W. Leon Scrutchfield, DVM

W. Leon Scrutchfield, DVM, is a Professor Emeritus at Texas A&M University with special interests in equine field service and dentistry.

Articles by: W. Leon Scrutchfield, DVM

do i need a dental exam for my horse

Do I Need a Dental Exam For My Horse?

An owner’s Morgan mare might have something wrong with her teeth. A veterinarian with an interest in equine dentistry explains what to expect from the dental examination.

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