AAEP Statement About Racehorse Doping Scandal
Edited Press Release
March 12, 2020
The 27 people indicted on federal charges include five veterinarians who are American Association of Equine Practitioners members.
The 27 people indicted on federal charges include five veterinarians who are American Association of Equine Practitioners members.
Those charged include Jason Servis, who trained Maximum Security, the 2019 Kentucky Derby first-place finisher disqualified for interference.
Performing “tie-back” surgery earlier than standard practice led to improved outcomes for racing Thoroughbreds.
After an investigation, the Los Angeles County district attorney found no evidence of wrongdoing by Santa Anita Park operators in connection with a series of racehorse deaths there.
Officials strike a preemptive blow to limit potential disease introduction by horses possibly exposed in Remington Park’s equine herpesvirus-1 outbreak.
The Thoroughbred registry is calling for all U.S. racetracks to join the group.
The organization has engaged Dr. Larry Bramlage to conduct an independent evaluation of the horse’s hind limb fracture, which resulted in euthanasia after the Classic race.
The 4-year-old drove past 5-2 favorite McKinzie to win, going away by 4 1/4 lengths.
The 6-year-old Argentinean-bred bested heavy favorite Midnight Bisou.
And what difference would it make to the horse if he wins or loses? An equine behaviorist weighs in.
Equine researchers recently found that calcium levels return to baseline within five days, suggesting that weekly furosemide administration in racehorses doesn’t lead to long-term calcium losses that might contribute to skeletal injuries.
International Society for Equitation Science conference attendees learned about practical applications of scientific studies and discovered new theories about horse welfare and behavior.
The choice of track surfaces during racehorse training could affect the chances of horses getting seriously injured on race day.
We asked Prof. Tim Parkin about the data the Equine Injury Database collects on catastrophic racing injuries and how the industry could make it even stronger and more useful.
Researchers worldwide are examining ways to prevent injuries in racehorses; their findings could help prevent issues in sport horses, as well.
Del Mar’s new safety initiatives include extensive reviews of horses entered to race, stricter medication rules, additional out-of-competition drug testing, and more.
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