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NSA Official Notices

Thursday, June 25, 2020

Virginia Gold Cup Races Please be reminded that only essential racing officials, trainers, jockeys and grooms will be allowed on the grounds at the Virginia Gold Cup on Saturday, June 27, 2020. Strict “social distancing” protocols will be in affect all day, and owners are prohibited from attending the races. Children under the age of 16 are also prohibited The races will be available via “live streaming”, with the live show featuring host Megan Connolly, starting at 12:15 p.m. Please the link, http://nsa.network.video/, or paste it into you web browser’s address bar, to access the entire 10-race program airing from 12:15 to 5:30 p.m.

SOTA Course Inspection – Virginia Gold Cup The course is lush having received 3/4 inches of rain this past Tuesday. Please see attached photos.

NSA Voided Claim Policy

By order of the NSA Stewards Advisory Committee, a claim for a horse entered in a claiming race may be voided by the claimant if the horse suffers a fatal injury during or immediately following the running of the race, or the horse is deemed to be “unsound” by the examining veterinarian, up to one (1) hour after the race.

Lay Off & Claimed Horse Health Record Reports Please find attached for your review, the above-named reports as instituted by the Mid-Atlantic Strategic Plan to Reduce Equine Fatalities.

2020 Major Track Steeplechase Schedule Please see attached schedule. Note: Trainers must update their Horses in Training list, with Bill Gallo, with specific horses pointing to major track races at Saratoga and Colonial Downs this summer. Horses not on the updated list will be least preferred.

Ratings Please see the attached current ratings list. Note: Fillies/Mares and Four-Year-Olds will be allowed 4 lbs. additional in a Ratings Handicap.

Revised NSA Waiver Claimer Policy At the time of entry into any NSA steeplechase claiming race, the trainer may declare a horse ineligible to be claimed provided: 1.The horse has not started for a minimum of 90 calendar days since its last race; and 2.The horse is entered for a claiming price equal to or greater than the price at which it last started over jumps or on the flat.

NSA Shoe Rule NO toe grabs, caulks, stickers, turndowns, inserts, trailers or heel extensions will be allowed on the front or hind shoes. Note: The insert on the toe of the Queen’s Plate is considered a “wear plate,” not a toe grab. Block heels on the hind shoes (not to exceed ¼ inch) are permissible. Outer rim shoes are prohibited. ONLY QUEEN'S PLATE FLAT, QUEEN'S PLATE WEDGE AND STEEL TRAINING PLATES OR THEIR EQUIVALENT MAY BE USED. Equivalent shoes by manufacturer are as follows: Thoro'Bred Legacy Queen's Plate Flat, Silver Queen Flat, Queen's Plate Flat, Queen's Wedge, Light Training Steel Flat, Heavy Training Steel Flat, Halverson Egg Bar. Victory Sport Queens, EC Queens Wedge, RX, EC Steel Training Plate, Elite Egg Bar. St. Croix Forge by Delton Mustad Turf Plates, Concorde Turf, Blurton Steel Bar Shoes; Heart, Straight, Egg.

NSA Vet’s List Policy A horse may be placed on the NSA Vet’s List by the Stewards, based on a recommendation by the race meet veterinarian, due to pre-race veterinary examination findings or lameness or injury during a race or lameness or heath conditions observed post race. During the pre-race examination, if the examining vet discovers a condition that warrants a second review, that horse may be walked “in hand”, not lunged or ridden before a second examination. Any horse that is placed on the NSA Vet’s List “for lameness” shall not be eligible for race entry for at least seven (7) days and said horse must be examined by an equine veterinarian at the resident stable. That exam must consist of a complete assessment of that horse with particular attention to the findings that placed the horse on the vet’s list. The horse will be observed in hand and under tack at a walk, trot and canter. If examination findings indicate that the horse is racing sound, a drug screen shall be drawn and submitted to a testing laboratory. If that screen is negative, the horse will be removed from the Vet’s List. The cost of the examination and the drug screen shall be the responsibility of the trainer or owner of the horse.

