When gums are so pale pink they almost look white, this may be the result of decreased circulation, anemia, fever, and/or systemic shock. If you notice your horse has very pale pink gums, call your vet immediately so they can Read more…
The average Hoof Trimmer in the US makes $30,630. The average bonus for an Hoof Trimmer is $359 which represents 1% of their salary, with 100% of people reporting that they receive a bonus each year. Hoof Trimmers make the Read more…
A healthy horse will have gums that are a salmon color pink, and any variation from this can indicate a serious health issue that requires immediate attention. A healthy horse will usually have gums that are a light salmon pink. Read more…
A toxic line is a red line that appears above the teeth when toxic compounds build up in the blood. Prominent blood vessels in the gums or the sclera (whites of the eyes) are another sign. What causes toxic shock Read more…
Instead of enamel, horses have cementum which is softer and more porous. As such, it absorbs the pigments from the food they eat and can stain easily. Over time, as the horse ages, its teeth will turn from white to Read more…
Any water or saliva that is swallowed will continue to fill the esophagus until it is so full that it runs back into the mouth and pharynx. At this time the horse will start coughing and blowing the fluid back Read more…
Horse teeth have enamel throughout and continuously erupt, unlike human teeth which are coated with enamel and erupt to a predetermined height and stop growing. What animals have similar teeth to humans? 3 – Giraffes and humans have the same Read more…
The collagen is then dried, ground into a powder, and sifted to make gelatin. While it’s often rumored that jello is made from horse or cow hooves, this is incorrect. The hooves of these animals are primarily made up of Read more…
Horse’s teeth reveal their gender. A mature male horse will have 40-42 permanent teeth, and mares have 36-40. This is a general rule because some horses will not develop all teeth and may lose some over time. How can you Read more…
The two most common bits worn by racehorses are a D-bit and a ring bit. Both bits are snaffles, meaning the mouthpiece is made up of two jointed segments of metal. The D-bit is easiest on a horse’s mouth and Read more…