N.J. Admin. Code § 13:71-20.23

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 12, June 17, 2024

Section 13:71-20.23 - Registration of nerved horses

(a) Blocking of nerve functions via surgical neurectomy, cryogenic techniques, or any other desensitizing means, whether permanent or temporary, is defined as "nerving".

(b) 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.

(c) Horses that are "nerved" above the area specified in (b) above will not be permitted to race in New Jersey.

(d) It shall be the responsibility of the owner and/or trainer to report all "nerved" horses to the State or Associate State Veterinarian.

(e) A list of all "nerved" horses shall be posted on the bulletin board at the entry room by the State Veterinarian.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:71-20.23

Amended by R.1982 d.109, effective 4/5/1982.
See: 13 New Jersey Register 820(a), 14 New Jersey Register 347(a).
New Rule, R.1988 d.74, effective 2/16/1988.
See: 19 New Jersey Register 2125(a), 20 New Jersey Register 406(a).
Repealed existing rule and inserted new.