This examination of a horse on the NSA Vet’s List differs from most flat racing jurisdictions in that there is no designated work required other than observation under tack. This difference is due to the widespread geographic distribution of horses involved in jump racing and the lack of supervising regulatory veterinarians in most areas.

NSA Race Day Barn Policies • Only NSA third party veterinarians administer race day Salix (furosemide), which will be performed 4 hours prior to the horse’s scheduled post time. Please have an attendant with the horse during this period. Veterinarians will not administer Salix to an unattended horse. • Salix is the only permitted injection a horse may receive on race day. • No oral administration of any medication or substance (such as oral electrolytes or lubricants) is permitted on race day prior to a horse running. (The use of a dose syringe, other than by the attending veterinarian, is prohibited). Horses may be treated post-race by the attending veterinarian. Also, horsemen may self-treat horses after the final race of the day. • The following are prohibited on race day: electro-shock or shockwave therapy; Nebulizer or puffer treatment; Transdermal patches. • On race day, blood samples for TCO2 analysis will be collected randomly from horses selected between 45 minutes to 1 hour before post time. • Trainers are reminded to use covered lip chains when presenting horses in the paddock.

Amateur Riders Program of American (ARCA) Attention Horsemen: In order to help promote the Amateur Rider Program (ARCA) at several of the race tracks, if you have interest in participating with any of your horses, please contact Don Yovanovich at, [email protected] with what type of races you would prefer. Racing Secretaries are just asking if there are certain pools of horses that may fill a race better than others. Also, if you have a rider with a hidden talent, have them contact me as well. As with all racing, ARCA has had its share of cancellations this year, and everyone is hoping to try to help schedule some events for future riders. I appreciate your cooperation and look forward hearing from you. Don Yovanovich 540-270-0115

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To ensure that regulatory veterinarians have a comprehensive medical record of any horse that has

not raced for 150 days or more, and have the opportunity to examine the horse when necessary prior to entry in a

race.

Research done by Dr. Tim Parkin, an epidemiologist from the University of Glasgow who was retained by The

Jockey Club to identify risk factors in Thoroughbred racehorses in North America by examining data found in the

Equine Injury Database, has identified repeated and extended layoffs as a significant risk factor for fatal injury. The

risk increases by 9% for each career lay-up (other than elective rest periods) of more than 60 days.

The trainer of any horse that has not raced for 150 or more days must complete the standardized Layoff Report,

supplying all relevant medical history, and submit it to the chief regulatory veterinarian or equine medical

director no less than 30 days prior to entry.

The Layoff Report must be submitted to the track where the horse will race.

Layoff Report forms will be made available at the Stable Gate, in the Racing Office, in the HBPA or THA Office

and on line at www.thatracing/layoffreportform.

The Layoff Report can be submitted to the email address for the appropriate racing jurisdiction, which is

included on the form, or, in a sealed envelope addressed to the chief regulatory veterinarian or equine medical

director, to the Racing Office.

Layoff Reports are valid for 60 days from the date of submission.

Entries for horses that have not raced for 150 days or more will not be accepted unless the trainer has completed

and submitted a Layoff Report Form to the Equine Medical Director or Chief Veterinarian.

150-Day Layoff Report

RACETRACK NAME

Trainers must complete this form for any horse* that has not raced for 150 days or more. The form shall be submitted to (Equine Medical Director or Chief Regulatory Vet), by email to (email address), or to the racing office in a sealed envelope addressed to (Equine Medical Director or Chief Regulatory Vet), prior to entry. The form shall be submitted a minimum of 30 days** before entry, and is valid for 60 days from the date of submission. *Does not apply to first-time starters. **This requirement may be waived by (Equine Medical Director or Chief Regulatory Vet),.

