Model Rule for Racing Medication Penalties Endorsed
The Blood-Horse Staff
August 23, 2013
ROAP board of directors has endorsed the Penalty Guidelines for Multiple Medication Violations.
ROAP board of directors has endorsed the Penalty Guidelines for Multiple Medication Violations.
ROAP board of directors has endorsed the Penalty Guidelines for Multiple Medication Violations.
The 2013’s annual Zweig Memorial Trot kicks off with a series of talks on equine health.
The racing commission approved a cruelty policy that relies heavily on existing practices and state law.
Among the measures is early out-of-competition blood testing for banned substances.
KHRC Medical Director Mary Scollay, DVM, gave an introduction to the Mid-Atlantic Uniform Medication Program.
Jockeys struck a simulator with significantly (approximately 15%) more force with the backhand than forehand.
Panelists said public perception is based on biased representation by press and industry organizations.
The Rescuing Racers Initiative aids in the rescue and rehabilitation of retired racehorses.
The Jockey Club recommended that all U.S. racing jurisdictions pledge to adopt a uniform medication program.
The genetic integrity of North American-bred horses doesn’t seem to have been affected by race-day medication.
The Jockey Club will provide funds to some racing jurisdictions to step up out-of-competition drug testing.
Itsmyluckyday, who suffered a fractured Ilium in June, is recovering well, trainer Eddie Plesa Jr. said.
Results from the 2012 Kentucky Equine Survey show that one in three horses are used for trail riding.
The blood test is designed to alert veterinarians to equine health concerns before clinical signs develop.
The BHA concluded its investigation into “Sungate,” a veterinary product which contains an anabolic steroid.
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