Feds Seeking Racehorse Drug Regulation
Tom LaMarra
May 1, 2013
Members of Congress are preparing to introduce legislation that would regulate medication use in racehorses.
Members of Congress are preparing to introduce legislation that would regulate medication use in racehorses.
Examine your horse’s vital signs, body, and behavior on a regular basis to be a better horse owner.
The BHA called trainer Mahmood Al Zarooni’s anabolic steroid use a “deliberate flouting” of racing rules.
Britain’s steroid scandal continued April 29 when a Newmarket trainer admitted to using steroids on horses.
One official urged racing authorities to consider banning the use of anabolic steroids for horses in training.
Animal health officials are urging horse owners to vaccinate their animals for both EEE and WNV.
Researchers found a flu inhibitor that could help horses with influenza recover more quickly.
Remember to employ good biosecurity practices to help prevent infectious disease spread.
The grant will allow Nielsen to study the interaction between anthelmintic treatment and vaccines.
Routine fecal egg counts can help determine if certain dewormers are effective on specific farms.
Vets who make farm calls to treat horses currently risk prosecution under the Controlled Substances Act.
An official set of guidelines for parasite control in horses is now available on the AAEP website.
Godolphin trainer Mahmood Al Zarooni has admitted to administering anabolic steroids to 11 horses.
Owners are urged to ensure their horses’ vaccination status is current for maximum protection against WNV.
EU officials tested beef products for the presence of horsemeat and horse carcasses for the presence of Bute.
Animal health officials are urging horse owners talk with vets about vaccinating against WNV, EEE, and rabies.
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