Date on Honors Thesis

5-2025

Major

Business Administration

Minor

Equine Science

Examining Committee Member

Dr. Shea Porr, Advisor

Examining Committee Member

Dr. Lydia O'Sullivan, Committee Member

Examining Committee Member

Dr. Sarah Lefebvre, Committee Member

Abstract/Description

The objective of this project was to see if there was a difference in views between lay publications in the media and industry professionals regarding welfare issues occurring at equine racetracks. This study focused on the issues of drug usage and racing-related injuries in racehorses. This project examined current lay publications versus surveys of industry professionals discussing the specific welfare issues. These lay publications were reviewed and summarized for comparison to the industry professionals’ responses to the survey.

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