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Created to implement national, uniform safety and integrity rules backed by science and applied consistently across Thoroughbred racing.

Lexington, KY
Joined April 2021
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Racing doesn't end with the @breederscup; it's 365 days a year! Sign up for HISA press releases to stay up to date on all things safety and integrity in horse racing! #BreedersCup #BC26 #HorseRacing
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The Breeders' Cup World Championships bring together the best in Thoroughbred racing. We look forward to a successful, competitive weekend.
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On behalf of everyone at HISA, best wishes for a safe and successful @BreedersCup to all who make the event possible, including jockeys, owners, trainers, stewards, veterinarians, racetrack staff and, of course, the horses. #BreedersCup #BC26 #HorseRacing
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Join @jockeyclub at Racing Surfaces Testing Laboratory this Thursday in Lexington to learn how racing surfaces at this weekend’s @BreedersCup are maintained to be as consistent as possible! Details below ⬇️
Ever wonder about the surfaces your favorite horse races on? Here's your chance to find out! Ahead of @BreedersCup, join us at Racing Surfaces Testing Laboratory to learn how they ensure surface conditions are as safe as possible in racing and other equine sports.
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Have you heard about HISA's Big Event Protocol? We deploy our Big Event Protocol at the Triple Crown races and @BreedersCup to complete pre-race veterinary screenings, review on-site emergency response plans and more. Greg Stiles explains. 🔊 #BreedersCup #BC26 #EquineWelfare
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We're pleased to welcome Liz Stinson to the HISA team! Liz's addition to the legal department will move essential functions in-house and reduce costs to the horse racing industry. Read more: hisaus.org/news/hisa-hires-i… #HorseRacing #Legal #NewHire
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This summer, with the help of an expert nutrition task force and @JockeysGuild, we launched a nutrition program for jockeys at racetracks across the nation, including @BelmontPark1905, @keeneland, @parxracing, @santaanitapark and @Saratoga1863. Read more: hisaus.org/news/hisa-expands…
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A closer look at the veterinary process to examine contenders on race day at the #BreedersCup! 🏇
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We’d never send a horse out to race dehydrated and unfed. Somehow we’ve accepted it for the people riding them. @hisa_us & @keeneland’s first-of-its-kind racetrack nutrition program is working to change that 🥙
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Did you know HISA has specific rules for horseshoes? The correct horseshoe matters and our rules cover the heights of horseshoe traction devices, like toe grabs, on different track surfaces. These rules keep the welfare of the horse first and foremost. #Horseshoes #HorseRacing
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For Javier Castellano (@jjcjockey), horse racing is a family business. The Hall of Fame jockey has won 6,000 career races, including four Triple Crown wins. In addition to his riding resume, he helps jockeys off the track as co-chair of @JockeysGuild. #WhyILoveRacing #Saratoga
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When a horse is ready to retire, it's important for the owner or trainer to follow the right steps to move them to the next phase of their career. Since HISA and @jockeyclub are independent, it's important you notify both organizations of a horse's retirement. #HorseRacing
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Have you heard about the Void Claim Rule? Horses can be claimed through claiming races when potential owners enter a draw to buy horses. While claiming usually goes smoothly, sometimes claims are voided due to, among other things, injury, death or an adverse analytical finding.
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We all have a role to play in horse safety. We recently hosted a webinar on what owners and trainers can do to protect their horses from exercise-associated sudden death. Watch the replay here 👉 bit.ly/4rKXRK0. #SafetyInRacing #EquineWelfare #EASD
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With the help of researchers like Dr. Cris Navas of @pennvet's New Bolton Center, we're working to significantly reduce exercise-associated sudden death in racehorses. As technology improves, sudden death becomes more preventable. #EASD #AtrialFibrillation #Heart
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HIWU announces the release of our Q2 2026 Report, featuring testing statistics, results management, and case adjudication details from April 1 through June 30, 2026. Read the full report here: hiwu.org/about/reports-and-s…
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I was pleased to visit @BelmontPark1905 yesterday and have constructive conversations with everyone there. Horse racing is stronger when we all work together towards a common goal, and I'm thankful for Belmont's commitment to safety and integrity in racing.
Yesterday, HISA staff traveled to the recently reopened @BelmontPark1905 as part of our nationwide listening tour. Hearing directly from our stakeholders helps us continue building a safer, stronger future for racing together. #BelmontPark #ListeningTour #HorseRacing
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Yesterday, HISA staff traveled to the recently reopened @BelmontPark1905 as part of our nationwide listening tour. Hearing directly from our stakeholders helps us continue building a safer, stronger future for racing together. #BelmontPark #ListeningTour #HorseRacing
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A Covered Horse doesn't have to be entered in a race to be tested. Out-of-Competition Testing allows HIWU to conduct testing beyond race day as part of its nationwide efforts to protect the integrity of the sport and promote fair competition. Learn more: hiwu.org/education-and-resou…
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Did you know HISA has a 24/7 Help Desk? Whether you're just getting into racing or are a seasoned veteran, our team is here to support you and answer any questions you may have. Give us a call at 1-877-513-2919 or email [email protected]. #HorseRacing #FieldSupport
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