Horse Vet for A Day

IMPORTANT UPDATE:

We very much appreciate the tremendous interest in this event. Registration is now closed because we have reached full capacity. We hope you will seek other opportunities to experience veterinary medicine and the hands-on care of horses in your area!

Explore the Veterinary Care of Horses

When: December 6, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. MT
Location: CSU Spur, 4777 National Western Dr., Denver, CO 80216
Who Can Attend: Students ages 12-16

Students will be introduced to the basics of veterinary treatment and horse safety – no prior horse experience is required!

Attendees will rotate through six stations:

• Horse Safety
• Vital Signs
• Wound Care
• Dentistry
• Equine Rehabilitation
• Virtual Reality Anatomy

The event will conclude with a discussion with equine veterinarians about the profession and pathways for veterinary school admission.

Please note that this event has reached full capacity and registration is now closed.

Attendance will be confirmed with the parent or guardian of each registered student prior to Dec. 6.

Questions?

Please contact Sally Baker with the AAEP at sbaker@aaep.org.

About This Event

The American Association of Equine Practitioners is the world’s largest professional association for veterinarians who focus their practice on the treatment of horses. This event is being held in Colorado as part of the AAEP’s Annual Convention in Denver, Dec. 6 – 10.

Thank you to our sponsor, Boehringer Ingelheim!