Pegasus World Cup Connections Pledge to Support Aftercare
Edited Press Release
January 27, 2017
Connections of two contenders have pledged to support New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program.
Connections of two contenders have pledged to support New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program.
The alliance is designed to establish standards and practices to promote safety and integrity in horse racing.
As of Feb. 1 owners and trainers seeking to race horses in New York must view the video for licensure.
Two horses from one barn at Turfway and one horse at Keeneland have tested positive for EHV-1.
A Thoroughbred filly is isolated at a private farm while one barn at the Kentucky track is currently quarantined.
The FEI Tribunal has suspended an Indian veterinarian in connection with a 2012 case involving an endurance horse.
The EDCC says at least 38 horses tested positive for non-neurologic EHV-1 and two tested positive for neurologic EHV-1.
David Sykes, BVSc, MRCVS, will take over the newly created role of director of equine health and welfare in March.
Trainer Leandra Cooper will spearhead the training and adoption operations at October Hill Farm, in Fort Edward.
Researchers found that MRI images of bone thickness could provide critical information about fracture risk.
The RMTC urged racing authorities to adopt the rules approved by the Association of Racing Commissioners International.
Popular slideshows included those on skin conditions, horse properties, pasture weeds, the Rio Olympics, and more.
Scientists in Hong Kong validated a “dilute-and-shoot” test that can check for more than 40 difficult-to-detect drugs.
The adjustment means minor infractions aren’t treated on par with serious violations in determining extra penalties.
Thoroughbred trainers must obtain annual continuing education in equine health, welfare, and safety, among other topics.
The board voted to create a regulatory compliance program, setting minimum integrity standards based on the Model Rules.
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