Cross-posted from the New York Times March 23, 2009 By JOE DRAPE Our Kentucky Derby contender list has a new No. 1: Mafaaz, the winner of the inaugural Kentucky Derby Challenge Stakes last week in Sunbury-on-Thames, England. He is talented and has an experienced trainer in John Gosden. But most significant, Mafaaz is drug free,… Continue reading Kentucky Derby nears, but safety rules don’t (US)
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AAEP White Paper: Putting the horse first in racing (US)
Cross-posted from The Thoroughbred Times -- Article entitled "Veterinarians make safety, welfare recommendations" AS INDUSTRY LEADERS continue to emphasize equine safety and welfare, the American Association of Equine Practitioners has issued guidelines. The AAEP on Monday released a white paper, “Putting the Horse First: Veterinary Recommendations for the Safety and Welfare of the Thoroughbred Racehorse.”… Continue reading AAEP White Paper: Putting the horse first in racing (US)
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