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USEF Launches Vesicular Stomatitis Education Module T e U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF)
launched a new education module on its website that focuses on vesicular stomatitis (VS). With the outbreak of VS in California, Dr. Katie Fly- nn, Senior Staff Veterinarian - Equine Health & Biosecurity, saw a specifi c need to have a learn- ing module focused on recognizing VS symp- toms. T is is intended to safeguard horse health and the continuous operation of competitions. T e module provides an overview of VS and outlines the requirements for USEF licensed competitions with horses from VS aff ected areas. T e module also includes an explanation of USEF arrival examination protocols, picture examples of VS lesions and outlines the role of the technician and veterinarian for identifying and rejecting VS-suspected horses. To view the module, go to: https://mem-
bers.usef.org/education/biosecurity?utm_ source=SilverpopMailing&… To learn more about the current outbreak, please visit
usef.org/vs/.
HISA Appoints Lasix Committee T e Horseracing Integrity and Safety Author-
ity announced on July 1 the members of an ad- visory committee to oversee a three-year study on the use of furosemide (Lasix) during the 48-hour period before the start of a race, includ- ing the eff ect on equine health and the integrity of competition. T e study is mandated by the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act of 2020. T e advisory committee members were se-
lected by HISA's Anti-Doping and Medication Control Committe. T e advisory committee has been tasked with overseeing research propos- als, reviewing grant applications and allocating grant funding for the study. Once the indepen- dent scientifi c research study is complete, the committee will present these fi ndings and rec- ommendations to the HISA Board of Directors. T e advisory committee includes:
• Dr. Emma Adam, a veterinarian with more than 24 years of racing experience in the United States, United Kingdom, France and Australia; • Maryland's Alan Foreman, Chairman and Chief Executive Offi cer of the T oroughbred Horsemen’s Association and Vice Chairman of the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium • Dr. Scott Hay, a veterinarian at Teigland, Franklin and Brokken, where he focuses on lameness, performance evaluations and pur- chase examinations • Dr. Ted Hill, a racing steward for T e Jockey Club with more than 23 years of experience • Dr. Rob Holland, a respiratory and infec- tious disease specialist in Lexington, KY, who is well-versed in equine drug-testing processes • Dr. Heather Knych, a Professor of Clinical Veterinary Pharmacology and Head of the Pharmacology Section at the K.L. Maddy
Equine Analytical Chemistry Pharmacology Laboratory at the School of Veterinary Medi- cine at the University of California-Davis • Ryan Murphy, Executive Director for the Partnership for Clean Competition, the lead- ing anti-doping research organization dedicat- ed to the protection of clean athletes • Dr. Foster Northrop, a practicing racetrack veterinarian with more than 35 years of indus- try experience • Dr. Scott Palmer, Equine Medical Director for the New York State Gaming Commission • Dr. N. Edward Robinson, a nationally rec- ognized veterinarian, academic and researcher who spent nearly 50 years at Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine • Dr. Corinne Sweeney, an American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine specialist who has spent the past 44 years at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine.
New USEF Rules
At the U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) annual mid-year board meeting June 19-20 in Lexington, Kentucky, the following rules for the 2024 competition year were approved. Each rule will go into eff ect on December 1, 2023 unless otherwise noted below. GR1101.1 (036-22) Microchipping: T e fol-
lowing rule will not go into eff ect until Decem- ber 1, 2025. At that time, all horses competing in USEF licensed or endorsed competitions must be microchipped with a 15-digit ISO compliant 11784/11785 chip that is implanted in the nuchal ligament of the horse’s neck. T e USEF states that microchipping is “funda- mental to equine well-being, especially during times of disease outbreaks, natural disasters, in cases of theft, and to protect against fraud.” GR1215.3 (033-22) Requiring Adequate
Rest for Horses at Competitions: Minimum lighting and noise will be mandated at all li- censed competitions for a minimum of six con- secutive hours overnight. HJ106.2 (247-22) Horse Identifi cation While on Competition Grounds: T is rule mandates that all horses on the grounds of hunter, jumper, and hunter/jumper competitions must have a competition-issued back number either attached to the horse or to the person riding, handling or exercising the horse at all times while in a schooling, lunging or exercise area. EQ104.1, HU100.1 and JP102.2 (249-22)
Excessive Lunging: Lunging a visibly exhausted or obviously lame horse and excessive, disruptive, or otherwise inappropriate use of a lunge whip is now added to the list of prohibited acts un- der the Horse Welfare rules for hunters, jumpers and hunter/jumping seat equitation. GR1033.5 (023-22) Number of Stewards,
TDs, and/or Certifi ed Schooling Supervisors Required to Offi ciate: T e number of licensed offi cials required during a competition will be
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increased as necessary to align with the number of horses competing and the number of rings being used during the competition. GR1215.5 (045-22) Barn/Temporary Sta-
bling Identifi cation: All permanent barn structures and temporary stabling on the com- petition grounds must be clearly identifi ed with a number, letter or barn name. GR848.6 (032-22) Return to Competition
Protocols: Licensed Physical Assistants and Nurse Practitioners are added to the list of in- dividuals authorized to provide medical clear- ance for return to competition following an individual’s head injury or concussion. GR801.2 (030-22) Helmet Certifi cation:
T e USEF Board has approved an expansion of acceptable international testing standards for protective headgear at USEF licensed competi- tions. T e full list of acceptable standards will be made available on the USEF website before December 1, 2023.
GR1304.1 (049-22) Confl ict of Interest
Rules for Licensed Offi cials: T e confl ict-of- interest rules for all USEF Licensed Offi cials will become consistent across all breeds and disciplines. T is rule also clarifi es the nature of confl icts of interest. GR310.1 (044-22) USEF Lite Competition License for Hunter/Jumper: T e USEF Lite li- cense competition access has been expanded to include hunter/jumper equestrians and competi- tion organizers hosting entry-level competitions.
Letter to the Editor
Miss Donna Diamond's Last Drive by Elizabeth Tate of Paradise Stables I was at the barn in late February when my
long time boarder Karla asked me to come out- side and meet her best friend's mom Donna Diamond. She had just been told that her can- cer treatment options had been exhausted and that there was nothing more they could do for her. As a two time breast cancer survivor my- self, most recently in 2022, I had instant empa- thy and compassion for Miss Donna. I walked over to the passenger side of the
car where she greeted me from inside with a huge smile and thanked me for having such a lovely farm. She told me that she had been to our farm many times to visit Snickers (Karla's horse) and it's the place she wanted to come after hearing her very sad news. She was hop- ing to fi nd some peace and comfort at the farm. As I was listening to her, all I could think about
was, how could I help this woman fi nd some joy in her deep sorrow? I pointed to our driv- ing team of Belgians in the fi eld next to her car and asked her if she wanted to go on a carriage ride with those boys? Her face lite up, her eyes twinkled with tears and she said, " REALLY?? I have always wanted to do that... yes please!" Well I knew right then I had to make it happen.
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