Though the threat level to racing thoroughbreds is very low at this point, Lone Star Park is taking a proactive approach towards Equine Piroplasmosis to ensure the safety of the horse population participating during the upcoming meet.
Therefore the following new entry requirements will be in place beginning on Monday, March 15, 2010. This policy is for all horses shipping into the stable area of Lone Star Park regardless of their origin:

Policy

All horses entering Lone Star Park must be accompanied by a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection dated within the past 30 days that includes a statement by the signing veterinarian that states: "I have inspected these horses and they do not display clinical signs of Equine Piroplasmosis. I have also prescribed and supervised the treatment for ticks with an approved synthetic pyrethroid spray product."

OR

You will need to provide an original copy of a negative Piroplasmosis cElisa test for Theileria equi that has been performed since November 1, 2009.

And, as usual, you must also provide a negative Coggins test within the past twelve months.

In addition to these requirements Lone Star Park is also developing procedures to minimize the risk of ticks through spraying and vegetation management. We ask that horsemen and veterinarians remain vigilant in watching for ticks and ensure that best management practices are maintained concerning the use of needles.