE President Cup held at Pimlico, home of the Preakness, in 2012 and at Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, in 2013.

Then, the Smokes transitioned Spin to dressage. Just two years after his final race, he became the Training Level National Champion for the Arabian breed at the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) Sport Horse Nationals in 2015, where he finished first in a class of 46. Spin combined racing and dressage when he wore his racing silks during a demonstration at BreyerFest at the Kentucky Horse Park in 2018 as part of the theme "Off to the Races."

For his third career, while still owned by the Smokes, Spin has been with Therapeutic Riding, Inc. (TRI) in Ann Arbor, Michigan since 2020. Described as a "true gentleman," he is part of the para-dressage program, adaptive horsemanship classes, and community events.

"I tell riders that horses are like library books," said TRI program director and para-dressage coach Jennifer Beyer. "Every time you check one out, you learn something new. And, the truth is, our horses are far better teachers than I am. Spin Doctor's 'pages' overflow with training and experience that he generously shares with disabled riders. He is my 'go-to' partner to teach lateral work, as he's always keen to show riders just what a shoulder-in or half-pass should feel like."

Beyond his own talents, Spin Doctor is celebrated for bringing out the talents of his riders at TRI.

"There would be no point in training toward those benchmarks if we did not have horses that demanded the same qualities," said TRI executive director Tamera Bollman. "Spin Doctor is that horse. Riding Spin is an achievement for the kids and adults with disabilities that train here, and that makes him a superhero."

Saluting a true Race-bred Arabian Superhero, Spin Doctor!

Check out the full release about the class of 2026 for the Horse Stars Hall of Fame at the link below.
https://www.equusfoundation.org/news/releases/news-release-797.html


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10/08/2021

Great story, awesome horse

If anyone in Louisville saw a guy on a horse going across the Big Four Bridge this week, you weren't imagining things.

07/14/2021

DID YOU KNOW? The Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries is located within the spectacular Kentucky Horse Park, in Lexington, KY. Situated on over 1,200 pristine acres, the Kentucky Horse Park is widely known as the state’s leading tourist attraction, one of Kentucky’s largest working horse farms, and one of the nation’s leading competition facilities, serving nearly one million visitors annually. The great Kentucky Horse Park was chosen as the best location possible for the exciting Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries, a museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the colorful history and culture of the Arabian horse with the world. Plan your visit today

07/02/2021

The majestic entrance to the Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries.

06/05/2021

You've read The Black Stallion... but have you read "The Black Stallion and The Girl?" The series continues to reach children by the millions, and is as timeless as ever. It remains one of the greatest ambassadors for the Arabian horse, so much so that we dedicated an entire interactive exhibit to "The Black." Here is one wall of it. Kentucky Horse Park

05/13/2021

Grade 1 race on Preakness Day at Pimlico.
Goldensands Racing is all set , Post 1, 2 and 9!

05/12/2021

05/07/2021

: The grand opening of the Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries, back in 2010, coincided with the historic exhibit titled, Gift From The Desert. The exhibit, sponsored by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, included many never before seen art and artifacts documenting the history and culture of the Arabian horse from around the world. The exhibits were documented in the book, "A Gift From The Desert," which is available at the Galleries. Books are limited and may be sold out at any time, so be sure to get your copy when you visit the Galleries. The Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries are your ticket to adventure and discovery. Plan your visit today. at the Kentucky Horse Park

05/06/2021

One of the most beautiful saddling paddocks on the east coast

3 weeks from today begins the summer meet at Delaware Park! Live racing runs May 26 – October 16, with an active Arabian racing calendar, as always. Additionally, this year EARA has announced that Amanda Roxborough will be working with Delaware Park officials on behalf of Arabian racing to ensure a great meet for all.

04/21/2021

There is so much to see and do at the Kentucky Horse Park and in Lexington, Ky as well.....a super great vacation spot.

The Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries are dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the breed with the world. The Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries are located within the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. After a very long winter, we all could use a break to get out and enjoy our beautiful horses. The great news is the Summer Season is underway and runs from April through November. It is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission includes a two-day pass. So go, take your family and friends and enjoy a day together celebrating the beauty, history, and culture of the Arabian horse. Visit the Al-Marah Arabian Horse Galleries today!