Organised by
the Au-Delà Des Pistes charity and entitled "From one career to another, the
thoroughbred adapts to all", this conference outlined the systems in place to
ensure the welfare of thoroughbreds both during and after their race careers.Following several presentations, an animated and enthusiastic round table discussion ensued with a panel of professionals involved in thoroughbred horse welfare. Maud Delacroix moderated the discussion from the equine communications agency, Turfcom. Those involved included:
Dr Paul-Marie Gadot: chief veterinary officer of France Galop
Franck Le Mestre: Manager of Maisons-Laffitte racecourse
Dr Richard Corde and Bertrand Neveux: President and Treasurer of the Ligue Française pour la Protection du Cheval
Constance Popineau: Manager of the French Breeders Association
Nemone Routh: Racing Manager of the Aga Khan Studs
Sylvain Martin: Owner and Manager of the market leader in racehorse retraining, Ecurie Seconde Chance
Julie Degand: Manager of Development and Accreditation for Au-Delà Des Pistes
The interactions both from the auditorium and within the panel made this first conference an interesting first step to discussing the question of the racehorse's future following their race career.
The welfare of racehorses is
today an undeniable subject that is of primary interest to both equestrian
riders and professionals within the racing industry.
