05.13.08
Petition supporting racehorse welfare and safety
Check out this petition–
Support the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit
and sign if you agree with its premise. This is to support industry efforts to improve several major aspects of racing that affect the welfare and safety of the racehorse and will serve as starting points for further action by the Jockey Club’s newly formed Thoroughbred Safety Committee.
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The second Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit was held Monday, March 17, and Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at the Keeneland Sales Pavilion. The resulting group of recommendations (as well as the initial strategic plan) can be viewed at the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation website.
Background: Euthanasia only option for Derby horse Eight Belles, by Dr. Wayne McIlwraith.
