Roaming Herd Equine Services

Roaming Herd Equine Services Equine Dental Services
Alex Orsinger IAED/C

This youngster’s canines came in a little too close to his incisors, causing contact with every bite. Over time, the can...
05/27/2026

This youngster’s canines came in a little too close to his incisors, causing contact with every bite. Over time, the canine became chipped and worn from the repeated interference. Safe to say he’ll be getting some relief now!

4 years ago I took my first step into equine dentistry during a time when life felt completely chaotic. I was searching ...
05/20/2026

4 years ago I took my first step into equine dentistry during a time when life felt completely chaotic. I was searching for something that gave me purpose again. Looking back now, it’s hard to believe how much has happened since then- the horses I’ve worked on, the places this career has taken me, the things I’ve learned, and the relationships I’ve built along the way.

I’m incredibly grateful for every client who has trusted me with their horses, supported my small business, and followed along throughout this journey. Most importantly, I’m thankful for the colleagues and mentors around me who continue to help me grow every single day.

Here’s to many more miles, horses, and floating days ahead 🫶🏼

Finally, a socially acceptable opportunity to say you have a nice ass. 🤣
05/14/2026

Finally, a socially acceptable opportunity to say you have a nice ass. 🤣

I’ve been seeing quite a few new faces here lately, so it felt like a good time for a proper intro 👋🏼I’m Alex, the woman...
05/06/2026

I’ve been seeing quite a few new faces here lately, so it felt like a good time for a proper intro 👋🏼

I’m Alex, the woman behind Roaming Herd.

My story with horses started the same way it does for a lot of us: as a kid at a lesson barn who never quite grew out of it. What started as a phase turned into a lifelong passion, and now most of my free time is spent riding, chasing cows, and wandering the countryside with my horses.

Horses have always been the constant, but my career path didn’t start there. I come from a blue-collar, construction-based family, so I followed that route into engineering. After years of hard work (and plenty of long days), I built a full-time career and have been in that field for about a decade.

But life has a way of shifting your perspective. After losing my mom almost five years ago, I started questioning what I really wanted my day-to-day to look like and sitting behind a desk wasn’t it.

So I made a change.

I went back to school for equine dentistry and started Roaming Herd. For the past four years, I’ve been building this business in the evenings and the weekends.

Getting to work with horses in this way, meeting great clients, and seeing the difference this work makes has been incredibly rewarding, and I’m really looking forward to what’s ahead as I continue to grow.

If your equine companion hasn’t had dental work done this year, consider this your reminder, they’re due!

Send a message here or call/text 571-733-0431 to learn more or get on the schedule.

When I said I wanted to work with horses, I never imagined it would take me down this avenue. And honestly, I’m glad it ...
04/29/2026

When I said I wanted to work with horses, I never imagined it would take me down this avenue. And honestly, I’m glad it did. ✨

Tartar buildup isn’t just a human dental issue.This gelding had significant tartar accumulation on his canine tooth, whi...
04/22/2026

Tartar buildup isn’t just a human dental issue.

This gelding had significant tartar accumulation on his canine tooth, which was irritating the surrounding gum tissue. A quick cleanup makes a big difference in comfort.

Before ➡️ AfterSomething is missing in this mouth… and it’s not subtle once you see it 👀Who can spot it?
04/15/2026

Before ➡️ After

Something is missing in this mouth… and it’s not subtle once you see it 👀

Who can spot it?

If I had a dollar for every time I heard this… I wouldn’t have to work anymore. 🤦🏽‍♀️“The last dental tech just removed ...
04/08/2026

If I had a dollar for every time I heard this… I wouldn’t have to work anymore. 🤦🏽‍♀️

“The last dental tech just removed sharp points and said my horse’s mouth looked great.”

Dentistry should be a lot more than knocking down sharp points.

A proper appointment with a certified equine dental technician should include:

▪️ Full oral exam — cheeks, tongue, gums, teeth
▪️ Checking TMJ for sensitivity
▪️ Looking for retained caps, loose teeth, wolf teeth, erupting teeth
▪️ Evaluating tooth wear and alignment
▪️ Identifying malocclusions like hooks, ramps, ETR, or protuberant teeth
▪️ Addressing issues the owner notices under saddle with the bit
▪️ Explaining findings so owners understand what’s happening in their horse’s mouth

Dentistry isn’t just about the sharp points.
It’s about function, comfort, and long-term health. 🐴🦷

These are a few of my favorite things 🎶Part of working with young horses…caps! These pesky baby teeth usually shed on th...
04/01/2026

These are a few of my favorite things 🎶

Part of working with young horses…caps! These pesky baby teeth usually shed on their own, but in this young guy’s case they stuck around and were causing issues under saddle and while eating. Just look at those sharp points that were pushing into his gums!

Safe to say he’ll be feeling much better for the training days ahead. 🐴

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