It is difficult to emphasize just how important good oral hygiene and dental attention is for the domestic horse. Dental care is sometimes over looked by owners as teeth cannot be seen clearly unlike a hoof with a loose shoe, which would be rectified with a call to the farrier. Booking an Equine Dental Technician (EDT) or vet at least once a year for a maintenance check up is essential for a balanced and comfortable mouth.
Do not wait until there are obvious signs of dental problems as prevention is definitely better than cure when it comes to equine dentistry - what starts out as a minor problem will accelerate over time. Dental care can help extend the life expectancy of a horse and improve its quality of life. Poor teeth will often result in poor digestion, eventual loss of condition and possibly behavioural problems.
Dental problems may be congenital, genetic, trauma related or due to simple wear patterns that escalate into major malocclusions (abnormal contact between opposing teeth).
Do not wait until there are obvious signs of dental problems as prevention is definitely better than cure when it comes to equine dentistry - what starts out as a minor problem will accelerate over time. Dental care can help extend the life expectancy of a horse and improve its quality of life. Poor teeth will often result in poor digestion, eventual loss of condition and possibly behavioural problems.
Dental problems may be congenital, genetic, trauma related or due to simple wear patterns that escalate into major malocclusions (abnormal contact between opposing teeth).
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I have ridden for over 20 years and have a degree in Equine Science & Management, which provides me with a greater understanding of your horse e.g.
I trained at the New Zealand School of Equine Dentistry, instructed by Warwick Behrns EqDT, IAED/CA.
He has worked internationally, including instructing at The American School of Equine Dentistry for 6 years.
I received very comprehensive tuition with huge emphasis on practical experience.
During my training I was exposed to over 700 equine mouths, varying from simple procedures to advanced cases e.g.
I trained at the New Zealand School of Equine Dentistry, instructed by Warwick Behrns EqDT, IAED/CA.
He has worked internationally, including instructing at The American School of Equine Dentistry for 6 years.
I received very comprehensive tuition with huge emphasis on practical experience.
During my training I was exposed to over 700 equine mouths, varying from simple procedures to advanced cases e.g.
Domestication of the horse has led to huge changes in his management and diet.
Horse teeth erupt approximately 2-3 mm a year, but in the wild they would be worn down naturally by grazing for up to 16 hours a day on coarse, low nutrient grasses.
A feral horse would have a life expectancy of around 12 years due to limited dentition - if a predator or parasites didn't kill him first.
Therefore it is important to look after the teeth, which in turn will help keep the horse healthy for longer.
Horses should be kept in as natural environment as possible e.g.
Horse teeth erupt approximately 2-3 mm a year, but in the wild they would be worn down naturally by grazing for up to 16 hours a day on coarse, low nutrient grasses.
A feral horse would have a life expectancy of around 12 years due to limited dentition - if a predator or parasites didn't kill him first.
Therefore it is important to look after the teeth, which in turn will help keep the horse healthy for longer.
Horses should be kept in as natural environment as possible e.g.
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