Midland Equine Dental Services

03/05/2024

If you haven’t already watched the podcast I was recently invited to, grab yourself a tipple and settle down on a drizzly Friday to chat all things equine dentistry > https://youtu.be/RpVBizSvYMw?si=AO-uv3qPYalxQZCA

28/04/2024

Very rare case this week. Three wolf teeth in this young mare, but two were present on the same arcade, where there’s usually only one.

The wolf tooth is a small vestigial tooth situated in front of the first cheek teeth. It is actually the first pre molar. Throughout evolution and the change of diet this tooth no longer has a use.

It is sometimes required to remove these teeth to accommodate the use of a bit. Some horses may never get them. They are present from 6-9 months old, and best extracted, if needed, within the first two years.

26/04/2024

I recently sat down with Genevieve & Katie from the Horsehair & Hearsay podcast to chat all things equine dentistry. Grab yourself a brew or a glass of wine and tune in to hear how I got in to dentistry, funny stories, how teeth and hooves are linked and more >

Embark on an illuminating journey into the world of equine oral health with our latest video, "From Chomping to Champion," featuring Horse Dentist Matt Carte...

23/03/2024

The cutest client of the week goes to Gareth.

08/02/2024

Hi folks. Just to let you all know, the diary is filling up quickly for this year. To avoid any disappointment, please contact me to ensure you’re on track with your horses’ dental schedule. I look forward to seeing you and your horses this year.

23/12/2023

That’s a wrap! Wishing all my wonderful customers and your families a very Merry Christmas, and a happy New Year! 🎄

17/12/2023

Someone’s keen to have their dental checkup 👀🐴 Love to see youngsters with this much curiosity.

14/11/2023

Blast from the past when I was first starting out in my career circa 1999. Although the black & white photos make it feel like much longer 😅 We’ve come a long way with dentistry since then.

14/11/2023

Blast from the past when I was first starting out in my career circa 1999. Although the black & white photos make it feel like much longer 😅 We’ve come a long way with dentistry since then.

03/10/2023

Evening all. Just a quick post to say I’m working my way through all your messages for bookings since returning from holiday. Apologies if you’ve not had an immediate response, there’s a lot to get through. Thanks for your patience and I’ll respond to all your messages as soon as I can. I look forward to seeing you and your horses!

02/10/2023

Sticker restock for all the well behaved horses and ponies out there. More adults request these than the younglings 😄 So be sure to let me know if you’d like one at your next appointment 🌟

28/09/2023

Have you watched our video on how to help prep your horse for the dentist yet? I’d love to know if you’ve tried any of the exercises and how you’re getting on. Don’t forget you can contact Arran at Student Of The Horse for any help with issues such as prepping your horse for any healthcare treatments, trailer loading, young horse prep, foal handling etc. Or if you want to develop your horse for the higher levels whilst maintaining your relationship.

https://fb.watch/nlvR3sYzY_/

25/09/2023

🎣 Out of office is on! 🎣 I’m currently on holiday this week but will be back next Monday. I’ll reply to messages regarding appointments etc as soon as possible when I’m back.

24/09/2023

In the first of my Educational Hub series, I teamed up with Arran Parker, Horsemanship Coach and breeder, from Student Of The Horse, to help you prepare your horses for dental treatments. So grab yourself a Sunday tipple of your choice; glass of wine, whiskey short, or a cuppa. Not only will your Equine Dental Technician appreciate it, but your horses will thank you too!

Arran has over 20 years experience with training horses from all over the globe, from a variety of backgrounds and all ages, so these are real gems he shares with us.

We’d love to hear how you get on with these tips!

18/09/2023

We all know a visit from your horse dentist is as necessary as a visit from your farrier. But it’s not always one that you may look forward to, perhaps because your horse shows some resistance, or it’s the first time having your horse treated. But did you know you can help make the experience a positive one, with a little bit of prep, regardless of your experience?

I’ve teamed up with one of the UK’s top horsemanship coaches, Arran Parker, from Student Of The Horse, to give you some tips on how you can help prep your horse for their dental treatments. Arran has over 20 years experience with training horses from all over the globe, from a variety of backgrounds and all ages, so these are real gems he shares with us. The full video drops this weekend so make sure you’re following and turn on page notifications so you don’t miss it!

04/09/2023

Just a quick announcement to let all of my customers know that Jack, my now former apprentice, has moved on to pastures new with a career change working for his family business. We wish Jack every success with his new career path.

All equine dentistry under the Midlands Equine Dental Services brand will be, for now, carried out by just myself. So please book directly and all enquires to myself on 07799 394445

28/03/2023

With Strangles awareness week just around the corner, and with a few cases popping up within my catchment area, I thought now would be a good time to remind ourselves of how to detect Strangles, and what to do.

The The British Horse Society is a great place to start with a wealth of information. But always remember, if in doubt, call your vet immediately. https://www.bhs.org.uk/horse-care-and-welfare/health-care-management/horse-health/equine-diseases/strangles/

You can view current outbreaks in your area via The Surveillance of Equine Strangles (SES) project > https://app.jshiny.com/jdata/ses/sesview/