The HorseChannel NewswireUpdated: 03-13-2008

Horse’s death prompts investigation
The Blount County Humane Society in Tennessee is assisting authorities in an investigation of animal cruelty, in which one horse died and others appear malnourished, from KnoxNews. Read More >>

Sick Horse Prompts Racing Suspension In W.Va.
Racing and training at Charles Town Races & Slots have been suspended through at least Thursday evening until officials determine what’s ailing a 4-year-old filly, from WJZ. Read More >>

African horse sickness breaks out in South Africa
The Western Cape Agriculture Department in South Africa has imposed an embargo on the movement of horses into the province, from SABC News. Read More >>

British endurance squad horse injured in road accident
British endurance rider Rachael Claridge has been involved in a road traffic accident with her British squad horse, Blue Chip Prince Meliodas, or “Mel,” from Horse and Hound. Read More >>

Jessica Kurten’s “medication” case to be referred to FEI Tribunal
The complete file on the positive medication case involving the horse Castle Forbes Maike ridden by Jessica Kurten (IRL) at CSI 5* La Baule in May 2007 has been forwarded to the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) Tribunal, from Horse and Hound. Read More >>

Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Launches Campaign to Provide Adequan® i.m. (POLYSULFATED GLYCOSAMINOGLYCAN) Joint Therapy to Horses Aiming for 2008 Olympic Games
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc. are teaming up in an innovative campaign to support U.S. equine athletes in their push to the 2008 Olympic Games, from the USEF. Read More >>