AAEP Endorses Thoroughbred Safety Committee Recommendations

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AAEP Endorses Thoroughbred Safety Committee Recommendations

The AAEP has endorsed the three initial recommendations of The Jockey Club's Thoroughbred Safety Committee. The committee announced on Tuesday, June 17 that it is recommending the elimination of steroids in race training and racing, a ban on toe grabs, and a series of whip-related reforms, all aimed at improving safety and integrity in Thoroughbred racing.

Said AAEP President Dr. Eleanor Green, "The AAEP strongly supports the implementation of the Thoroughbred Safety Committee's initial recommendations and appreciates the committee's leadership at this critical time for the racing industry. Uniform medication rules combined with uniform testing procedures will ensure consistency in the administration of therapeutic medications and will bring tremendous benefit to the health and welfare of the racehorse. The AAEP strongly encourages the continued pursuit of uniformity by the racing industry and stands ready to contribute the expertise and perspective of racetrack practitioners to the dialogue."

To read the Thoroughbred Safety Committee's recommendations in their entirety, visit

http://www.jockeyclub.com/mediaCenter.asp?story=338

Source: www.aaep.org

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