Horse_Illustrated_-_October_2019

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once you’ve seen a large, painful ulcer on a
cheek or tongue, you’ll never forget it.
After fl oating, keep your horse quiet until
the sedation wears off. His mouth may be a
bit tender immediately after the procedure,
depending on how much work was required.
Give him the day off of riding, but unless oth-
erwise directed by your veterinarian, he should
be ready to return to work the following day.
Typically no changes in diet are needed.

Reaching senior status is a sign that your

horse’s teeth need closer inspection. However,

with regular checks, his mouth can be kept in

its best condition no matter his age.  HI

ANNA O’BRIEN, DVM, is a large-animal ambulatory

veterinarian in central Maryland. Her practice tackles

anything equine in nature, from Miniature Horses to

zebras at the local zoo, with a few cows, goats, sheep,

pigs, llamas, and alpacas thrown in for good measure.

Regular

dental

exams by

your vet are

particularly

important for

older horses.

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