The Mission of the AAEP The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) is the world's largest professional association of equine veterinarians. The AAEP's mission is to improve the health and welfare of the horse, to further the professional development of its members, and to provide resources and leadership for the benefit of the equine industry. (AAEP’s mission statement)”  We at the Auburn Student Chapter of the AAEP strive to further the educational development of our members so that we may provide superior services and leadership for the equine industry of the future.