Wolf teeth can cause problems in some horses but not others — and ultimately that is the main consideration when deciding whether to remove them in the interest of your horse’s health and comfort.

Proper dental hygiene is essential not only for people but also for horses, which require regular dental care to maintain their health and comfort. Veterinarian Dr. Rebekah Hartfield says many horse ...

February is National Pet Dental Health month, a time when pet owners are reminded that routine oral care is an important aspect of their animal’s well-being. Just like their small animal counterparts, ...

There is evidence that even ancient horses received dental care, and now caregivers can use motorized tools to keep the animals healthy. By Sarah Maslin Nir You’re not supposed to look a gift horse in ...

Some tooth problems in horses start early. A foal may be born with an overbite (“parrot mouth”) or underbite (“sow mouth”) if the jawbones are mismatched in length. If these abnormalities are ...

Dear Dr. Vittoria: Do horses’ teeth chatter when they are cold like ours? I don’t know how to tell if my horse is cold. – Concerned horse owner Dear Concerned: Horses don’t actually chatter their ...

When was the last time you had your horse’s teeth checked by a vet or equine dental technician? If you have ever experienced toothache, you will know how painful it can be, as well as the efforts you ...