Harris Equine Dental

Harris Equine Dental Harris Equine Dental is a full service mobile equine dentistry serving all over the great state of Oklahoma!

01/27/2025

šŸ¦· Itā€™s a great week to get your horses teeth done and my books are open! šŸ¦·

01/27/2025

Purcell peeps! Iā€™ll be in your neck of the woods this afternoon! Let me know if you want on the schedule! šŸ“šŸ¦·

We hope everyone had a safe and happy Christmas and New Year! If you are wanting on the schedule I would get with my thi...
01/13/2025

We hope everyone had a safe and happy Christmas and New Year!

If you are wanting on the schedule I would get with my this week as next week we have more cold coming and not great working conditions!

12/19/2024

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Shawnee peeps Iā€™ll be in your neck of the woods tomorrow morning! If you want on the list let me know!

12/15/2024

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ā€¢Shawnee peeps Iā€™ll be your way Friday

12/15/2024

šŸ“šŸ¦·PRICINGšŸ¦·šŸ“

If you are within 1 hour from Blanchard
$125 per horse.
If your farther than 1 hour-
$150 per horse.

ā€¢If you provide sedation you will get a $25 discount.
ā€¢Total is due at time of service.
ā€¢I take cash, check, Venmo or cash app
ā€¢Multi horse discounts available

Please message me if you have any questions!

Hereā€™s some food for thought.. this is my hand today after helping a horse, his tooth was so sharp it literally sliced m...
12/15/2024

Hereā€™s some food for thought.. this is my hand today after helping a horse, his tooth was so sharp it literally sliced my finger open like it was butter.. if this can happen to my hand think of all the things sharp points could be doing to your horses cheeks and tongue!

Getting your horseā€™s teeth checked and maintained is essential for their health, comfort, and overall performance.

Happy Friday yall! Reminder I will be in El Reno tomorrow morning, if you want on the schedule let me know asap!
12/14/2024

Happy Friday yall!

Reminder I will be in El Reno tomorrow morning, if you want on the schedule let me know asap!

12/11/2024

šŸ¦·HORSE PEEPSšŸ¦·

I will be in:
Fairview- Friday
El Reno- Saturday

If anyone wants or needs on the books shoot me a call text or message!

Happy Monday everyone! I hope everyone has a good week and donā€™t forget my books are open!
12/09/2024

Happy Monday everyone! I hope everyone has a good week and donā€™t forget my books are open!

Regular dental check-ups are crucial for horses to maintain their overall health and performance. Here are the main reas...
12/04/2024

Regular dental check-ups are crucial for horses to maintain their overall health and performance. Here are the main reasons to get a horseā€™s teeth checked:

šŸ¦· Prevent Dental Problems

ā€¢ Horsesā€™ teeth continuously grow and wear down throughout their lives. Uneven wear can lead to sharp edges, hooks, or ramps that may cause pain or injury to the cheeks, tongue, or gums.

šŸ¦· Improve Eating and Digestion

ā€¢ Poor dental health can lead to difficulty chewing, which reduces the horseā€™s ability to properly digest food. This can result in weight loss, malnutrition, or colic.

šŸ¦· Enhance Comfort and Performance

ā€¢ Dental discomfort can cause behavioral issues, such as head tossing, resistance to the bit, or reluctance to perform. Ensuring proper dental alignment can improve the horseā€™s comfort and responsiveness.

šŸ¦· Detect and Address Issues Early

ā€¢ Regular dental exams can identify problems like loose, cracked, or infected teeth, abscesses, or gum disease before they become severe and more costly to treat.

šŸ¦· Support Aging Horses

ā€¢ Older horses are prone to tooth loss, uneven wear, or periodontal disease. Routine checks can ensure they maintain a good quality of life and appropriate diet adjustments can be made.

šŸ¦· Address Developmental Needs in Young Horses

ā€¢ In young horses, dental exams help monitor the shedding of deciduous (baby) teeth and the eruption of permanent teeth. Early intervention can prevent developmental issues.

šŸ¦· Identify Signs of Abnormalities or Trauma

ā€¢ Dental exams can detect abnormalities, injuries, or foreign objects lodged in the mouth, which could otherwise go unnoticed.

Most equine dental technicians recommend a dental exam at least once a year, but frequency may vary depending on the horseā€™s age, diet, and specific dental needs.

12/03/2024

What is an Equine Dentist?!

An equine dentist is a professional who specializes in the care and maintenance of horse teeth and oral health. Their role is essential for ensuring a horseā€™s overall well-being, as dental issues can impact a horseā€™s ability to eat, perform, and maintain good health.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Routine Dental Exams: Checking for sharp edges, uneven wear, or dental disease.

2. Floating Teeth: Filing down sharp points on teeth that can cause discomfort or injury.

3. Tooth Extractions: Removing problematic teeth, such as wolf teeth or fractured teeth.

4. Bite Alignment: Ensuring the horseā€™s teeth align correctly for proper chewing and bit fit.

6. Dental Disease Management: Identifying and treating conditions like abscesses, infections, or gingivitis.

Why Equine Dentistry Matters:

ā€¢Horsesā€™ teeth grow continuously and wear unevenly due to their diet and eating habits.

ā€¢Dental issues can lead to weight loss, behavioral problems, and performance issues.

ā€¢Regular care improves the horseā€™s comfort and ability to process food efficiently.

Most equine dentists work closely with veterinarians, Regular dental checkups (usually every 6ā€“12 months) are recommended for most horses.

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Blanchard, OK

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