The Blood-Horse Staff
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Articles by Blood-Horse Staff
Second British Racehorse Trainer Admits to Steroid Use
April 29, 2013
Britain's steroid scandal continued April 29 when a Newmarket trainer admitted to using steroids on horses. Read More
Godolphin Trainer Gets 8-year Suspension
April 25, 2013
Mahmood Al Zarooni was suspended after horses in his care tested positive for anabolic steroids. Read More
Famed Thoroughbred Stallion Storm Cat Dies at Age 30
April 24, 2013
Storm Cat was euthanized April 24 due to complications from infirmities of old age. Read More
NYTHA Establishes Equine Retirement Program
April 16, 2013
The NYTHA has launched a retirement program for Thoroughbreds stabled at New York Racing Association tracks. Read More
Breeders' Cup Juvenile Winner Sustains Pelvic Injury
April 12, 2013
2012 Breeders' Cup Juvenile winner Shanghai Bobby has sustained a pelvic stress fracture. Read More
RCI Approves Uniform Racing Medication Rules
April 03, 2013
RCI approved a schedule that could set the stage for uniform racing medication rules in the United States. Read More
Zenyatta Foals Tapit Colt
April 02, 2013
Zenyatta produced her second foal, a colt by Tapit, on her birthday, April 1. Read More
Positive Zilpaterol Tests Cleared, Feed Contamination Cited
March 27, 2013
The California Horse Racing Board, citing feed contamination, dismissed 48 positive tests for zilpaterol. Read More
Rachel Alexandra Returns to Stonestreet Farm
March 26, 2013
Rachel Alexandra was released from Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital and returned home to Stonestreet Farm today. Read More
CHRB Issues Warning About Purina Sweet Feed
March 25, 2013
The CHRB said it concluded some sweet feed products contain zilpaterol, a prohibited substance for racehorses. Read More
Equine Aftercare Organization Adds Directors
March 19, 2013
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced that four additional individuals will serve as directors. Read More
Penn National Race Course Working for Horse Adoption
March 16, 2013
The track's simulcast feed will run informational slots featuring retired racehorses available for adoption. Read More
Eight States Commit to Uniform Racehorse Drug Rules
March 12, 2013
Regulators in eight states have committed to a uniform racehorse medication and drug testing program. Read More
Rachel Alexandra Still on Road to Recovery
March 12, 2013
Rachel Alexandra continues healing well following a March 7 procedure to drain an abscess. Read More
Thoroughbred Racehorse Fatal Injury Rate Steady in 2012
March 08, 2013
Fatal injuries in North American Thoroughbred races stayed consistent at just under two per 1,000 starts. Read More
Rachel Alexandra Doing Well After Doctors Drain Abscess
March 08, 2013
Rachel Alexandra was "bright and alert" March 7 after an abscess was discovered and drained that morning. Read More
CHRB Confirms Horse at Santa Anita Park had EHV-1
March 07, 2013
A horse euthanized March 5 who was stabled at Santa Anita Park was confirmed positive for EHV-1. Read More
TAA Accepting Accreditation Applications
March 06, 2013
Thoroughbred aftercare organizations can now apply for Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) accreditation. Read More
Regulators Discuss Jockey Club Drug Rules
March 05, 2013
Regulators met via conference call March 4 to discuss new model medication rules set to be adopted by RCI. Read More
Breeders' Cup Will Not Expand Furosemide Ban in 2013
March 04, 2013
As in 2012, Salix use is prohibited in Breeders' Cup races for 2-year-olds but allowed in all other races. Read More
Rachel Alexandra Stable a Week After Surgery
February 20, 2013
Veterinarians are encouraged that her gastrointestinal function and attitude are improving. Read More
RCI Conference to Examine Drug Penalties
February 20, 2013
A tentative agenda includes consideration of new drug penalty structures and more. Read More
Maryland Racing Commission Leading Mid-Atlantic Uniform Drug Reform
February 20, 2013
The Maryland Racing Commission voted for a equine medication, penalty, and testing program for racetracks. Read More
Rachel Alexandra Goes for Short Walk
February 18, 2013
While still in serious condition, she was able to go for a short walk and able to eat a small amount of grass. Read More
Kentucky Horse Farms Can Apply for Disaster Relief
February 18, 2013
Kentucky horse breeding farms are now eligible to apply for federal relief from agriculture-related disasters. Read More
