How much is left in the tank?

March 8, 2015 Comments Off

By Bruce Teague

RECENTLY, I promised to dig up some evidence from vets about the dangers of over-racing, specifically backing up inside a seven day period. That effort will continue but meanwhile here is a quote from Dr John Kohnke, noted vet and author, about post-race stress in general.

This addresses the principle but also could be relevant to a performance last Saturday at The Meadows – of which more in a moment.

Post-Race Stress Related Problems – a review

“Many stress related conditions, such as subclinical cramping, post-race urinary shutdown and respiratory distress can occur with obvious external physical signs within 1-6 hours after a Read full article

Source:: http://www.australianracinggreyhound.com/australian-greyhound-racing/greyhound-betting-australian-greyhound-racing/how-much-is-left-in-the-tank/62215

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