How to Care for a Horse's Teeth

Horse dental health is a precarious business indeed. Horse's teeth are constantly growing, and a horse's top jaw is far wider than the lower jaw. In addition, horse's teeth are highly susceptible to wear. However, by taking preventive measures and taking control of your horse's health from the time it is a foal, you will be taking the first important steps to maintaining good dental health for the duration of your horse's life.

Things You'll Need

  • Horse veterinarian
  • Quiet location for exam
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Instructions

    • 1

      Consult a veterinarian for a dental check up for your newborn foal.

    • 2

      Schedule bi-annual dental examinations for your horse until it reaches five years of age.

    • 3

      Schedule appointments once a year for horses between the ages of five and 15.

    • 4

      Schedule bi-annual appointments for horses older than 15.

    • 5

      Ask your veterinarian to float your horses teeth as needed. Floating is the process of filing a horse's teeth. When certain teeth grow to a point or there are sharp edges, it can cause perforations in the horse's mouth, which can become infected and potentially shorten your horse's lifespan.

    • 6

      Request your veterinarian to remove your horse's wolf teeth to avoid additional dental issues.