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AAEP is here. It’s showtime.

Join us for the 2026 American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Annual Convention & Trade Show


December 7–11, 2026, in Las Vegas, NV
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino

Booth #1553
Join the show

Stop by for expert-led learning, fresh perspectives and time with people who know horses. 

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25 years with AAEP
A partnership worth celebrating

For 25 years, we’ve partnered with AAEP to advance equine health, science and education. We’re also proud to have Dr. Sarah Reuss, current AAEP President, as part of the Boehringer Ingelheim team.

AAEP Educational Partner: 25 Years of Partnership

The 2026 Lineup

A few highlights worth experiencing at the show:

Hoof Notes

Hoof Notes   
 

Catch bite-sized educational presentations through wireless headsets Tuesday and Wednesday, from 11 AM–4 PM. 

Hoof Notes

Hoof Notes   
 

Catch bite-sized educational presentations through wireless headsets Tuesday and Wednesday, from 11 AM–4 PM. 

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Happy Hours & National Finals Rodeo
 

Join us Tuesday and Wednesday from 4–6 PM for two evenings of celebration, Wrangler National Finals Rodeo viewing, drinks and snacks. 

Happy Hour Icon

Happy Hours & National Finals Rodeo
 

Join us Tuesday and Wednesday from 4–6 PM for two evenings of celebration, Wrangler National Finals Rodeo viewing, drinks and snacks. 

Sponsored Session

Sponsored Session   
 

Hear from leading experts about equine health, science and clinical practice. 

Sponsored Session

Sponsored Session   
 

Hear from leading experts about equine health, science and clinical practice. 

Hoof Notes

Hoof Notes   
 

Catch bite-sized educational presentations through wireless headsets Tuesday and Wednesday, from 11 AM–4 PM. 

Hoof Notes

Hoof Notes   
 

Catch bite-sized educational presentations through wireless headsets Tuesday and Wednesday, from 11 AM–4 PM. 

Happy Hour Icon

Happy Hours & National Finals Rodeo
 

Join us Tuesday and Wednesday from 4–6 PM for two evenings of celebration, Wrangler National Finals Rodeo viewing, drinks and snacks. 

Happy Hour Icon

Happy Hours & National Finals Rodeo
 

Join us Tuesday and Wednesday from 4–6 PM for two evenings of celebration, Wrangler National Finals Rodeo viewing, drinks and snacks. 

Sponsored Session

Sponsored Session   
 

Hear from leading experts about equine health, science and clinical practice. 

Sponsored Session

Sponsored Session   
 

Hear from leading experts about equine health, science and clinical practice. 

Hoof Notes:

Short sessions. Practical insights.

Tuesday & Wednesday | December 8–9, 2026

11:00 AMThe Role of Hyaluronic Acid in the Joint | Dr. Trent Bliss
11:30 AMHow Home Delivery and Drop-Ship Pharmacy Can Drive Treatment Success | Dr. Julie Settlage
12:00 PMDynamic Endocrine Testing Fast Facts & Point of Care Diagnostics | Dr. Jamie Pribyl & Dr. T.J. Barclay
12:30 PMMastering Equine Gastroscopy: A Practical Demonstration | Dr. Hoyt Cheramie & Dr. Trent Bliss
1:00 PMThe Evolving EHV Landscape | Dr. Kerby Weaver & Dr. Robert Keene
1:30 PMPasture Facts Your Clients Should Know for Their Endocrine Horses | Dr. Julie Settlage
2:00 PMThe Story of EGUS | Dr. Emily Barrell
2:30 PMThe Legend Continues: Building a Joint Health Practice | Dr. Cassandra Cromer
3:00 PMWhat's in the Vaccine That Matters | Dr. Kerby Weaver & Dr. Robert Keene
3:30 PMMastering Equine Gastroscopy: A Practical Demonstration | Dr. Hoyt Cheramie & Dr. Trent Bliss
AAEP 2026 HappyHour
AAEP 2026 HappyHour

Happy Hours:

Raise a glass. Catch the action.

Tuesday, December 8, 4–6 PM
Happy Hour, brought to you by the maker of 
GASTROGARD® (omeprazole) Oral Paste
+ National Finals Rodeo Viewing

 

Wednesday, December 9, 4–6 PM
PRASCEND® (pergolide tablets) 15th Birthday Celebration
+ National Finals Rodeo Viewing   

Don’t miss our sponsored sessions:

Extended Student Program

Monday, December 7

7:30 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00–4:15 PM
Location: Jasmine Ballroom BCD

Preregistration Required

Sunrise Session: Updates from the Equine Endocrinology Groups 
(PPID & EMS/ID)

Wednesday, December 9

6:30–7:30 AM
Location: Lagoon KL

Metabolic/Endocrine Scientific Session      
Wednesday, December 9
2:00–5:00 PM

Location: Oceanside D

AAEP Educational Partners - 25 Years of Partnership

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