Racehorse Trainer Panel Discusses Controversial Medications
Esther Marr
October 17, 2012
Furosemide, clenbuterol, and owner education were among the topics discussed during the Welfare Summit.
Furosemide, clenbuterol, and owner education were among the topics discussed during the Welfare Summit.
At least one horse has died and at least one more has contracted the disease.
The study determined that the state’s equine industry has a $4.2 billion effect on the state’s economy.
Pre-race inspections also communicate a message to horsemen that equine safety is a priority, one vet says.
Zayat, commenting Oct. 12, said the intent is to eventually return Paynter to training.
The quarantine is a precaution as officials await test results on two horses showing respiratory illness.
Researchers found an intravaginal progesterone-releasing device effective in inducing early estrus in mares.
Officials imposed the first round of rules intended to make it safer for racehorses on Oct. 11.
Officials will implement new rules recommended by a task force report to improve equine safety.
The Jockey Club’s increased fees will support the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
Chairman Louis Romanet applauded The Jockey Club’s efforts to prohibit race-day medication in U.S. racing.
The full brother to 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro has been retired because of a tendon injury.
The TCA approved a grant of $11,323 for the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center.
A Kentucky state veterinarian accidentally administered furosemide to a racehorse at Keeneland on Oct. 5.
Steve Haskin shares his thoughts on racehorse Paynter’s multiple medical battles and his recovery.
A horse stabled at the same racing center as the 4-year-old filly recently tested positive EIA.
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