Horse Name/Tattoo or Microchip #: _____________________________________ Today’s Date: __________

Date/Track of Last Race: __________________ Planned Date/Track of Entry: ___________________________

Owner: _________________________________________ Phone/Email: _____________________________

Trainer: _________________________________________ Phone/Email: _____________________________

Primary Veterinarian: ______________________________ Phone/Email: _____________________________

Reason for layoff: _____________________________________________________________________________

How long has this horse been in your care? ________________________________________________________

(If less than 30 days) Previous Trainer: _____________________ Phone/Email: _______________________

Was surgery performed on this horse during the layoff? Yes No

If yes, provide the date, type of surgery and veterinarian:

_________________________________________________________________________________________

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Surgery Discharge Documents: Attached Not Attached

Has this horse ever been treated with bisphosphonates (e.g., Tildren, Osphos)? Yes No

Is the horse on any medication, including trainer or veterinary administrations? Yes No

List all current medications/treatments and applicable diagnosis:

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Has the horse been treated with shockwave therapy since its last race? Yes No

If yes, provide the veterinarian, dates and the area of the horse’s body treated for all treatments:

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Diagnostic tests (radiographs, scans, bloodwork etc.) performed since last race. Provide veterinarian, dates,

details and results: __________________________________________________________________________

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Intra-articular joint injections performed since last race. Provide veterinarian, dates and details (body part and

medication): _______________________________________________________________________________

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To the best of my knowledge, the information provided is accurate and up to date.

Signature ___________________________________________________________________________________

Submitted by (print name/title/date) _____________________________________________________________

For Official Use Only:

Additional Layoffs of 60 or More Days Yes No

Surgery Discharge Documents Yes No NA

Diagnostic Reports Yes No NA

Intra-articular and Joint Injection Reports Yes No NA

Anabolic Steroid Treatment Yes No NA

Additional Medical History Since Report Yes No

Workout History Yes No

Past Performance History Yes No

Exam History from InCompass Yes No

Examination Required Yes No

Observed Workout/Blood Test Required Yes No

Approved for Entry Yes No Date: _____________

Approved by (Print/Signature): ________________________________________________________________

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To ensure continuity of health care and comprehensive medical assessments for Thoroughbred

racehorses upon transfer to a new owner and/or trainer.

Horses that compete in claiming races may change hands many times during their racing careers. Access to

accurate medical information is vital to maintaining proper treatment protocols and safeguarding the health and

welfare of the horse.

Within 48 hours of a claim, the previous trainer must submit all joint injection records to the party responsible

for transferring the information to the horse’s new owner or trainer.

Within seven days of a claim, the previous trainer must complete the standardized Horse Health Record and

submit it to the party responsible for transferring the information to the horse’s new owner or trainer.

The equine medical director or chief regulatory veterinarian will be responsible for overseeing the transfer of

joint injection and horse health records, or will designate the person or persons responsible for the transfer.

If the horse has been in the trainer’s care for less than 60 days, any available Horse Health Records from

previous trainers must also be transferred.

Horse Health Record Forms will be available in the Racing Office and in the HBPA or THA office at the racetrack.

Racehorse owners will consent to the transfer of the Horse Health Record as a condition of licensure.

The equine medical director or chief regulatory veterinarian will have access to the Horse Health Records upon

request.

HORSE HEALTH RECORD

Horse Name/Tattoo or Microchip: ________________________________________________________

Primary Veterinarian/Phone Number: _____________________________________________________

Claimed/Sold (Date): _______________ Track: _____________________________________________

Vet’s List as Unsound or Bled in last 12 months: Yes No Details: ____________________________

Joint Therapy in the last 60 days: Yes No If Previously Submitted – Date Submitted: ________

Date: _______ Joint: ______________ Veterinarian/Medication: _____________________________

Date: _______ Joint: _____________ Veterinarian/Medication: _____________________________


Immunizations/Dates Administered:

TT: ___________ EEE/WEE: _____________ Rabies: ___________ Strangles: _____________

Influenza: __________ EHV: ____________ WNV: ______________ Other: ____________________

Last Deworming/Medication: ____________________ Fecal Egg Count/Date: ___________________

Blood Profile: Yes No Veterinarian/Date/Findings: _____________________________________

Shock Wave: Yes No Veterinarian/Date/Body Part: ____________________________________

EIPH History: Yes No Veterinarian/Date/Treatment: ___________________________________

EPM History: Yes No Veterinarian/Date/Treatment: ___________________________________

Colic History: Yes No Veterinarian/Date/Treatment: ___________________________________

Radiographs: Yes No Veterinarian/Date/Body Part/Findings: ____________________________

Surgery History: Yes No Veterinarian/Date/Details: ____________________________________

Bisphosphonates: Yes No Veterinarian/Date/Diagnosis: __________________________________

Other Pertinent Medical History: _________________________________________________________

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To the best of my knowledge, the information provided is accurate and up to date.

