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Medina Spirit Derby positive Horse Racing
From: Amy (1pony)
Jan-6
New vet overseeing the necropsy
UC Davis Veterinarian to Oversee Medina Spirit Necropsy
The CHRB announced Jan. 6 it has asked the executive associate dean of the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to oversee the necropsy and forensic examination of Medina Spirit.
Read more from BloodHorse.comFrom: gerchgo
Jan-6
I don’t even know why they leave that vet in his position after allegations. I’m glad they’ve switched to another vet.
From: Amy (1pony)
Jan-6
Because he is considered innocent till proven otherwise. Also it’s basically lack of appropriate paperwork. From what I have read.
From: Amy (1pony)
Jan-7
This explains the Blea issue, what a cluster F-! The VMB is on a Witch Hunt!
Inter-Agency Politics Rears Its Ugly Head Out West
Racing commentary from Jay Hovdey
Read more from BloodHorse.comFrom: gerchgo
Jan-7
Odd for the VMB has 3 animal welfare members, including one who doesn’t want horse racing…….
From: Amy (1pony)
Jan-8
Unfortunately Veterinarians coming out of Vet school are more radical than past. This is why more clinics are pushing spay/neuter on clients and are anti crop and dock.
From: gerchgo
Jan-10
Baffert threatens to sue CDI, but no filing yet
https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/report-baffert-threatens-to-sue-churchill-over-derby-ban/
From: Amy (1pony)
Jan-10
I am appalled at CDI’s response and threat of counter suit.
This is going to get ugly. I think the Baffert suit will wait till the NY hearing is over.
I really wish that Kentucky Horse Racing Board would move on the MS positive. That would put things in a clearer path.
From: gerchgo
Jan-11
Now they’ve suspended the vet because he needs to have a license to be the vet for board