Strangles Confirmed at New York Harness Racetrack

Live racing has been canceled due to a strangles outbreak on the backside at Saratoga Casino and Raceway.
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An outbreak of the equine respiratory disease strangles has been reported in the stabling area of a Saratoga Springs, N.Y., harness racing track, and live racing at the track has been canceled until at least mid-April.

According to a statement released March 22 by officials at the Saratoga Casino and Raceway, the track canceled live racing beginning last Thursday "due to cases of strangles that have been found in the backstretch.

"Saratoga Casino and Raceway is taking all the necessary preventative measures to ensure the infection does not spread to other horses," the statement read.

"We have been in contact with the New York State Racing and Wagering Board regarding the issue," John Matarazzo, director of racing operations at the casino, said in the statement. "The Racing and Wagering Board has consulted with its Equine Drug Lab and is actively monitoring the situation

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Erica Larson, former news editor for The Horse, holds a degree in journalism with an external specialty in equine science from Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and has dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddle seat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in eventing with her OTTB, Dorado.

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