Pfizer Animal Health partners with customers to contribute to FFA and AABP, AAEP foundations in 2012
 Purchases
of select Pfizer Animal Health cattle and equine prod... More »
AAEP Foundation Asks Veterinarians to Submit Cases for Laminitis Study
 First Laminitis Research Project study attempts
to identify ris... More »
AAEP Foundation/Markel Insurance Company Honor Top-Achieving Veterinary Students with Scholarships
 Eight outstanding equine veterinary students selected for schola... More »
New Jersey Practitioners Selected for 2011 Good Works for Horses Award
 The American Association of Equine Practitioners applauds New Je... More »
Convention Attracts 6,400 to San Antonio
 The 57th Annual Convention of the American Association of Equine... More »
Florida Practitioner Dr. John Mitchell Leads the AAEP in 2012
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Position on the Practice of Tail Docking (2003)Tail docking in horses should only be performed when it is a medical necessity or when it is vital to ensuring the horse’s safety in a work environment. Tail docking should not be performed for cosmetic reasons. To protect the health and welfare of the horse, tail docking should be performed by a licensed veterinarian to ensure adequate pain management, sterile technique and appropriate aftercare. Tail docking should always be done in compliance with individual state laws. |
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