RECOGNIZING DENTAL PROBLEMS
Horses with dental problems may show obvious signs, such as pain or irritation, or they may show no noticeable signs at all. That is due to the fact that some horses simply adapt to their discomfort. For this reason, periodic dental examinations are essential. Indicators of dental problems include: Loss of feed from mouth while eating, difficulty with chewing, or excessive salivation Loss of body condition Large or undigested feed particles (long stems or whole grain) in manure Head tilting or tossing, bit chewing, tongue lolling, fighting the bit, or resisting bridling Poor performance, such as lugging on the bridle, failing to turn or stop, even bucking Foul odor from mouth or nostrils, or traces of blood from the mouth Nasal discharge or swelling of the face, jaw, or mouth tissues Oral exams should be an essential part of an annual physical examination by a veterinarian. Every dental exam provides the opportunity to perform routine preventative dental maintenance. The end result is a healthier, more comfortable horse.

The farrier and your horse, will be good friends
The farrier, is the life line to healthy hooves. It is important to get your equines feet taken care of about every six weeks. The farrier will trim the hooves, and put on shoes when wanted or needed. They can also tell you if the horse is having any kind of trouble, with feet and legs. He/she will also know the early signs of thrush. Which causes the frog( soft part on bottom of hoof) to slowly rot away. This can lead to more serious problems if not dealt with right away.

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