SECTION 319.109. Destruction of Horses

(a) If a horse becomes disabled on the racetrack, the rider shall dismount and unsaddle the horse as soon as possible.

(b) If the condition of the horse requires its destruction within the view of the patrons, the commission veterinarian shall ensure that a screen is placed in a manner that shields the horse from the view of the patrons.

(c) The commission veterinarian may order a horse to be euthanized if the veterinarian determines the horse is seriously injured to the extent that euthanasia is in the best and humane interests of the horse. By accepting a license from the commission, an owner or trainer consents to the authority of the commission veterinarian under this subsection.

Source Note: The provisions of this §319.109 adopted to be effective November 3, 1989, 14 TexReg 5623; amended to be effective November 1, 1998, 23 TexReg 10638.