Health and Management
“Every Standardbred horse should be treated with respect, compassion and understanding and shall receive a standard of care which allows them to enjoy a good quality of life while in the racing industry and on retirement.”
We consider racehorse injuries and fatalities as an important issue that require research and understanding to minimise problems for our Standardbreds.
New Zealand Horse Ambulance Trust
The purpose of the New Zealand Horse Ambulance Trust is to assist horses injured while competing at race meetings and equestrian events through the provision and operation of a national fleet of horse ambulances.
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Drugs and Prohibited Substances
HRNZ is committed to clean racing by enforcing strict prohibited substance rules that protect horse welfare, integrity and fair competition.
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Biosecurity
Biosecurity
Maintaining a healthy and disease-free Standardbred population is good for the overall welfare of the horses. Certain exotic equine diseases pose considerable welfare and economic risks to Standardbred racing and breeding in New Zealand.
