“The appointments of five equine veterinarians to the Horseracing Integrity & Safety Authority’s governing bodies brings scientific expertise and devotion to equine health to this new era in U. S. horse racing,” said Dr. Scott Hay, 2021 AAEP president. “The AAEP has long-supported the creation of uniform rules in the sport, and we are thrilled that all racehorses will soon compete under the same stringent safety and integrity protocols.”

Post Type

  • Press Release

Publish Date

May 6, 2021

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