Snake River Equine Services LLC

Snake River Equine Services LLC Providing affordable equine dental care. Based out of Shelley, Idaho

I will be in Torrington, Wyoming this Saturday and Sunday 3/21-3/22 doing dentals. I had a few cancellations and looking...
03/17/2026

I will be in Torrington, Wyoming this Saturday and Sunday 3/21-3/22 doing dentals. I had a few cancellations and looking to fill those spots. I have availability for 6 horses. Text 307-359-8613 for an appointment.

12/04/2025

EOTRH week at EDC!

We have had several cases of EOTRH (equine odontoclastic tooth resorption and hypercementosis) this week, and these two cases stood out for two reasons:

1. Very alert owners noticing very subtle changes in their horses:

šŸ¦·One horse not pulling hay out of haynet as vigorously as usual
šŸ¦·One slow to eat hard feed

2. Minimal/ subtle changes in the gums, but severe changes on radiographs

This is a painful disease and something we have to be on the look out for in all horses over 15 years of age. Thankfully for these horses, the owners were quick to realise something was wrong and came to the right place.
As we always say: listen to the owner, they know their horse šŸ“šŸ“

11/12/2025

When did your older horse last have a dental examination?

As winter approaches, and there is less grazing available, itā€™s really important to address the dental health of your geriatric horses.

Older horses are more susceptible to dental issues due to natural changes in their teeth over time, so regular check ups are so important to ensure their comfort and maximum chewing ability.

Common dental issues found in geriatric horses include: Sharp enamel points, senile diastemata, periodontal disease, wear abnormalities, displaced teeth, mobile teeth, absent teeth, infundibular caries and equine odontoclastic tooth resorption and hypercementosis (EOTRH).

Equine teeth naturally wear down over their lifetime due to having hypsondont dentition. As the tooth wears apically, the enamel thickness decreases, resulting in a thinner enamel layer on the chewing (occlusal) surface. Another structural change, which affects the upper teeth, involves the infundibula. Infundibula only extend through 80-90% of the reserve crown; over time these infundibulum will wear out. With thinner enamel and worn infundibula, the teeth become more prone to wear, leading to a faster rate of attrition. This results in smoother teeth surfaces, which can reduce the efficiency of chewing hay.
These age-related changes create irregular wear patterns, contributing to uneven crown height and therefore further compromising chewing effectiveness.

Another physiological age related change is the natural tapering of the teeth which will lead to the development of gaps between the teeth which can trap food and lead to periodontal (gum) disease, mobile teeth and even tooth loss. These gaps are called senile diastemata. In cases of senile diastemata, treatment should be on a case by case basis. Early identification and long term management is really important to ensure the comfort of your horse.

If your older horse does have difficulty chewing hay due to compromised grinding surfaces, dietary changes may need to be considered such as switching to fibre mashes to ensure adequate nutritional intake. Itā€™s important to discuss with your EDT or Vet if this is the case.

Horses are known for their stoic nature, which means they often donā€™t show obvious signs of discomfort until dental issues are advanced. This highlights the importance of frequent dental care, ideally every six months for older horses, to ensure their comfort and identify any problems early to give them the best chance of prolonging their chewing efficiency.

Visit www.baedt.com to find a qualified equine dental technician near you!

11/07/2025

This is very common in mid to older aged horses !!!! Proving just how important equine dentistry is !!!!!! For comfortā€¦šŸ“

Donā€™t forget about your broodmares. They need dental care too!
09/30/2025

Donā€™t forget about your broodmares. They need dental care too!

We proudly serve Idaho, Wyoming and Western Montana. Give us a call, text or Facebook message to get scheduled!
07/21/2024

We proudly serve Idaho, Wyoming and Western Montana. Give us a call, text or Facebook message to get scheduled!

Get your equine friends scheduled this summer for their annual dentals!
06/24/2024

Get your equine friends scheduled this summer for their annual dentals!

Super nice little mare. Sheā€™ll make someone an awesome horse. Sheā€™s built correct and has a great start.
02/08/2024

Super nice little mare. Sheā€™ll make someone an awesome horse. Sheā€™s built correct and has a great start.

01/27/2024

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Itā€™s almost National DENTAL Month! Get 15% routine dentals all month long! Remember dentistry is a standard of care. Exa...
01/25/2024

Itā€™s almost National DENTAL Month! Get 15% routine dentals all month long!

Remember dentistry is a standard of care. Exams and floats should be done every 6-9 months starting at 2.5 years old.

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01/05/2024

This is a great read! Learn more so you can do better!

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83274

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