Support and Improvement of Local Horse Breeding
- PHILRACOM actively supports the improvement of the Philippine horse breed.
- Support mechanisms include creating a ready market specifically for locally-bred horses.
- Organizing races exclusive to locally-bred horses to encourage the local breeding industry.
Conditions for Importation of Horses
- Importation of horses from other countries is restricted.
- Horse owners/importers must own or have bred at least three (3) locally-bred horses prior to importing any horse.
- This requirement aims to protect and promote locally-bred horses.
- An exception exists: this restriction does not apply when importing pregnant mares or stallions.
Effective Date and Implementation
- The resolution and conditions for horse importation took effect on June 1, 2010.
- The resolution enforces ownership or breeding of local horses as a prerequisite for importation.
Dissemination and Guidance
- A copy of the PHILRACOM resolution will be provided to horse owners and relevant persons.
- This ensures proper dissemination for compliance and guidance in the horseracing community.
Key Legal and Administrative Points
- PHILRACOM exercises regulatory control balancing the promotion of local breeding with controlled importation.
- The import restriction serves to foster the development of the local horse racing industry.
- The exception for pregnant mares and stallions reflects recognition of breeding needs and industry growth strategies.