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Woodbine Entertainment is pleased to welcome and recognize Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society as part of the third annual Aftercare Alliance Day, this Sunday, October 8, at Woodbine Racetrack.

Representatives from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will present the winning trophy for the Nearctic Stakes, and LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society representatives will do the same for the Algonquin Stakes.

In 2022, the International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses recognized Woodbine's efforts to bring attention and support Thoroughbred aftercare at its annual conference.

“Woodbine is extremely proud to once again be hosting LongRun and the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance on our annual Aftercare Alliance Day,” said Tim Lawson, Woodbine's Director of Thoroughbred Racing. “We are grateful for the contributions of both organizations to the Thoroughbred racing industry and its equine athletes. From horse people to racetrack operators, it is our obligation to ensure prosperous and healthy retirements for the animals we owe so much to.”

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance accredits, inspects, and awards grants to approved aftercare organizations. Since 2012, the organization has granted more than $28.1 million (US) to accredited aftercare organizations, and 15,500 horses have been retrained, rehomed, or retired by accredited organizations.

LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society, founded in 1999, provides care to retired racehorses on their farm in Hillsburgh, Ontario and works to find them new homes. With the help of donations and support from the Ontario racing community, LongRun has found new adoptive homes for more than 1,000 retired Thoroughbreds.

Also on Sunday, Woodbine's stakes-filled race card is highlighted by the $750,000 Grade 1 E.P. Taylor Stakes and the $750,000 Grade 1 Canadian International. This year is the 50th anniversary of Secretariat winning the Canadian International, the final race of his remarkable career. In celebration, guests are welcome to visit the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame's Secretariat exhibit located on the 3rd floor of the Woodbine grandstand from October 5-8. Entrance is free of charge.

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Veteran California sires Kafwain and Ministers Wild Cat will be pensioned to Premier Equine Rehab near Nashville, Tenn., Daily Racing Form reports.

Both stallions finished their stud careers at Tommy Town Thoroughbreds in Santa Ynez, Calif., which is in the process of downsizing its operation in advance of a move to Kentucky.

Premier Equine Rehab is a 501(c)3 operation that specializes in the rehabilitation and rehoming of off-track Thoroughbreds, run by Jenny Earhart, who also has a California facility. The Tennessee facility's residents includes multiple stakes winner Stallwalkin' Dude.

Kafwain, a 23-year-old son of Cherokee Run, began his stud career in 2004 and amassed progeny earnings of more than $21 million, led by Grade 1 winners Daisy Devine and Let Faith Arise, along with Grade 3 winners including Don't Forget Gil and The Pamplemousse. He stood the 2023 breeding season for an advertised fee of $2,500.

Ministers Wild Cat, a 23-year-old son of Deputy Minister, was retired from stud duty in 2022. He is a son of champion and Breeders' Cup Distaff winner Hollywood Wildcat, and has had a regular presence among California's top 10 sires by progeny earnings for much of his career.

Read more at Daily Racing Form.

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Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside of the United States and Canada, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE:MRK), is voluntarily recalling four additional batches of BANAMINE® / BANAMINE®-S (flunixin meglumine injection) 50 mg/mL in the United States, used for injection in cattle, swine and horses due to the presence of particulate matter. These batches are in addition to the BANAMINE® / BANAMINE®-S recall of three batches dated Sept. 1, 2023 due to the presence of particulate matter. BANAMINE® / BANAMINE®-S (flunixin meglumine injection) is a prescription product in the U.S.

Particulates were observed during routine quality testing and reviews for the following additional batches:

• BANAMINE 100mL, UIN 065474, NDC 00061-0851-03, Batch 3511101, exp Dec. 2024
  • Distribution dates: May 16, 2023, to August 8, 2023

• BANAMINE 100mL, UIN 065474, NDC 00061-0851-03, Batch 3511104, exp Dec. 2024
  • Distribution dates: August 4, 2023, to August 17, 2023

• BANAMINE 250mL, UIN 065476, NDC 00061-0851-04, Batch 3522101, exp Dec. 2024
  • Distribution dates: July 14, 2023, to August 17, 2023

• BANAMINE-S 100mL, UIN 065477, NDC 0061-1838-30, Batch 3511103, exp Dec. 2024
  • Distribution dates: May 3, 2023 to August 16, 2023

A photo of the bottle of each batch number (lot number) that is part of the recall can be found at the end of this press release. The lot number (LOT) and expiry date (EXP) is located in the bottom right portion of the bottle label.

