
Salix Among RMTC Board Meeting’s Topics
Race day medications, drug testing initiatives, and research committees were discussed at an Oct. 6 meeting.
How to care for the basic health needs of horses

Race day medications, drug testing initiatives, and research committees were discussed at an Oct. 6 meeting.
Two British jockeys received suspensions for excessive use of the whip during races at Salisbury Racecourse.
I rescued a gelding earlier this year, and I have noticed he has some weird tendencies when urinating.
Nineteen horses have now died or been euthanized as the result of an unknown ailment, officials said.
The BLM’s upcoming schedule for gathering wild horses and burros from overpopulated herds was released Oct. 7.

A green-lipped mussel-derived product could be useful for combating some signs of osteoarthritis in horses.

Antigenic drift necessitates periodic vaccine updates to effectively combat new virus strains.

A research team evaluates the effectiveness and safety of strangles vaccines on ponies of different ages.
Seven horses died and five were euthanized, but Australian officals say the cause of death is unknown so far.
Dutrow is expected to find out if he will be allowed to train again after alleged equine drug infractions.
Licensed Ohio veterinarians can now dock the tails of horses to prevent injury to the animals under HB 229.
The Arabian Horse Foundation released summaries of the research projects the organization funded in 2011.
Equine Guelph (University of Guelph) recently introduced their new Equine Biosecurity Risk Calculator.
Banned euthanized after sesamoid repair, and Life At Ten will likely be retired after last place finish.
Eight thoroughbred rescue organizations have joined the ASPCA Million Dollar Rescuing Racers Initiative.

Researchers found that the presence of “nanny” mares reduced the amount of weaning stress foals experienced.
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