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Louisiana Horse Racing: Bute Threshold Level Change Slowed

A Louisiana Senate committee rejected an emergency rule approved by the Louisiana State Racing Commission (LSRC) to lower the testing threshold level for phenylbutazone (Bute) from 5 micrograms per milliliter to 2 micrograms.... Read more from the original source: Louisiana Horse Racing: Bute Threshold Level Change Slowed ...
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Kentucky Panel Approves New Racing Medication Rules

An advisory panel to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission has given final approval to changes in disciplinary measures and penalties for medication violations.... Read the original post: Kentucky Panel Approves New Racing Medication Rules ...
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TCA Stallion Seasons Auction Begins Jan. 4

Founded in 1990, the TCA raises and distributes funds for charities in the Thoroughbred industry that provide a better life for Thoroughbreds during and after their racing careers through retirement programs, rescue operations, and research.... View post: TCA Stallion Seasons Auction Begins Jan. 4 ...
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AQHA Equine Health, Welfare Subcommittee Releases Statement

The American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Equine Health, Welfare, Integrity, and Research Subcommittee (EqHWIR) on Dec. 21 released a statement in regards to the "welfare of the racing American Quarter Horse.".. View original post here: AQHA Equine Health, Welfare Subcommittee Releases Statement ...
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Model Rule on Salix Administration Adopted

The Association of Racing Commissioners International (RCI) Model Rules Committee has adopted protocol that prohibits private veterinarians from administering furosemide (Salix) on race day. ... View original post here: Model Rule on Salix Administration Adopted ...
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Track Veterinarians See Progress in Equine Health, Safety

Veterinarians agree the racing industry is making significant progress in identifying causes for equine injuries, and urged patience despite persistent negative public perception in regard to catastrophic injuries in racehorse and welfare issues.... Originally posted here: Track Veterinarians See Progress in Equine Health, Safety ...
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Florida Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing Begins Amid Disputes

Gretna Racing on Dec. 1 began its pari-mutuel barrel racing meet at its facility in Gretna, Fla Follow this link: Florida Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing Begins Amid Disputes ...
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N.Y. Standardbred Trainers Suspended for Drug Infractions

Between March 21 and April 1, 2011 at the three tracks, 28 horses tested positive for oxymetazoline--a prohibited topical nasal decongestant--in violation of of Racing and Wagering Board rule 4120.2 (h).... See the original post here: N.Y. Standardbred Trainers Suspended for Drug Infractions ...
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Florida Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing Set to Begin Dec. 1

Gretna Racing is preparing to open Florida's first pari-mutuel barrel racing meet on Dec. 1 with 11 races in a head-to-head bracket format. ... Originally posted here: Florida Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing Set to Begin Dec. 1 ...
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KHRC Chief Steward Dismissed In Midst of Investigation

John Veitch, chief steward for the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) who was the subject of an investigation into the Life At Ten situation during the 2010 Breeders' Cup World Championships, was dismissed from his position Nov. The rest is here: KHRC Chief Steward Dismissed In Midst of Investigation ...
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