Recent News for Horse Industry Controversies
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Commentary: Following Up on the Salix-Free Racing Pledge
September 20, 2012
Trainers managing Salix-free horses noted that none of them have shown signs of bleeding after races so far.... Read More
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W.Va. Horse Racing Officials Begin Examining Salix
September 18, 2012
A meeting served as a information-gathering session in light of ongoing discussion about furosemide use.... Read More
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N.J. Horse Owners Urge Passage of Anti-Horse Slaughter Bill
September 15, 2012
Several horse owners and advocates submitted a letter to Gov. Christie urging him to sign the bill into law.... Read More
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Arlington Park 'Super Testing' Leads to Positives
September 11, 2012
Twenty-six prednisone positives were identified during "super testing" earlier this year.... Read More
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BLM Seeks Comment on Proposed Non-Helicopter Horse Gather
September 10, 2012
The BLM seeks comment on a proposed non-helicopter gather and removal of wild horses at three Nevada HMAs.... Read More
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Long-term Clenbuterol Use in Horses Studied
September 05, 2012
While the drug initially reduced airway sensitivity, long-term use seems to result in reduced effectiveness.... Read More
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BLM Extends Deadline for Wild Horse Ecosanctuary Proposals
September 02, 2012
The BLM is extending its deadline for private land wild horse ecosanctuary proposals from Aug. 29 to Sept. 19.... Read More
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CHRB Panel Recommends Equine Medication Rule Changes
September 01, 2012
The organization endorsed a proposal to have Salix administered by certain veterinarians only.... Read More
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Governor Implements New Ky. Race-Day Drug Regulations
August 31, 2012
Gov. Steve Beshear implemented regulations reforming some aspects of the state's equine medication policy.... Read More
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Race-Day Medication Rules Discussed in Ky., W.Va
August 30, 2012
Race-day medication discussions are taking place in both Kentucky and West Virginia.... Read More
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Committee Says New Ky. Race-Day Drug Rules 'Deficient'
August 28, 2012
The rules are scheduled to take effect Sept. 4, just before the start of Turfway Park's meet.... Read More
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Kentucky Race-Day Drug Rules Will Change Sept. 4
August 23, 2012
Furosemide will be the only medication permitted on race day in Kentucky effective Sept. 4.... Read More
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AQHA Teams with Jockey Club to Address Medications in Racing
August 22, 2012
The AQHA announced Aug. 12 its endorsement of The Jockey Club's proposed Reformed Racing Medication Rules.... Read More
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Study Evaluates Harsh Winter's Effect on Przewalski Horses
August 19, 2012
A severe winter cause the reintroduced wild Przewalski's horse population crashed dramatically.... Read More
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BLM Begins Analyzing Proposed Nevada Wild Horse Ecosanctuary
August 17, 2012
The BLM will analyze the potential impacts of the proposed northeast Nevada wild horse ecosanctuary.... Read More
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All Test Samples from Olympic Equestrian Events Negative
August 16, 2012
All human and equine samples taken during the Olympic equestrian events at Greenwich Park were negative.... Read More
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Campaign Launched to Educate Public on N.C. Wild Ponies
August 15, 2012
Officials have seen an increase in visitors and an increase in people trying to get close to the horses.... Read More
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Jockey Club's Revised Drug Rules Have Salix Provision
August 13, 2012
The Jockey Club has added a provision governing regulatory administration of furosemide on race day.... Read More
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Race-Day Salix Ban Will Extend to 2-Year-Old Listed Stakes
August 09, 2012
Race-day Salix will not be allowed in listed stakes races for 2-year-old Thoroughbreds.... Read More
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More Racehorse Veterinary Records to be Publicized
August 08, 2012
The treatment and drug records of horses running in the Travers Stakes will be updated daily online.... Read More
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West Virginia Racing Commission Plans Meeting on Salix Use
August 07, 2012
The commission plans to hold a fact-finding meeting on use of race-day furosemide day, officials said Aug. 4.... Read More
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RMTC Holding Clenbuterol Decision for Study Results
August 07, 2012
The organization is waiting on UC Davis study results before ruling on a possible ban of clenbuterol.... Read More
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National HBPA Affiliates Back Use of Race-Day Salix
August 06, 2012
The majority of the National HBPA affiliates have adopted pro-race-day Salix resolutions.... Read More
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Group Wants Act to Regulate Horse Racing Medication
August 01, 2012
A new grassroots organization that opposes race-day medication wants involvement by the federal government.... Read More
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RCI Considers 'One Strike' for Egregious Drug Violations
July 29, 2012
The rule would affect found responsible for putting substances in racehorses that might endanger the animals.... Read More
