A hyperactive lip occurs when the muscles in the upper lip and under the nose are, well, hyperactive. This repeated overuse of those muscles can cause the top lip to raise and expose gum tissue. Perhaps the most common cause Read more…
Just be sure not to serve her any Jell-O in the near future or your next class speaker may be a representative from PETA. Glue, historically, is indeed made from collagen taken from animal parts, particularly horse hooves and bones. Read more…
With some exceptions, chewing gum generally does not contain animal-derived ingredients. What animal is used in gum? Gelatin. Gelatin is made by boiling animal skin, tendons, cartilage, ligaments, and/or bones. Yum. It usually comes from cows or pigs. Is there Read more…
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…