Churchill Downs Releases Derby, Oaks Security Protocols
Edited Press Release
May 2, 2016
The enhanced equine security measures are part of the track’s ongoing safety and integrity program.
The enhanced equine security measures are part of the track’s ongoing safety and integrity program.
The New Mexico Racing Commission will enhance its out-of-competition drug testing program effective immediately.
Cobalt administration in high doses can cause detrimental effects on a number of equine body systems.
Keeneland is implementing enhanced security measures for horses participating in this Kentucky Derby prep race.
Keeneland, Fasig-Tipton, and OBS amended their policies regarding steroids in weanlings, yearlings, and 2-year-olds.
The thresholds and penalties will take effect April 15, the day cobalt testing begins at all Ohio racetracks.
Horses in the 2016 Wood Memorial will be subject to out-of-competition testing, publicized veterinary records, and more.
Texas A&M’s Drug Testing Laboratory is the seventh to receive full RMTC accreditation.
Racetracks in California, Florida, Kentucky, New York, and Ontario have participated since the program began in 2014.
The legislation would aid in creating uniform standards in drug testing and enforcement for Thoroughbred racing.
The decisions are on cases involving Dr. Hallvard Sommerseth, Abdul Aziz Sheikh, and Ali Mohammed Al Muhairi.
The board also voted in support of an expanded and more comprehensive out-of-competition drug testing rule.
Participants learned how to detect, identify, and analyze anabolic steroids and other substances using hair samples.
Stewards suspended Marissa Tyler after tests revealed that Standardbreds in her barn had excessive cobalt levels.
The meeting, taking place at the USEF’s annual convention, will focus on drug and medication accountability.
Equine Veterinarians Australia says the misuse of cobalt in horses is a serious welfare issue.
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