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Jockey, Backstretch Worker Insurance Bill Introduced
Two congressmen introduced legislation May 4 that would provide injury insurance for jockeys and others who work in horse racing.
Republican U.S. Rep. Ed Whitfield of Kentucky and Democratic U.S. Rep. Bart Stupak of Michigan introduced
Manna Pro: Milk Replacer Recall Not Linked to Melamine Contamination
The recall of a batch of milk replacer commonly used for foals is not related to the widespread pet food recalls, according to a report released by the company.
A batch of Unimilk milk replacer was withdrawn after customers reported that th
BLM Hosting Wild Horse and Burro Adoption in Michigan
The U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management-Eastern States will be hosting a horse and burro adoption event this month in Michigan. More than 60 horses and a few burros will be available.
Animals will be available for viewin
Rough Wildfire Season Predicted in Western States
Forecasters and fire officials are predicting an increased wildfire risk for the western part of the United States due to abundant plant growth expected to dry out by mid-May. The Humane Society of the United States recently urged residents to
Derby-Winning Jockey to Attend State Dinner at White House
Jockey Calvin Borel can add another first to his list after winning the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.
He’s been invited to attend a state dinner at the White House in honor of Queen Elizabeth II.
Borel’s agent, Jerry Hissam, said
Arlington’s New Surface Healing Old Wounds
A year after an unprecedented string of catastrophic injuries left horsemen wondering what was wrong with the dirt track at Arlington Park, they were singing the praises of a new synthetic racing surface.
More than 20 fatal injuries in an
Horse Slaughter to Resume In Illinois
As the result of a federal court ruling, the horse slaughter plant in DeKalb, Ill., will temporarily be able to resume business.
In a 2-1 decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit May 1 granted Cavel
Statement from the Broussard Family, Owners of Le Samurai
It is with tremendous sadness that we announce that Le Samurai has been humanely euthanized. From the outset we have been determined to give this magnificent horse the best veterinary treatment available, but only so long as the continuation of
Barbaro’s Owners Purchase His Derby Saddle
The saddle worn by Barbaro in the 2006 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) sold for $220,000 at the May 4 Mint Jubilee Gala, with proceeds of the sale going to the Permanently Disabled Jockeys’ Fund.
Dwight Manley, national
Judge Prohibits Planting of Genetically Modified Alfalfa
A federal judge on May 3 barred the planting of genetically engineered alfalfa nationwide, ruling that the government didn’t adequately study the biotechnology crop’s potential to mix with organic and conventional varieties.
U.S.
Winner Rags to Riches, Rest of Field Exit Oaks in Good Condition
Rags to Riches came out of her easy 4 1/4-length victory in Friday’s Kentucky Oaks (Grade 1) at Churchill Downs in good order and will soon travel to trainer Todd Pletcher’s base at Belmont Park in New York. She’ll be accompanied on the journey
Horse Deaths Increase at Closing Bay Meadows
Twenty-five horses died while racing or practicing at the Bay Meadows track this spring, nine more than incurred fatal injuries over an 11-month period that state regulators studied previously.
The California Horse Racing Board, which is
All Derby Starters Cleared in EPO Testing
All 20 horses entered in Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) were cleared by the state’s racing authority after pre-race tests for performance-enhancing
Iowa Woman Searches for Horses’ Owner
If you’re missing nine friendly horses, Jane Paulsen hopes you’ll come check out her eastern Iowa farm.
She says the horses showed up at her place south of Solon, Iowa, at dusk on Wednesday.
Paulsen says she and her husband, Lanc
Kentucky Derby Horses Drug Tested
For the first time, all 20 horses in the Kentucky Derby were administered surprise tests for performance-enhancing drugs.
Kentucky Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet spokesman Mark York said the decision to test all the entrants
Barbaro’s Shadow Lingers at the Track
Step aside, Curlin. No matter the names atop the tote board Saturday morning at Churchill Downs, Barbaro is still the favorite at the Kentucky Derby. A year after his stunning 6 1/2-length victory, and nearly four months after he was euthanized,
