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Blood Collection Tube Size and CO2 Concentration (AAEP 2012)
March 23, 2013
Researchers evaluated how blood collection tube size impacts total plasma carbon dioxide (CO2) concentrations.... Read More
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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
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Trainer of Ky. Derby Hopeful Suspended for Drug Violations
March 14, 2013
Rudy Rodriguez was suspended and fined after flunixin was found in his horses at two races last year.... Read More
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Owners Consider Suit Against Breeders' Cup on Salix
March 14, 2013
Prominent owners threatened legal action if Breeders' Cup prohibits race-day Salix at its world championships.... Read More
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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
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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
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Lecture on Equine Drug Research, Testing Scheduled
March 06, 2013
The lecture will illustrate advances in drug surveillance capabilities and discuss existing challenges.... Read More
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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
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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
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RMTC Calls Nikethamide 'Very Dangerous Drug' for Horses
March 04, 2013
It's the first in more than a decade, but a recent positive nikethamide test has racing regulators' attention.... Read More
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CANTER Transitions 1,000+ Ex-Racehorses in 2012
March 03, 2013
CANTER is celebrating a milestone year for transitioning ex-racehorses into second careers.... Read More
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Laboratory Advances Improve Equine Doping Testing
February 27, 2013
Metabolomics and transcriptomics can provide a sort of "history" of drugs that have been in a horse's body.... Read More
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W.Va. Issues Support for Uniform Racehorse Medication Plan
February 26, 2013
The resolution furthers an effort to implement uniform racehorse medication, penalty, and testing rules.... Read More
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Dressage Rider Facing Possible Sanctions for Prohibited Substances
February 26, 2013
Isabell Werth is also contending with public fire over schooling a horse in hyperflexion.... Read More
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National HBPA to Breeders' Cup: Keep Salix
February 25, 2013
The organization voted to endorse the use of race-day furosemide during this year's Breeders' Cup races.... Read More
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Study Examines Off-The-Track Thoroughbred Adoption Issues
February 22, 2013
Researchers found that reasons for returning an adopted horse are highly variable and unpredictable.... Read More
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MRI to Identify Bone Changes in Racehorses (AAEP 2012)
February 21, 2013
MRI could detect bone changes indicating a horse is at risk for catastrophic fractures before accidents occur.... Read More
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RCI Conference to Examine Drug Penalties
February 20, 2013
A tentative agenda includes consideration of new drug penalty structures and more. ... Read More
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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
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Rachel Alexandra Shows Some Progress
February 15, 2013
Rachel Alexandra's condition remains serious but has shown some signs of progress... Read More
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NYRA Begins Search for Equine Medical Director
February 14, 2013
A search committee has been formed to find an equine veterinary medical director for the NYRA.... Read More
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NYRA Establishes Equine Safety Review Board
February 12, 2013
The board will review and assess fatal equine racing and training injuries at NYRA's three racetracks.... Read More
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Study: Condition the Genes and the Horse for Competition
February 11, 2013
Researchers suggest horse genes need to prepare for high performance-associated stress.... Read More
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Pennsylvania Standardbred Racehorse Deaths Probed
February 11, 2013
Authorities are investigating two unrelated incidents occurring 15 minutes apart at The Meadows Racetrack.... Read More
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HRTV Filmmaking Contest Returns at Santa Anita
February 10, 2013
Nearly $30,000 in prize money offered for Santa Anita-based film projects.... Read More
