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Dentistry for the horse is important for his comfort and for the comfort of
the rider. Many behavioural problems in the horse can be attributed to mouth
problems that cause pain and discomfort; not accepting the bit, head
shaking, champing at the bit, pulling and even bolting, as horses are
naturally flight animals and they will run away from pain.
Regular six monthly checks by the equine dentist are advisable. The dentist
will keep an eye open for any problems that might be developing, he might
remove sharp edges by filing and give you advise on the course of action you
need to take with your horse.
DEFRA run an approved BEVA/BVDA equine dentistry exam in the UK. A full list
of equine dentists who have passed the exam and joined the British
Association of Equine Dental Technicians is listed at:
www.beva.org.uk
Training:
Training as an Equine Dentist:
This can be gained working alongside an experienced Equine Dentist and later
sitting the recognised BEVA/BVDA exam.
Hartpury College now offers a 3 year degree course in Equine Dentistry
covering the theoretical aspects. This has to be followed by practical
experience working with an experienced Equine Dentist before sitting the
recognised BEVA/BVDA exam.
www.hartpury.ac.uk
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Equine Dentists:
www.equinedentistry.co.uk
www.equine-dentistry.co.uk
www.horsedentistry.co.uk
www.nags-gnashers.com
www.futureequineservices.co.uk
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