Session 8 58573y

Equine Welfare 6n734

February 21, 2020

The sport of racing is required to constantly consider the way horses are cared for, from cradle to grave. Amidst rapidly changing social values towards animal welfare and animal rights, it has become increasingly important for racing authorities around the world to both re-examine and justify the effectiveness of historical approaches towards ensuring equine welfare. Any failure to meet community expectations in modern society as to how racehorses ought be cared for through all stages of their lives could pose a direct threat to our sport’s sustainability. 2i6v4i

In this session, leading s and practitioners will examine the current issues relating to equine welfare around the world, and identify any areas with scope for change.

Speakers 1b4e27

Mr
Louis Romanet
International Federation of Horseracing Authorities

Counsellor of the Chairman for International Affairs, Galop and Chairman, French Racing & Breeding Committee

Mr
Mike de Kock

International Racehorse Trainer

Mr
Jamie Stier

Chair, IFHA Horse Welfare Committee, Executive General Manager, Integrity Services, Racing Victoria

Mr
Tom Reilly

CEO, Thoroughbred Breeders Australia

Ms
Kristin Werner
Senior Legal Counsel, The Jockey Club

Senior Legal Counsel, The Jockey Club

Dr Dionne Benson

Chief Veterinary Officer, The Stronach Group

Speakers 1b4e27

Louis Romanet 4q2m5v

Chairman, International Federation of Horseracing Authorities

Mike de Kock 6s492

International Racehorse Trainer

Jamie Stier 582742

Chair, IFHA Horse Welfare Committee, Executive General Manager, Integrity Services, Racing Victoria

Tom Reilly 6p316i

CEO, Thoroughbred Breeders Australia

Kristin Werner 5b1l5l

Senior Legal Counsel, The Jockey Club

Dr Dionne Benson 2i682h

Chief Veterinary Officer, The Stronach Group