Prohibited substances have been found in greyhounds at Kilkenny, Clonmel and Dundalk tracks.
The latest "Adverse Analytical Findings" published by the Irish Greyhound Board, show that prohibited substances were found in samples taken from dogs in November and February.
On 23 November 2018, prohibited substance Carprofen was detected in greyhound Sober Escape at Kilkenny track where he finished 4th in the “Carlow Kilkenny Homecare Fundraiser” race. He continued to be used in racing up until last month.
On 4th February 2019, Acetaminophen was found in Knockmill Girl at Clonmel track. She finished 6th in the “Greyhound Store A3/A4” race, with winnings of €350. She has not been raced since.
A few days later on 8th February, Ibuprofen showed up in greyhound Some Ginger at Dundalk stadium. She finished in 6th position after suffering a fall - https://youtu.be/WhQ6mEZYO6s?t=14 She has not been raced since.
*** Details of “Adverse Analytical Findings received from Bord na gCon Approved Laboratories” published by Irish Greyhound Board ***
https://www.igb.ie/globalassets/rescource-centre/adverse-analytical-findings/adverse-analytical-findings-feb-2019-b1.pdf
Prohibited Substance: Carprofen
Greyhound: Sober Escape
Registered Owner: Mr William Ramsbottom
Trainer/Agent: Mr Karol Ramsbottom
Track: Kilkenny, 23 November 2018
Prohibited Substance: Acetaminophen
Greyhound: Knockmill Girl
Registered Owner: Mr Liam Butler
Track: Clonmel, 4th February 2019
Prohibited Substance: Ibuprofen
Greyhound:Some Ginger
Registered Owner: Mr Adrian Markey
Track: Dundalk, 8th February 2019
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