Equine Dental Care and Health

Dental care is an important part of keeping a horse healthy and happy throughout his life. Learn about common tooth problems and regular dental care in this slideshow.

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A Closer Look at Comorbidities in Horses

Horses can experience more than one disease process at the same time, an occurrence known as comorbidity. In this article, we’ll take a look at equine diseases such as PPID and laminitis that veterinarians most commonly see in conjunction with other conditions.

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Developmental Dental Disorders in Horses

New Imaging Technique for Parrot Mouth in Foals

German researchers found foals can spontaneously correct their own overjets (parrot mouth) within a year. However, they also found that foals born without overjets can develop them within the first few months of life.

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Anemia in the Older Horse

A listener asks about her horse’s anemia, and Dr. Bryan Waldridge explains the causes and what it means.

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Blue-Green Algae: Dangerous to Pets and Livestock

Blue-green algae can produce toxins that affect the nervous system and liver. Exposed animals can die quickly, or they can develop liver failure over several days. Get tips to protect your horse.

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