Question & AnswerQ&A (PHILIPPINE RACING COMMISSION Notice)
Horses found limping after a race shall be automatically suspended by the Club and PHILRACOM Veterinarians according to the Horse Racing Rules and Regulations.
The jockey and/or groom of the horse must sign the suspension slip.
In case of dispute, the party must present a veterinary certificate from a Veterinarian accredited by PHILRACOM along with supporting documents before the suspension can be lifted.
Supporting documents such as X-rays, diagnosis, treatment records, and laboratory examinations must accompany the veterinary certificate.
The rule took effect immediately on January 6, 2003.
Veterinarians from the racing club and PHILRACOM (Philippine Racing Commission) are involved.
The suspension is made in accordance with the Horse Racing Rules and Regulations enforced by PHILRACOM.
The consultation involved the officers of the Philippine Race Horse Trainers Association, Inc. (PRHTA) and the Philippine Racing Commission officials.
No, the veterinary certificate and supporting documents must be presented for consideration before the lifting of the suspension.
The jockey or groom must sign the suspension slip to acknowledge the suspension of the horse.