Question 1

How do I recognize dental problems in my horse?

Accepted Answer

Attentive horse owners can recognize dental problems through various behavioral abnormalities. These include resistance to being ridden such as head tossing or trouble with the bridle, altered feed intake with hasty chewing or dropping feed, poor general condition with weight loss despite ample feed intake, as well as insufficiently chewed particles in manure or foul odor from the mouth.

Question 2

What is the procedure for equine dental treatment?

Accepted Answer

Every treatment is preceded by a thorough clinical examination during which the head, jaw joints, and chewing muscles are checked. For the examination of the oral cavity, the horse is sedated if necessary, a full-mouth speculum is fitted, and the head is secured in a special holding device. The subsequent treatment of the teeth is carried out gently by hand or mechanically to restore the chewing balance.

Question 3

What is the IGFP?

Accepted Answer

The International Society for the Functional Improvement of Equine Teeth (IGFP) advocates for high quality standards in equine dentistry. Certified members have passed corresponding practical and theoretical examinations to ensure veterinary treatment at an international standard.

Question 4

What is veterinary osteopathy?

Accepted Answer

Veterinary osteopathy is a purely manual, holistic movement therapy for the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of functional disorders in the musculoskeletal system, organs, and nervous system of the animal. It provides valuable support for early detection and release of tension patterns.

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