No Dermorphin Found in Ky. Derby, Oaks Horses’ Samples
The Blood-Horse Staff
July 11, 2012
The pain-killer more powerful than morphine was not found in any Derby or Oaks samples tested.
How to care for the basic health needs of horses
The pain-killer more powerful than morphine was not found in any Derby or Oaks samples tested.
A study confirms omeprazole can prevent gastric ulcer formation in young racehorses.
A U.S. Senate committee has released its witness list for a July 12 hearing on medication use in horse racing.
CSU veterinarians say an inexpensive, widely available vaccine can help protect horses from rabies.
The animal received veterinary treatment, but was later euthanized due to severe anaphylactic shock.
One veterinarian shares his thoughts on the past, present, and future of stem cells in equine medicine.
The hearing, “Medication and Performance Enhancing Drugs in Horse Racing,” will be held July 12.
Muscular causes of poor performance, such as tying up and back pain, are relatively common in equine athletes.
Brand-name, generic, and compounded, and nutritional supplements are all terms owners should understand.
A horse in Palm Beach County, Fla., and a horse in Lanier County, Ga., have both tested EEE-positive.
Thoroughbred horsemen in Indiana learned about corticosteroid use in equine joint injections.
The firm was connected to two serious traffic incidents that collectively claimed the lives of four horses.
Researchers found that recovery periods during conditioning could improve horse training efficacy.
Supporters ripped their opponents and vowed to take their case–that Salix is good for the racehorse–public.
Also on the website are news, videos, scientific studies, and commentary in support of medication-free racing.
A complete feed at recommended levels can provide calories for horses who don’t get enough from forage alone.
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