Recent News for Horse Industry Controversies
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AAEP 2002: Racing Forum
December 11, 2002
Medications issues aren't only centered on the work to create a uniform medication policy for racehorses, but on “renegade” drug manufacturers—who produce products that are not legal and contain little, none, or too much of various... Read More
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National HBPA to Issue Revised Medication Proposal
December 11, 2002
The National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association is prepared to release a revised proposal for a national policy on drug testing and therapeutic medication. The document deals with Class 1, 2, 3, and 4 medications, as well as... Read More
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Diagnosing Problems Using Equine Hair
December 01, 2002
A horse's hair can be used as a diagnostic tool in assessing nutritional status, environmental poisoning, and drug use and abuse, according to Mark Dunnett, BVSc, of the UK's Royal Veterinary College. Dunnett presented this topic at the Kentucky... Read More
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Kentucky Drug Council Discusses EPO Options
October 25, 2002
The Kentucky Equine Drug Research Council met Thursday at Keeneland to discuss options to identify and enforce the prohibited use of erythropoietin (EPO). The drug, commonly called EPO and marketed under the name Epogen, is suspected to be in us... Read More
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California Joins Growing List of States to Ban EPO
August 22, 2002
Erythropoietin, a human medication designed to increase the concentration of red blood cells that is rumored to be in use on racehorses, has been added to the list of prohibited veterinary substances on racing premises by the California Horse... Read More
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Poppies Causing Positive Drug Tests Down Under
July 31, 2002
According to an Associated Press story, poppies grown on the Australian island state of Tasmania for the pharmaceutical industry are causing controversy by producing positive opium tests in racehorses. Six horses have been disqualified in the... Read More
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Horse Sense Used in Making Animated Film
May 14, 2002
Most horse owners cringe whenthey see non-horse people trying to present equines to the public based on what they think they know. At DreamWorks, which is releasing the animated film Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron on May 24, animators an... Read More
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Next Racehorce Medication Meeting Set for May 1
April 19, 2002
Racing leaders who convened last December in Tucson for the industry’s first-ever Racehorse Medication Summit will hold a second meeting on Wed., May 1 at the Executive Inn in Louisville, Ky. Discussion will focus on the implementation... Read More
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Medication, Regulatory Matters on Front Burner
April 19, 2002
While the Thoroughbred industry makes an aggressive push toward unification on the issue of drug testing and medication, two organizations involved in the regulation of racing--the Association of Racing Commissioners... Read More
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Throwaway Horses (Banning Slaughter)
April 01, 2002
Habitat for Horses is an equine rescue and sanctuary located near Houston, Texas. We are involved in helping law enforcement handle abuse cases and rehabilitating abused, neglected horses. Over 200 horses have passed through the gates of Habitat... Read More
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Save Horses From Humans
April 01, 2002
I want to believe...Maybe that's my problem. I want to believe that all horse owners take the best possible care of their horses, or at the very least feed, water, and care for them with proper farriery and veterinary attention. Unfortunately,... Read More
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Bill to Ban Horse Slaughter
April 01, 2002
A bill to ban the slaughter of horses in the United States and to prohibit the transportation of horses from the United States to other countries for slaughter has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives as House Resolution (HR)... Read More
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Therapeutic Medications in the Spotlight Once Again
March 15, 2002
As the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) Racing Integrity and Drug Testing Task Force prepared to release the results of round two of its super-testing program (an initiative to identify drugs that may be used and to streamline the... Read More
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Indiana Slaughter Transport
March 13, 2002
Legislation affecting horses intended for slaughter is not only a hot topic in federal legislation (see information on the proposed bill to ban slaughter at <A... Read More
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Racetrack Vets Could Form Own Organization
March 12, 2002
As the National Thoroughbred Racing Association Racing Integrity and Drug Testing Task Force prepared for its March 12 meeting, some racetrack veterinarians moved closer to forming their own organization. Representatives from The Race... Read More
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Competition Medication
March 01, 2002
I don't know of any horse owner who doesn't give medication to his or her horse. However, for those who compete with a horse, the medication issue has been front and center for the last few years, and it's a hot topic again. There is legal... Read More
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Banning Equine Slaughter in the United States
February 20, 2002
On Feb. 14, Rep. Connie Morella of Maryland sponsored HR 3781, a bill that would make it illegal to slaughter horses for human consumption in the United States and prohibit horses from being transported to another country for slaughter. It also... Read More
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Bill Calls For Ban on Use of Horses for Consumption
February 19, 2002
A bill that would ban trade of horsemeat and live horses for human consumption has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Connie Morella of Maryland said in a prepared statement: "Americans do not eat horses. We... Read More
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Barretts Plans To Limit Clenbuterol Use at Juvenile Auctions
January 29, 2002
All the details have not been finalized, but Barretts Equine Limited plans to prevent consignors from treating their juvenile sale horses with clenbuterol within 72 hours of presale under tack shows. The California auction company also plans to... Read More
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Medication Summit Report Makes 21 Recommendations
January 09, 2002
Uniformity among testing procedures and the development of a broad-based funding mechanism to support expanded testing programs and research were among 21 recommendations made by Racehorse Medication Summit report released Jan. 4. The... Read More
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Text of Racehorse Medication Summit Report
January 09, 2002
From the American Association of Equine Practitioners Note: The Summit report follows in its entirety. Jim Gallagher and Dr. Wayne McIlwraith are serving as the spokespersons for this effort. Mr. Gallagher can be reached at... Read More
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Slaughter Transport Rule to be Published
January 01, 2002
The equine industry should receive a final rule from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in the near future on regulations pertaining to the commercial transportation of horses to slaughter facilities. At press time, the rule had... Read More
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Wild Horse and Burro Management
January 01, 2002
"Be it enacted by the Senate and Horse of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, The Congress finds and declares that wild free-roaming horses and burros are living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of... Read More
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Transport to Slaughter: Final Rule Passed
December 12, 2001
The final rule establishes minimum standards to ensure that horses are transported humanely when being transported to slaughter facilities. The final rule covers food, water, and rest, among other things. Under the rule, the shipper or owner of the ... Read More
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Summit Comes Down to Time and Money
December 05, 2001
In the aftermath of Tuesday's Racehorse Medication Summit, it was all about time and money. Participants said they wouldn't have much more to say until the official minutes of the meeting are released, and... Read More
