Infectious Neurologic Disease Field Diagnostic Guidelines
The AAEP Field Diagnostic Guidelines provide step-by-step instruction for the diagnostic work-up…
Dental Malocclusions – Definition
Mandibular brachygnathism (“parrot mouth” or MAL2) is the condition in which the…
Cryptorchid – Definition
The AAEP has adopted the following definition of retained testicle or cryptorchid. …
Position on Microchips for the Identification of Equids
The AAEP supports the implantation of radiofrequency identification devices (RFID) in equids…
Snake Bite Vaccination Guidelines
Snake Bite Vaccination Guidelines
Tetanus Vaccination Guidelines
Tetanus toxoid is a core equine vaccine and should be included in equine immunization programs for every horse annually.
Venezuelan Equine Encephalomyelitis Vaccination Guidelines
Venezuelan Equine Encephalomyelitis Vaccination Guidelines
Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) Vaccination Guidelines
Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) Vaccination Guidelines
Equine Influenza Vaccination Guidelines
Equine Influenza Vaccination Guidelines
West Nile Virus Vaccination Guidelines
West Nile Virus Vaccination Guidelines
Rabies Vaccination Guidelines
Rabies Vaccination Guidelines
Eastern & Western Equine Encephalomyelitis Vaccination Guidelines
Eastern & Western Equine Encephalomyelitis Vaccination Guidelines
Rotaviral Diarrhea Vaccination Guidelines
Rotaviral Diarrhea Vaccination Guidelines
Potomac Horse Fever Vaccination Guidelines
Potomac Horse Fever Vaccination Guidelines
Leptospirosis Vaccination Guidelines
Leptospirosis Vaccination Guidelines
Equine Herpesvirus (Rhinopneumonitis) Vaccination Guidelines
Equine Herpesvirus (Rhinopneumonitis) Vaccination Guidelines
Botulism Vaccination Guidelines
Botulism Vaccination Guidelines
Anthrax Vaccination Guidelines
Anthrax Vaccination Guidelines
General Biosecurity Guidelines
For the purposes of these guidelines, biosecurity includes all practices intended to…
Wage War on Equine Parasites
Internal parasites are silent killers. They can cause extensive internal damage, and…
Protect Your Horse from EIA
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) is a potentially fatal disease that threatens the…
Learn to Recognize Your Horse’s Dental Problems
It is important to catch dental problems early. If a horse starts…
10 Tips for Weight Reduction in the Overweight Horse
Sound nutrition management, a regular exercise program and veterinary care are key…
Be Prepared for an Equine Health Emergency
Preparation is vital when confronted with an equine medical emergency. No matter…
10 Tips for Caring for the Older Horse
You may think that turning your old-timer out to pasture is the…
10 Tips for Fighting Fungus-Infected Fescue
As many as 700,000 horses may graze fescue pastures or be fed…
Don’t Skip the Purchase Exam
Whether you want a horse as a family pet, a pleasure mount,…
Help Your Foal Grow with Proper Nutrition
Feeding young horses is a balancing act, as the nutritional start a…
10 Tips for Preventing Colic
The No. 1 killer of horses is colic. While horses seem predisposed…
10 Tips for Reducing Your Horse’s West Nile Risk
West Nile virus (WNV) poses a serious threat to horses and humans…
Help Your Mare Have a Safe Delivery
If your mare has made it through 11 months of pregnancy, you’re…
Learn to Recognize the Signs of Laminitis
Although laminitis occurs in the feet, the underlying cause is often a…
Learn to Recognize the Symptoms of EPM
The clinical signs of Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis can be quite varied. Clinical…
Reduce Your Horse’s Gastric Ulcer Risk
Ulcers are a man-made disease, affecting up to 90 percent of racehorses…
Understanding Your Horse Insurance Responsibilities
Whether a horse is purchased for personal or business reasons, ownership represents…
Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign (UHVRC) Application
501(c)(3) equine rescue and rehabilitation facilities in the United States should work…
Client Education Presentation: Understanding Equine Strangles
Owner education events can be a great venue to improve the daily…
Adult Horse Vaccination Chart
CORE VACCINATIONS protect against diseases that are endemic to a region, are…
Foal Vaccination Chart
The two categories reflect differences in the foal’s susceptibility to disease and…
AAEP Guidelines on Equine Exercise
In circumstances where horse owners are unable to regularly ride or otherwise…
Strangles Vaccination Guidelines
Streptococcus equi subspecies equi (S. equi) is the bacterium which causes the…
Client Education Presentation: Immunizations
Owner education events can be a great venue to improve the daily…
AAEP Position on Telehealth
Telehealth is an indispensable collaborative tool for equine veterinarians to enhance diagnostic…
Results from the 2018 AHP Equine Industry Survey
The downloadable report summarizes the results from the five main sections of the 2018 AHP Equine Industry Survey
AAEP/AVMA Economic Report
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) partnered with the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) early in 2016 to produce a survey that explored the economics of the equine segment of the veterinary profession.
EHV FAQ for Owners
Equine herpesvirus (EHV) is a common DNA virus that occurs in horse…
Horse Owner Vaccination Guidelines
An article by Dr. Rober Holland outlining horse owner vaccination guidelines
Guidelines for Equine Veterinary Case Referral
Executive Summary The Veterinary Oath obligates practicing veterinarians to use their knowledge…
Position on Veterinary Management of Broodmares
It is the opinion of the AAEP that the commonly used diagnostic…
Position on Genetic Defects
Introduction and Definitions A. Congenital Defects: Congenital defects include all undesirable traits and pathologic conditions…
Breeding Terminology
Currently being revised. In providing written reports to interested parties, the AAEP…
Horse Owner’s Guide to Compounding
Your Horse’s Life is Not Worth the Risk What every horse owner…
