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Specialized Lameness Evaluation for the Jumping Horse

Horses performing different jobs require specialized examinations for lameness, according to Philippe Benoit, DVM, French jumping team veterinarian from 1991 to 2000. Benoit presented his method for examining jumping horses at the 2006 American

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Jockey Suspended for Overuse of Whip

Jockey Frankie Dettori was suspended Thursday for 14 days for overuse of his whip while guiding Ramonti to victory in last month’s Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot.


A disciplinary panel was told that Dettori struck his mount 25 times

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FEI Licenses Atari for Horse-Themed Video Games

Atari announced the support of the F?d?ration Equestre Internationale (FEI, the international body governing equestrian sport) for its intention to create horse-themed video games. Atari says it will bring high-quality equestrian sport and

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Seabiscuit Statue Returned Home After 55 Years

Descendants of the owner, trainer, and jockey of Seabiscuit paid tribute to the legendary American racehorse June 23 as a life-sized bronze sculpture of the horse was unveiled and formally dedicated at Ridgewood Ranch in Willits, Calif.

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New FEI Eventing Safety Group Holds First Meeting

The F?d?ration Equestre Internationale’s new safety subcommittee held its first meeting on June 18 in London.

International rider and course designer David O’Connor chairs the group. Committee members include: Chris Bartle, international

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Stewards Fine, Suspend Jockey for Kicking Horse

Philadelphia Park Casino & Racetrack stewards handed jockey Victor Molina a $1,000 fine and 30-day suspension June 25 for his actions prior to the third race at the Bensalem, Pa., facility June 18.
Molina, a 27-year veteran, was scheduled

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Managing an Equine Medical Emergency

Quality care and rapid response time can mean the difference between life and death for a sick or injured horse.

Although each patient is unique, advanced planning for critical situations can tip the odds in favor of a successful outcome.

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