Saturday, January 18, 2014

The Meds Maze

Thehorse.com - Full Article

By Jennifer O. Bryant
Jan 13, 2014

Got a headache? You probably pop a pain reliever. That achy knee bothering you today? Perhaps you reach for a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). While you might not give your own remedies much thought, you’d better do your due diligence when it comes to your horse’s aches and pains, particularly if you plan to compete.

Our national governing body (NGB) for equestrian sport, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), is responsible for ensuring a level playing field is maintained at its recognized competitions. That means running a tight ship and enforcing rules pertaining to what substances owners, trainers, or veterinarians may and may not administer to horses...

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http://www.thehorse.com/articles/33187/the-meds-maze?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=health-news&utm_campaign=01-14-2014

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