Trainer: _______________________ Signature: __________________________ Date: _____________ (Print Name)

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Additional Joint Therapy


Date: _______ Joint: _____________ Veterinarian/Medication: _____________________________



Additional Radiographs

Veterinarian/Date/Body Part/Findings: ____________________________________________________




Notes

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2020 Major Track Steeplechase Schedule Saratoga Wednesday, July 22 $55,000 Jon. Kiser (Novice Stakes) Thursday, July 23 $100,000 A.P. Smithwick (Gr. 1) Colonial Monday, July 27 $20,000 Maiden $20,000 Ratings (115 or lower) Saratoga Wednesday, July 29 $48,000 Allowance (NW 2) Colonial Monday, August 3 $20,000 F/M Maiden $20,000 Maiden Saratoga Wednesday, August 5 $50,000 Mrs. O. Phipps (F/M Stakes) Colonial Monday, August 10 $20,000 Maiden $15,000 Ratings (110 or lower) Saratoga Wednesday, August 12 $48,000 Allowance (NW 2) Colonial Monday, August 17 $20,000 Maiden (3 & 4 YO) $20,000 Ratings (115 or lower) Saratoga Wednesday, August 19 $55,000 M. G. Walsh (Novice Stakes) Thursday, August 20 $100,000 N.Y. Turf Writers (Gr. 1) Colonial Monday, August 24 $20,000 F/M Maiden $15,000 Ratings (110 or lower) Saratoga Wednesday, August 26 $48,000 Allowance (NW 2) Colonial Monday, August 31 $20,000 Maiden $35,000 Randy Rouse Stakes (F/M Stakes) Saratoga Wednesday, Sept. 2 $50,000 Ratings Handicap (125 or lower)

Moscato ............................155Scorpiancer ......................154Zanjabeel ..........................150Surprising Soul.................146Pravalaguna ......................145Snap Decision ..................145Rashaan ............................143Redicean ...........................140Gibralfaro .........................138Balance The Budget .........136Sempre Medici .................136Gowiththeflow..................134Amschel ...........................133Winner Massagot .............133City Dreamer ....................132Chief Justice .....................130Cracker Factory ................130Belisarius ..........................129New Member ...................129Fearsome ..........................127Pik Em ..............................127Detroit Blues ....................126Iranistan ............................126Invocation ........................125Family Tree ......................124No Wunder .......................124The Holy One ...................124Zanzi Win .........................124Mutasaawy .......................123Stooshie ............................123Bercasa .............................122My Afleet .........................122Show Court ......................122Caldbeck ..........................121

Barnacle Bill ....................120Espoir de Loire .................120Hepcat ..............................120Veneer of Charm ..............120Galway Kid ......................119Skydiving .........................119Ebullience ........................118Maccabee .........................118Bodes Well .......................117Brianbakescookies ...........117Anticpating .......................116Clondaw Camp .................116Critical Data .....................116Elucidation .......................116Hot Springs ......................116Must See The Doc ............116Prayer Hope .....................116Sixty Five .........................116Soluble .............................116Repeat Repeat ..................115Whitman’s Poetry .............115Global Freedom ...............114Go Get The Basil..............114Swellelegent .....................114Undisclosed ......................114Gaye Breeze .....................113Laser Light .......................113Tomgarrow .......................113Elfitz .................................111Court Ruler .......................110Set To Music ....................110Aardwolf ..........................109Down Royal .....................109Inverness ..........................109

Mavourneen .....................108Maximum Horsepower ....108Zoom Zoom Zoe ..............107Barhanpour .......................106Eve’s City .........................106Motivational .....................106Five Carat Cat ..................105Handsome Hoyt ...............105Holiday Mousse ...............105Hyperlapse .......................105My Own Lane ..................105Change Maker ..................102

Official Ratings • June 19, 2020

After racing at Middleburg Spring June 13.