The evolution of the modern horse with a single hoof on each limb from a dog-sized ancestral species with multiple digits is an example of macro evolution. What is the mutation known as trisomy 21 quizlet? The mutation known as trisomy 21, in which an extra copy of chromosome 21 Read more…
A pink slightly moist tongue with a thin white coating is the reflection of perfect organ function. What does it mean if a horses tongue is black? If the tongue has a redder cast to the purple, it indicates Heat stagnation. The stagnation is more extreme when the tongue is Read more…
Dental caries in your horse refers to tooth decay. The cause is an imbalance of the pH of your horse’s mouth resulting in plaque buildup. This condition can create secondary problems for your horse if left unchecked. What causes caries in horses? “In many cases, feed becomes packed into the Read more…
As with their human counterparts, horses may develop type 2 DM as a result of IR and EMS, but DM is relatively uncommonly identified in the equine species. Can a horse become diabetic? Though it is not nearly as common in equines as in humans, diabetes mellitus (type 1 or Read more…
Preventing pneumonia Minimize stress, particularly when mingling with other horses or transporting horses over long distances. Check with your veterinarian if pre-existing conditions may make your horse vulnerable to pneumonia. Maintain management of other previously diagnosed illnesses. What are 3 ways to prevent pneumonia? You can help prevent pneumonia by Read more…
Typical costs: Average cataract surgery cost with insurance for both eyes: $1000 or more. Appointments (801) 266-2283. Understanding Equine Cataract Surgery. How long does it take to remove a horses eye? The procedure takes 30-45 minutes to perform and requires an overnight stay at the hospital. Your horse will be Read more…
Equine teeth have an interweaving fold of hard enamel and dentin. The enamel is important for grinding feedstuff. The chewing surfaces of the teeth must have enamel-to-enamel contact. What are horse teeth made of? Therefore, each horse has both an erupted clinical crown and un-erupted reserve crown. The teeth are Read more…
By age 5, most horses have their full complement of permanent teeth. An adult male horse has 40 permanent teeth. A mare may have between 36-40, because mares are less likely to have canine (bridle) teeth. Deciduous (Baby Teeth) 1st incisors (centrals) Birth or 1st week 3rd incisors (corners) 6-9 Read more…
Aural Plaque in Horses. Also called aural papilloma, aural plaque is a condition affecting the inside of a horse’s ear. A white, plaque-like material, it sometimes appears thick and crusty. In most cases, there is tender pink skin underneath the plaque. How do I get rid of plaque on my Read more…
Large strongyles — aptly known as blood worms or red worms — are the parasites most closely associated with anemia. Both the larvae and the worms cause damage that leads to blood loss, and consequentially, anemia. Which 3 parasites cause the most damage to the horse? Probably the most important, Read more…