Casablanca – Horses take center stage at the 17th Salon du Cheval d’El Jadida, but the event’s conference program invites visitors to look beyond the spectacle.
Taking place from October 13-18, the annual event will dedicate October 16 to a series of conferences bringing together researchers, specialists, veterinarians, and professionals from the equestrian sector.
New perspectives on equine care
The scientific discussions will begin with recent developments in equine health and care.
Equine-assisted therapy will feature among the topics, with a focus on Morocco’s experience with the practice.
The program will also examine equine hydrotherapy and its use in veterinary care and rehabilitation.
Where horses become part of history
The conference will later turn its attention to the horse’s place in Morocco’s past.
One discussion will examine the animal’s presence within the “Makhzen,” while another will consider its relationship with human physical and psychological well-being.
Historical documents will also offer a window into the way Moroccan Sultans cared for their horses.
Alongside this historical research, the program will address efforts to record and preserve the terminology tied to the country’s equestrian traditions.
The shift from veterinary science to history reflects the horse’s broader place in Moroccan society, where its significance extends beyond sport and professional practice.
Inside the latest veterinary advances
Veterinary medicine will take center stage later in the day when the Moroccan Association of Equine Veterinarians hosts a specialized scientific conference.
The agenda includes genetic testing, updated approaches to castration procedures, and methods for diagnosing and treating complex equine conditions.
For veterinary professionals, the sessions provide a forum to discuss developments shaping modern equine medicine. For the wider equestrian community, they offer a glimpse into the science behind horse health and treatment.
A wider view of Morocco’s horse culture
The conference program adds a more academic and professional dimension to the Salon du Cheval d’El Jadida, connecting contemporary research with a heritage that has long placed the horse at the heart of Moroccan culture.
Created in 2008, the Association du Salon du Cheval works to develop Morocco’s horse sector while promoting equestrian culture and safeguarding traditions associated with the kingdom’s heritage.
Its work also focuses on cooperation, innovation, and the growth of equestrian professions. The association aims to strengthen the sector’s wider social and economic role, including its contribution to rural communities.
This year’s conference program reflects that wider mission. For several hours, the horse becomes the subject of scientific research, medical expertise, historical study, and cultural reflection, offering a different way to experience the Salon du Cheval beyond the arena.
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