By looking inside a horse’s mouth it’s possible to accurately determine the age of the horse by looking at its teeth. And, by knowing it’s age, it’s possible to reliably understand the value of the horse. So this idiom is talking about having the right facts or correct information by Read more…
Over time, horses’ teeth continue to erupt and the roots are smaller than the main tooth. As the roots of the teeth erupt in later life, the gaps develop, allowing food to become packed between the teeth. Why do horses have gaps in their teeth? However, horses are occasionally encountered Read more…
Instead of having a hard outer layer called enamel on their teeth, horses’ teeth are covered in a material called cementum that is actually softer and more porous than enamel. Cementum is easily stained, which is why horses usually have yellow or brown teeth. How should a horse’s teeth look? Read more…
Some of the signs of dental problems include: Behavioural problems. Weight loss. Loss of coat shine. Irregular chewing patterns. Quidding (dropping partially chewed food out of the mouth) Unresponsiveness to the bit or head tossing. Excessive salivation. Bad breath. How do you know if your horse needs his teeth done? Read more…
Each tooth is examined and palpated to determine if there are any malocclusions, missing or loose/fractured teeth or periodontal disease. Why do people check horses gums? The color of a horse’s gums can reveal a lot about his health. Yellow to yellowish brown hues typically result from a high concentration Read more…
Aspiration pneumonia is a lung infection caused by inhalation of foreign material. The severity of the inflammation depends on the material inhaled, the type of bacteria inhaled, and the distribution of foreign material in the lungs. What causes a horse to aspirate? Animals that attempt to eat or drink while Read more…
Types of teeth Between 4 and 5 canine teeth (tushes, tusks) between the molars and incisors. Generally all male horses have four canines. However, few female horses (less than 28%) have canines, and those that do usually have only one or two, which many times are only partially erupted. Do Read more…
to prevent the horse getting their tongue over the bit during a race. to preventing ‘choking’, or the airway being obstructed by soft tissue at the back of the mouth during high intensity exercise. What does a tongue tie do for a horse? As well as potentially preventing upper airway Read more…
Bruxism is a commonly observed problem in horses and it is almost always associated with stress, discomfort or pain. This behaviour is often an indicator of a painful or stressful condition in both foals and adult horses. In foals bruxism is often seen associated with the occurrence of gastric ulcers. Read more…
Horse meat is extremely healthy for your dog, as it is packed with proteins, minerals and vitamins such as iron and vitamin B. Can I give my dog horse meat? Horse meat is high in amino acids and is a very lean protein option for dogs with digestive issues or Read more…