British Tracks Testing Padded Hurdle for Jump Races
Edited Press Release
September 18, 2016
The fall rate since the trials began has reduced to 1.59%, a reduction of 0.5% compared to the 10-year average.
The fall rate since the trials began has reduced to 1.59%, a reduction of 0.5% compared to the 10-year average.
Researchers believe they’re honing in on why these horses are more likely to finish races than those in other countries.
The NYDTL is the eighth laboratory to become accredited by the RMTC since 2013.
Only enlarged proximal sesamoid bones were identified as being a risk for delaying a 2-year-old’s first start.
The degree of hypertension some study horses developed could possibly result in serious complications, scientists found.
The roundtables will take place Oct. 27-28 at the Kentucky Horse Park during the Thoroughbred Makeover.
Funds from race sponsorships will support Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation equine research.
Cui’s research focused on understanding more about the pricing of Thoroughbreds at public sales.
Researchers hope to reduce the risk of racehorse fatalities on the track.
The public meeting is part of the commission’s efforts to drive attention and resources to racehorse retirement.
Up to 68% of Thoroughbred racehorses have evidence of EIPH post-exercise.
Drs. Norm Ducharme, Sue Dyson, and Susan Stover will be inducted into the UK Equine Research Hall of Fame in October.
Researchers will be studying the use of biomarkers drug testing.
Several horses had allegedly received clenbuterol, and groom Marian Vega was found to be in possession of the drug.
The Ocala Initiative is a $200,000 undertaking designed to advance equine research in Florida.
Pennsylvania is the 10th state to fully adopt the National Uniform Medication Program.
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