Horse Dental Care FAQs

Keeping your horse healthy and happy will require attention to all aspects of their health. At Redtail Equine Veterinary Service, we provide a full range of equine vet services including horse dental care. Keep reading to learn more about horse dental care in Parker, Denver, Castle Rock, Elizabeth, and Kiowa CO.

Why Does Horse Dental Care Matter?

The dental health of any animal is essential to their overall health and quality of life. When the teeth of a horse start to deteriorate it can cause a range of health issues throughout the rest of the body. This can affect your horse's quality of life and can result in infections and pain for your animal.

What Are the Consequences of Unhealthy Teeth?

Unhealthy teeth can also affect your horse. For those horse owners who keep horses as an investment, it is imperative that the animals stay in good shape. If your animals are competitive or if you keep them for breeding purposes, or for re-sale, it is important they are protected from infections. The health of your animal will be evaluated when it is time to receive a return on your investment. An examination of the horse's teeth is often an indicator of the animal's overall health.

How Often Should My Horse's Teeth Be Examined?

In general, your horse dental care needs can be seen during their annual check-up. However, if your horse is having problems with its teeth, you should seek out horse dental care as soon as possible. A horse dental emergency can include a broken tooth, an infected tooth, or any other problem that has you concerned.

Contact Us for More Information from Our Equine Vet

If you would like to learn more about our services, please contact us at Redtail Equine Veterinary Service, serving Castle Rock, Denver, Kiowa, Elizabeth, and Parker, CO. Call us at 303-775-4061 to book an appointment today.