Failure to conduct drug testing in horses despite tight New York regulations
Despite tightened rules regarding the use of performance-enhancing drugs in racehorses in, the state failed to conduct testing due to lack of sufficient funds, according to Dr. Michael I. Kotlikoff, dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University, where the program is conducted.
Board racing officials disagree however because according to their spokesman, Joe [...]
Steroid and Traction Device Banned in Horse Racing
After a series of news on horse racing involving death and steroid use had created a general outburst, the Jockey Club Thoroughbred Safety Committee made few changes in the rules of the sports. Aside from steroid ban, banning of toe grabs or any traction device worn on the front shoes while racing or training was [...]