MAHAN & DONALDSON - Key Persons
John attended California Polytechnic College and the University of Arizona while studying veterinary science, genetics, animal nutrition, animal physiology, horse shoeing, breeding improvement, and horse and animal science.
His 45-plus years of hands-on involvement with Thoroughbreds, both as an owner and consultant, began as a veterinary assistant and polo groom in England. From 1979 to 1982, John was employed by Bloodstock Research Co. in Lexington, Kentucky. His responsibilities included buying horses, mare matings and performing conformation evaluations for appraisals.
Since 1982, John has served the Thoroughbred industry as an appraiser and consultant to leading owners and breeders on matters related to buying, selling and breeding.