New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Chapter 70 - HORSE RACING
Subchapter 20 - TRAINERS
Section 13:70-20.11 - Limitations on entering or starting
Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 13:70-20.11
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024
(a) A trainer shall not enter or start a horse that:
1. Is
not in serviceable, sound racing condition;
2. Is on the stewards, starters or
veterinarians list in any racing jurisdiction;
3. Is not in compliance with
13:70-14A.1;
4. Is blind, or has seriously impaired vision
in both eyes;
5. Is a chronic known
bleeder.
(b) Blocking of nerve functions via surgical neurectomy, cryogenic techniques, or any other desensitizing means, whether permanent or temporary, is defined as "nerving" and is subject to the following restrictions in New Jersey:
1. Only posterior digital "nerving" will be
permitted on horses to be raced. The procedure must be performed posterior to
the first phalanx at a level below the base of the sesamoid bones.
2. Horses that are "nerved" above the area
specified in this subsection will not be permitted to race in New
Jersey.
3. It shall be the
responsibility of the trainer to report all "nerved" horses to the State
Veterinarian or Associate State Veterinarian.
4. A list of all "nerved" horses shall be
posted on the bulletin board at the entry room by the State
Veterinarian.
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