Ron Mitchell
Ron Mitchell is Online Managing Editor for The Blood-Horse magazine.
Articles by Ron Mitchell
Orb Sponsorship to Benefit Charities
May 17, 2013
The sponsorship benefits the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation and Jockey Club Safety Net Foundation. Read More
Ky. Commission Seeks Review of Cobra Venom Ruling
April 10, 2013
The recent ruling overturned a suspension imposed on Rodney Stewart, DVM, for cobra venom possession. Read More
Court Overturns Vet's Suspension in Cobra Venom Case
March 15, 2013
A Kentucky court overturned a suspension handed to Rodney Stewart, DVM, for the possession of cobra venom. Read More
New Mexico Slaughter Facility Bill Rejected
February 05, 2013
The bill that would have authorized a study evaluating the feasibility of a horse processing facility. Read More
New Mexico Panel Approves Horse Processing Study
February 04, 2013
The study will evaluate the feasibility of locating a facility in the state to process horsemeat. Read More
Necropsies Ordered in Aqueduct Racehorse Deaths
January 14, 2013
The order comes following the fourth catastrophic injury at the track since the current meet began on Dec. 12. Read More
Kentucky Equine Receipts Projected to Rise in 2013
December 10, 2012
Economists are forecasting an upturn in equine receipts in 2013 after the industry saw steady sales in 2012. Read More
Fort Larned Wins Thrilling 2012 Breeders' Cup Classic
November 03, 2012
The 4-year-old colt led from gate to wire to take the Classic on jockey Brian Hernandez Jr.'s birthday. Read More
Oaklawn Park Pre-Race Veterinary Exams Could Be Enhanced
August 29, 2012
All horses racing at Oaklawn Park in 2013 will likely will undergo a pre-race examination. Read More
Kentucky Attempting to Reduce Racehorse Fatalities
August 16, 2012
The changes came about after eight racing fatalities occurred during the month of May at Churchill Downs. Read More
Ky. Derby, Oaks Samples Tested for Dermorphin
June 28, 2012
The natural opiate has been detected in more than 30 racehorses in recent weeks. Read More
Equine Chiropractor Asset to Kentucky Derby Winner's Team
May 19, 2012
Larry Jones has been a looming presence on the backside of Pimlico Race Course during Preakness week. Read More
Proposed Kentucky Race Day Salix Ban Fails
April 17, 2012
The KHRC voted 7-7 not to approve a recommendation that would have phased out the medication over three years. Read More
Horse's Shoe Caused Fatal Hyperbaric Tank Explosion
February 17, 2012
Sparks caused by a kicking horse's steel shoes prompted a fatal hyperbaric oxygen chamber explosion. Read More
Veitch Suspension Connected to Life At Ten Incident Upheld
February 16, 2012
The Life At Ten incident ultimately led to the implementation of new veterinary practices in racing. Read More
Rachel Alexandra to be Released from Hospital Jan. 30 or 31
January 30, 2012
Rachel Alexandra was admitted Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital as a precautionary measure after her colt's birth. Read More
Kentucky Panel Approves New Racing Medication Rules
January 19, 2012
The Equine Drug Research Council gave approval to changes in disciplinary measures for medication violations. Read More
Retirement Home Sought for Thoroughbred Rapid Redux
December 29, 2011
The horse tied the record for most wins in a year and broke the U.S. record for consecutive wins. Read More
KHRC Chief Steward Dismissed In Midst of Investigation
November 29, 2011
Veitch was the subject of an investigation into Life At Ten's running in the 2010 Breeders' Ladies' Classic. Read More
Breeders' Cup 2010: Delay to File Life At Ten Report Sought
November 15, 2011
The hearing officer in the investigation requested a 30-day extension to complete his report to the KHRC. Read More
Breeders' Cup: Tab in Life At Ten Case Exceeds $100,000
August 29, 2011
A probe into Life At Ten's Breeders' Cup Ladies' Classic performance has cost more than $100,000 to date. Read More
Ruling Could Affect Equine Drug Testing Regulations
August 27, 2011
A New York Supreme Court ruling regarding that state's out-of-competition drug testing has other implications. Read More
Adjunct Bleeder Medication Ban Advanced in Kentucky
August 23, 2011
A KHRC advisory panel approved a recommendation to prohibit the race day use of adjunct bleeder medications. Read More
KHRC Drug Testing Changes Showing Benefits
August 03, 2011
The KHRC's new laboratory choice and decision to revamp testing protocol are yielding positive results. Read More
