Dental Care for Tir Na Nog Horses
Horses rely on dental care to maintain their health and wellbeing.
This past June, the annual Dental Day at Horses of Tir Na Nog took place. Forty-four of our sanctuary equines had their dental needs addressed, their weights checked, and receive dewormers and vaccinations.
Adult horses have between 36 to 44 teeth, depending on if a horse has retained its canine and wolf teeth. Horses’ teeth continue to erupt through their adult years. In order for horses to effectively grind their food, a smooth surface must be available. Dental care is an important part of basic equine health. Without regular dental care horses can experience a variety of problems, including difficulty chewing their food, weight loss, and the development of painful mouth sores.
Between dental care, vaccinations, and dewormers, costs total close to $11,000. But this is basic care that all horses need and is an investment in the overall health of horses.
For the second year in a row, the Victorian Roses Ladies Riding Society members volunteered to assist with this day-long project. The Victorian Roses Ladies Riding Society is a re-enactment group that participates in various events and parades. In addition, they raise money for charities, including local equine welfare organizations such as ours.
Horses of Tir Na Nog is a community-supported equine sanctuary that offers a safe-haven to horses with few options remaining, thereby ensuring them a better quality of life. For more information, visit www.horsesoftirnanog.org.
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