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AGCO requires veterinary fitness declaration before horse training or races

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Source: AGCO (Ontario)

Ontario’s Alcohol and Gaming Commission says a private veterinarian’s fitness declaration, signed by the trainer, must be received before a horse’s scheduled training session, qualifying race or race. The declaration confirms the horse was examined, trotted and judged fit to participate.

Trainers and veterinarians must submit the declaration before the horse takes part in the specified activity.

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