Nearly 5,500 Soak in Sun and Science at 2016 AAEP Convention
Convention attendees flocked to Orlando, Florida, from across the United States, Canada, and 46 other countries.
Convention attendees flocked to Orlando, Florida, from across the United States, Canada, and 46 other countries.

Thoroughbred trainers must obtain annual continuing education in equine health, welfare, and safety, among other topics.
The board voted to create a regulatory compliance program, setting minimum integrity standards based on the Model Rules.
Van Eps’ research focuses on understanding, preventing, and treating laminitis and other musculoskeletal diseases.

The codes are a guide to preventing and controlling equine diseases that could threaten the breeding industry.

The standards entitle working donkeys, horses, and mules to basic needs such as food, water, and shelter.
Ingram has been an active member of the center’s Advisory Council since 2001.

The partnership supports the Lloyd’s Equine Disease Quarterly, produced by the UK Gluck Equine Research Center.

The award tops off a year of recognition that has also included accolades for the FEI’s #TwoHearts campaign.

Owner John C. Oxley will donate a percentage of the colt’s Grade I earnings to Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation.

Focus groups and a survey revealed industry support for a centralized rule making entity for racehorse medication rules.
A $5 million gift from Seth and Lucy Holcombe’s estate will establish the professorship in honor of Dr. Harry Werner.

The recommendations from the RMTC and NTRA are designed to encourage the use of best practices at racetracks.
The event will take place Oct. 5-8, 2017, at the Kentucky Horse Park.
Jay Hickey was recognized for his contributions to the equine industry and support of equine health and welfare.
Michael Blowen is an advocate of racehorse aftercare and founder of Old Friends Thoroughbred retirement center.
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