The administration of an injectable product that contains particulate matter may result in local irritation, swelling or infection in response to the foreign material. After intravenous administration in large animals, such as cattle or horses, particulate matter could travel to the lungs which could result in local tissue damage.

Flunixin meglumine is a potent, non-narcotic, nonsteroidal, analgesic agent with anti-inflammatory and antipyretic activity. It is approved in the US only for intravenous use in beef and dairy cattle, for intravenous and intramuscular use in horses and for intramuscular use in swine.

Customers who have received BANAMINE® and BANAMINE®-S from the batches being recalled should stop using the products and refer to their recall letter for product return instructions. Merck Animal Health is working with our distributor partners to ensure that unused product is no longer in distribution or with customers. We are notifying our distributors and customers directly and are arranging for the return of all recalled product.

Consumers with technical questions regarding this recall should call 1-800-221-3573 (Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CDT). Customers who may need to arrange return of product should contact their point of purchase.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA at 1-888-FDA-VETS or online at http://www.FDA.gov/reportanimalae.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.

The health and well-being of animals is the foremost priority at Merck Animal Health. We place the utmost emphasis on product quality at every step in the manufacturing and supply chain process.

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Mareworthy Charities, a dedicated advocate for retired Thoroughbred broodmares' welfare and protection, enthusiastically announces its participation in the Community & Cause voting campaign, hosted by Field & Main Bank. This campaign offers a unique opportunity for our organization to secure a $20,000 prize, directly benefitting the care and support of our beloved Thoroughbred mares while expanding our capacity to assist more Thoroughbred mares in 2024. Public voting for this prestigious award began today and continues until Tuesday, October 31st.

Mareworthy Charities is steadfast in its mission to safeguard the well-being of retired Thoroughbred broodmares, ensuring they receive the care and affection they rightfully deserve after their racing and breeding careers. These majestic creatures have played a pivotal role in the horse racing industry, and it is our solemn duty to provide them with the support they need during their golden years.

Kyle Rothfus, Founder and President of Mareworthy Charities, passionately expressed, “We firmly believe that every Thoroughbred broodmare should enjoy a life filled with safety, compassion, and joy. This contest offers a golden opportunity for us to take a significant step towards realizing this vision. We wholeheartedly invite everyone who shares our passion to join us on this inspiring journey.”

We extend a warm invitation to our community partners, neighbors, friends, and fellow horse enthusiasts to unite with us in this noble cause – securing the $20,000 prize for Mareworthy Charities. Your daily vote wields the power to make a significant difference in the lives of these retired Thoroughbred mares. Providing basic care alone costs approximately $500 per month for each horse under our care. Moreover, many of our mares require special supplements and veterinary attention to thrive, whether they are with us temporarily before being adopted or have found their forever home within our Sanctuary herd. We take immense pride in being an entirely volunteer-run organization, with 100% of donations and grants dedicated to directly supporting our horses and expanding our capacity to assist even more.

To amplify our cause, we encourage supporters to utilize the hashtag #VoteForMareworthy. Share your voting experiences and help us spread the word about this opportunity to transform the lives of even more Thoroughbred broodmares one vote at a time.

To cast your vote and support Mareworthy Charities, please visit the official voting page on the Field & Main Bank website here. Remember, each person can vote once per day throughout the voting period. Please ensure your participation aligns with the voting rules set forth by the contest organizers.

To make voting even more convenient and to ensure you don't forget to vote every day, we offer an option for supporters to sign up to receive a free daily email or text message reminder. Simply click here to sign up for these helpful reminders.

In addition to the $20,000 prize, the winning organization will gain valuable exposure through airtime on WKYT, coverage by LEXtoday, and a full-page ad in TOPs Magazine. With your support, Mareworthy Charities can continue its mission to provide a safe and loving retirement for Thoroughbred broodmares.

For more information about Mareworthy Charities and our commitment to Thoroughbred mares, please click here.

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