Absolute weight is not the only important criterion by which to evaluate the horse. Appearance and condition have always been used as indicators of fitness and health. This condition score system was developed in an attempt to standardize these descriptions and to allow for easier comparison and communication:

A dental exam is a thorough examination of your horse’s mouth. When you have a dental exam of your own mouth your dentist spends time examining your entire mouth and uses instruments to assess each tooth. An equine dental exam is done in much the same way.

A standard vaccination program that fits all horses does not exist. Each stable has unique disease risks and horses within each stable may have different disease risks. The following list is Dr. Vanderwekken’s general guideline for vaccinating horses in central Alberta. Please contact us to determine which protocol and which vaccine is right for your horse.