Call Issued for Major Changes in Racehorse Drug Policy
Tom LaMarra
May 3, 2013
One attorney discussed how federal intervention could help resolve racehorse medication issues.
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One attorney discussed how federal intervention could help resolve racehorse medication issues.
Dr. Larry Bramlage, AAEP On Call veterinarian, describes his role of relaying information from treating vets to the media.
Dr. Larry Bramlage, AAEP On Call veterinarian, shares his thoughts on recent and upcoming topics in racehorse medications.
Larry Bramlage, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS, fell from the back of a golf cart and hit his head on May 2.
Dr. Larry Bramlage describes the evolution of the AAEP On Call Program for large horse races such as the Kentucky Derby.
Members of Congress are preparing to introduce legislation that would regulate medication use in racehorses.
The BHA called trainer Mahmood Al Zarooni’s anabolic steroid use a “deliberate flouting” of racing rules.
Learn about the potential benefits of soaking your horse’s hay, methods for soaking, and what to do with the remaining liquid (hint: don’t use it to water plants) in this information packed fact sheet.
Britain’s steroid scandal continued April 29 when a Newmarket trainer admitted to using steroids on horses.
One official urged racing authorities to consider banning the use of anabolic steroids for horses in training.
Researchers evaluated Robert Jones bandage application methods to determine the best way to limit limb motion.
Duncan Peters, DVM, MS, describes three-day event horse diets, both before and during the competition.
High-caliber event horses require some rest and relaxation after transport and completing the strenuous cross-country phase, says Kent Allen, DVM, head treating vet at the Rolex Three-Day Event.
Duncan Peters, DVM, MS, describes the care three-day event horses receive in the hours after their strenuous cross-country run, from icing to massage.
Kent Allen, DVM, head treating vet at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, describes addressing dehydration in event horses and preventing it in your own.
Mahmood Al Zarooni was suspended after horses in his care tested positive for anabolic steroids.
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