horse dental

How old should my horse be before their first dental?

Many equine veterinarians agree the first dental should take place between six and 12 months of age. At Exclusively Equine, we usually conduct your horse’s first dental examination at nine to twelve months of age, unless dental problems are encountered earlier.  There are many reasons that dental care begins early in your horse’s life, which […]

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How often should I get my horse’s teeth done?

Without routine dental care, your horse’s health, wellbeing and performance will suffer. Every horse should receive a dental examination at least once per year, but more frequent check-ups may be required for your horse.  Unlike humans, your horse’s teeth continue to erupt throughout their life. This unique physiology, combined with their innate chewing behaviours, can

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My horse is dropping weight unexpectedly. What should I do?

There are three common reasons for unexpected weight loss. These include inadequate diet, poor dental care and ineffective worming. If your horse is losing weight unexpectedly, then you should assess these three areas to ensure their needs are being met.  Nutrition  As a general rule, every horse should be consuming 2-3% of their bodyweight in

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