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RRTP Selects Trainers for Thoroughbred Makeover
May 24, 2013
Twenty-six professionals, amateurs, and juniors will participate in the Thoroughbred makeover.... Read More
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TOC Commits to Uniform Racehorse Medication Program
May 24, 2013
TOC has committed to implement the Mid-Atlantic Uniform Medication Program beginning in January 2014.... Read More
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New Vocations Seeking Summer Intern
May 23, 2013
The internship allows college students to gain hands-on experience in the Thoroughbred aftercare industry.... Read More
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Probe of Horse Death at Mountaineer Racetrack Continues
May 22, 2013
Officials said May 21 they are still investigating the death of a horse at the Mountaineer receiving barn.... Read More
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Enhanced Security Measures for Belmont Stakes Horses
May 22, 2013
Security measures include the submission and publication of veterinary records for Belmont Stakes horses. ... Read More
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Eventing Gold Medalist King Artus Dies at Competition
May 22, 2013
The 17-year-old Holsteiner gelding collapsed at the end of a cross-country course May 18 in Germany. ... Read More
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New Federal Racehorse Drug Legislation Introduced
May 20, 2013
The new legislation would regulate/prohibit substances, methods, and treatments that can be used in racing. ... Read More
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Oxbow Never Looks Back in Preakness Upset
May 18, 2013
Calumet Farm's Oxbow gunned to the front from the gate to win the $1 million Preakness Stakes May 18. ... Read More
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Still No Uniform Racehorse Medication Rules in Triple Crown
May 17, 2013
While horse racing has made strides toward drug reform and uniform medication rules, inconsistencies remain.... Read More
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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
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Motion, Smithwick, Pino Receive MHIB Touch of Class Awards
May 16, 2013
The awards honor Maryland horses and individuals that demonstrate standards of excellence.... Read More
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RACE Fund Online Auction Begins May 25
May 16, 2013
The RACE Fund is launching spring fund drive auction to help raise funds for racehorse retirement and rescue.... Read More
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Palmer to Serve as AAEP On Call Vet for Preakness Telecasts
May 15, 2013
Scott Palmer, VMD, Dipl. ABVP, will serve as the AAEP On Call veterinarian for the May 18 Preakness Stakes. ... Read More
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Grayson-Jockey Club Research Donors Can Receive Orb Cap
May 11, 2013
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation donors can receive an official Orb baseball cap. ... Read More
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Bill would Limit CHRB Equine Medical Director Term
May 10, 2013
The bill would limit the equine medical director to serving no more than two two-year terms consecutively. ... Read More
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Horse Death Spurs Investigation at Mountaineer Racetrack
May 09, 2013
The West Virginia Racing Commission is investigating the death of a horse in the Mountaineer receiving barn.... Read More
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Clean Test Results for Ky. Derby, Oaks Starters
May 08, 2013
The KHRC says all samples from Derby and Oaks horses were cleared with no irregularities found.... Read More
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Texas A&M Drug Testing Lab to Seek A2LA Accreditation
May 08, 2013
The accreditation is designed to meet Association of Racing Commissioners International guidelines.... Read More
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Thermography Aids in Saddle Fit Evaluations
May 08, 2013
More than 50% of horses in a thermography study showed hot spots under saddles after 15 minutes of exercise.... Read More
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Endoscopic Evaluations in Exercising Thoroughbred Yearlings
May 07, 2013
Vets evaluated the potential application of dynamic endoscopy when examining Thoroughbred yearlings.... Read More
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Orb Delivers Kentucky Derby Glory
May 04, 2013
Orb stormed to the lead in the stretch of a sloppy Churchill Downs strip to win the 2013 Kentucky Derby. ... Read More
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Caring for the Disciplines: Racing
May 04, 2013
It takes careful conditioning and management to keep any racehorse in tip-top shape.... Read More
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Black Onyx Scratched From Kentucky Derby
May 03, 2013
Black Onyx was scratched from the May 4 Kentucky Derby after a chip was found in his left front fetlock.... Read More
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Six Ky. Derby Horses Made Salix-Free Racing Debuts
May 03, 2013
All of this year's Kentucky Derby starters will receive furosemide, designed to prevent EIPH. ... Read More
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Call Issued for Major Changes in Racehorse Drug Policy
May 03, 2013
One attorney discussed how federal intervention could help resolve racehorse medication issues.... Read More
