Foreman: Drug Uniformity Won’t Be Sidetracked
Tom LaMarra
September 27, 2013
A uniform medication rule proponent says the USTA’s move to drop out of the RMTC won’t derail the effort.
Discussions about the welfare of our equine friends
A uniform medication rule proponent says the USTA’s move to drop out of the RMTC won’t derail the effort.
The United States Trotting Association (USTA), citing breed differences, ended its membership in the RMTC.
The rules set uniform thresholds for 24 controlled therapeutic medications.
New Vocations received a $15,000 grant from the ASPCA to aid in rehabilitating Thoroughbreds off the track.
Horse owners can aid affected horsemen and women by donating to the USEF Equine Disaster Relief Fund.
Officials say there’s no explanation for the spike in fatalities during the recently concluded race meet.
Two connected to horse transport company Three Angels Farms were indicted earlier this month.
The recommendation would mean the anabolic steroids would not be permitted in a horse’s system on race day.
Horses competing in the race will be subject to early out-of-competition blood testing for banned substances.
The award recognizes his commitment to mentoring and supporting vets working in the Scottish Highlands.
The Nevada Department of Agriculture is investigating two horse deaths in northern Nevada.
Officials adopted uniform medication and drug-testing rules as part of a push in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Officials announced the total ban on anabolic steroid use, both in and out of competition, on Sept 16.
The group aims to help participants adhere to Clean Sport’ standards and code of conduct for horse welfare.
Officials urge citizens to keep an eye out and use caution around all feral and estray horses.
The Operation Gelding program provides funds and materials to assist with castration clinics.
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