2023 Mar 08
The Racing Medication and Testing Consortium (RMTC) is calling for research proposals for 2023
The RMTC is soliciting proposals from qualified researchers for focussed research projects in 2023
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International Group of Specialist Racing Veterinarians (IGSRV)
The International Group of Specialist Racing Veterinarians (IGSRV) is an association that unites regulatory racing veterinarians worldwide. The group was founded in 1985 and has played a major role in promoting the welfare and integrity of horse racing; advises authorities worldwide.
The IGSRV in association with the Association of Official Racing Chemists (AORC) organises a biennial International Conference of Racing Analysts and Veterinarians.
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The Aims of the IGSRV are:
Act as an official association of veterinarians with an interest in horse racing regulatory matters.
To organize meetings of the International Conference of Racing Analysts and Veterinarians (ICRAV)
To promote veterinary science in the rules of racing of the respective regulatory authorities of member countries.
To promote research, knowledge on health and welfare, diseases, pharmacology and drug metabolism of race horses.
Events & Job Opportunities
2023 Mar 08
Replay Videos Available from the Seventh IFAR Conference
The PowerPoint presentations and video replays from the seventh International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) are now available on the IFAR website.
2023 Jan 23
Lead Veterinarians (Equine / Canine / Regulatory)
Each role provides expert advice and services to the Commission and the industry to ensure veterinary and animal care services including sample collection, are delivered in accordance with the Rules of Racing.
2023 Jan 17
Pre-ICRAV Veterinary Workshop
The two-day Veterinary Workshop will allow delegates to update their knowledge and skills in the area of equine kinematics and lameness assessment
2023 Jan 11
RegVet CE 2023: BEST PRACTICES – The Racing Regulatory Veterinarian
The Racing Medication and Testing Consortium’s annual in-person veterinary continuing education event will return March 13 – 14, 2023 at Gulfstream Park in Hallendale Beach, FL
2022 Dec 02
Program for the Seventh International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses Announced
The International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) has announced the program for its seventh conference, which will take place in conjunction with the 39th Asian Racing Conference (ARC), organized by the Asian Racing Federation (ARF).
2022 Nov 01
Position available for the HIWU Director of Equine Medical Resources
Position available for a Director of Equine Medical Resources with the Horseracing Integrity and Welfare Unit
2022 Oct 26
Seventh International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses to be held as part of 2023 Asian Racing Conference in Melbourne
The seventh International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) will be held in conjunction with the 39th Asian Racing Conference (ARC), which is scheduled to take place 14-19 February 2023, in Melbourne, Australia.
2022 Oct 13
Drug Free Sport International has a position available for a HIWU Testing Operations Manager
The HIWU Testing Operations Manager is a key contributor to the strategic operations of the HIWU Testing Program, a division of Drug Free Sport International.
2022 Sep 17
ICRAV 2023 in Hong Kong
The 23rd ICRAV will be held from 17 to 24 September 2023 in Hong Kong, China…..
2022 Sep 07
Webinar Series – Veterinary Surgeon as an Expert Witness
This course also covers the RCVS advice regarding expert witnesses and how to prepare an investigative visit, collect evidence, handle notes, and prepare statements.
2022 Jul 14
Position available for a new Deputy Head of Veterinary Operations with the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board
Position available for a new Deputy Head of Veterinary Operations with the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board…
2022 Jul 06
Veterinary Services Manager position available at Racing Victoria
We have an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Services manager to join the RV team. Reporting to the GM of Veterinary Services, the primary purpose of this role is to be responsible for the end-to-end management of Veterinary Services
2022 Jul 04
Chief Veterinary Officer with the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission
The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission invites applications for the role of a Chief Veterinary Officer. The Chief Veterinary Officer is a key leadership role within the Commission.
2022 Jul 04
Racing Victoria is looking for a suitably qualified General Manager in Equine Welfare
Racing Victoria is looking for a suitably qualified General Manager in Equine Welfare.The General Manager – Equine Welfare is responsible for safeguarding the integrity of the sport through ….
2022 Jun 26
11th International Conference on Equine Exercise Physiology – 2022
ICEEP 11 will be held in Uppsala, Sweden, Sunday June 26 to Friday July 1, 2022.
2022 Jun 22
2022 Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit Returns to Keeneland
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation announced today that it will host the 10th Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit on June 22, 2022, at Keeneland.
2022 Apr 11
ARCI Conference to Spotlight Racing, Sport Regulation
The 2022 annual conference of the ARCI will focus on issues and details surrounding implementation of the US Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act.
2022 Apr 11
RegVet CE 2022
RegVet CE is an educational conference for regulatory and official racetrack veterinarians, presented by the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium (RMTC)…..
2022 Apr 05
International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses to Again Host Virtual Series in April 2022
The International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) announced today that it will be hosting its sixth forum as a series of two virtual webinars in April.
2021 Dec 20
Position available for Industry Racing Regulatory Veterinary Surgeon in South Australia
Applications are invited for the position of Industry Regulatory Veterinarian based in Adelaide. The position reports to the General Manager Integrity/Chairman of Stewards …
2021 Dec 08
Veterinary Operations Manager at The Irish Horseracing Board
Working in the senior veterinary team, with responsibility for office and field-based professionals, the Senior Veterinary Officer will …
2021 Dec 08
Veterinary Surgeon at the National Horseracing Authority in South Africa
The National Horseracing Authority in South Africa is inviting applications for a regional regulatory veterinary surgeon in Kwa-Zulu Natal ….
2020 Sep 15
Employment Opportunity as Official Veterinarian with Racing NSW
Applications are invited for the position of Official Veterinarian based in Sydney…
2019 Jun 27
Regulatory Veterinarian (2 Positions) with Racing Victoria
Racing Victoria (RV) is one of Australia’s leading sporting…
2018 Jul 16
Equine Welfare Manager
We are looking for Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified…
2018 Jan 04
Fellowship Program – Musculoskeletal Pathology of Racehorses at UC Davis
The California Animal Health & Food Safety Laboratory System (CAHFS)…
2017 Dec 16
Position of Chief Veterinary Officer available with The Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission
The NSW Government is seeking to appoint a Chief Veterinary Officer…
2017 May 19
Opening in Veterinary Regulation and International Liaison Department of HKJC for position of Equine Welfare Officer
The Hong Kong Jockey Club is invitaing application for a position of Equine…
Useful Links
Newsletters
MEMBER
The IGSRV produces a newsletter for members twice yearly with information and reports and contributions from the Executive Committee.
Conference Proceedings
MEMBER/PUBLIC
Proceedings from the International Conference of Racing Analysts and Veterinarians are published every two years after each conference.
Teaching Resources
MEMBER
Here you will find resources that can be used for training and continual professional development of regulatory race track veterinarians.
Jobs and Opportunities
PUBLIC
Check out job opportunities that are available for regulatory veterinarians worldwide
Welfare Statement
Good Horsemanship
The housing, feeding and training of racehorses should be compatible with good horsemanship and must not compromise their welfare. Any practices which cause physical or mental suffering, whether in stables, training or racing, should not be tolerated.
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The IGSRV place the horse first and promote the welfare of horses in racing; promote the integrity of horse racing; advise racing administrators on the control of diseases in horses; act with AORC to promote the control of drugs in race horses; organize meetings and an international conference in association with AORC; promote veterinary science in the rules governing horse racing; and promote research on equine diseases and drug metabolism that are important to horse racing.