On Monday, October 19, officials with the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency issued a memo to all Canadian racing bodies announcing that the elimination guidelines for Methylprednisolone will change effective January 1, 2016.

In its release, the CPMA stated that the elimination of Methylprednisolone from a horse can take an extended period of time and that owners and trainers should govern themselves accordingly.

Additionally, the CPMA states that owners and trainers should always consult their own veterinarian for advice and guidelines.

A copy of the memo – which appears in both English and French – can be accessed by clicking here.