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Kentucky Downs Accredited by Safety Alliance

Kentucky Downs in Franklin, Ky., has become the 24th racetrack to be fully accredited by the National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Safety and Integrity Alliance.

 Thursday, August 09, 2012

CHRB Waives Three Rules to Accommodate Breeders' Cup

The California Horse Racing Board on Thursday waived three of its own rules for one day only -- October 25, 2003 -- to accommodate horses, owners, and trainers participating in the Breeders' Cup hosted by the Oak Tree Racing Association at Santa Anita.

 Thursday, July 24, 2003

California Joins Growing List of States to Ban EPO

Erythropoietin (EPO), 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 Racing Board.

 Thursday, August 22, 2002

California Places Restrictions on Shock Wave Therapy

The California Horse Racing Board notified trainers and veterinarians Monday of new restrictions beginning July 24 on the use of shock wave therapy (SWT) for the treatment of orthopedic injuries to horses at California racetracks.

 Wednesday, July 03, 2002