Lecture on Advances in Equine Airway Surgery Scheduled
Edited Press Release
October 1, 2012
Eric J. Parente, DVM, Dipl. ACVS will discuss advancements in equine airway diagnostics and treatments.
Eric J. Parente, DVM, Dipl. ACVS will discuss advancements in equine airway diagnostics and treatments.
A spate of fatal breakdowns was primarily the result of structural deficiencies in rules and regulations.
Trainers managing Salix-free horses noted that none of them have shown signs of bleeding after races so far.
Chalmers’ goal is to provide owners with a reliable and inexpensive way to screen horses for roaring.
A meeting served as a information-gathering session in light of ongoing discussion about furosemide use.
While the drug initially reduced airway sensitivity, long-term use seems to result in reduced effectiveness.
Gov. Steve Beshear implemented regulations reforming some aspects of the state’s equine medication policy.
Race-day medication discussions are taking place in both Kentucky and West Virginia.
Furosemide will be the only medication permitted on race day in Kentucky effective Sept. 4.
Numerous factors go into selecting the appropriate surgical procedure to treat equine roaring.
In order for a horse to reach his athletic potential, his cardiorespiratory system must function properly.
The Jockey Club has added a provision governing regulatory administration of furosemide on race day.
Horse age appears to be a significant factor in the prevalence of equine rhinitis virus A and B.
Race-day Salix will not be allowed in listed stakes races for 2-year-old Thoroughbreds.
The commission plans to hold a fact-finding meeting on use of race-day furosemide day, officials said Aug. 4.
The organization is waiting on UC Davis study results before ruling on a possible ban of clenbuterol.
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