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:eek: so today I noticed he has a freaky extra tooth(possibly more than one but he was quite keen to bite my fingers off so I didn't investigate much further)

What's going on with that and does it need taken out. Doesn't seem to bother him (I am not talking about the wolf tooth incidentally!).

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FfionWinnie said:
:eek: so today I noticed he has a freaky extra tooth(possibly more than one but he was quite keen to bite my fingers off so I didn't investigate much further)

What's going on with that and does it need taken out. Doesn't seem to bother him (I am not talking about the wolf tooth incidentally!).

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i would get it checked out by an equine dentist just to be on the safe side:)
 
I will ask my colleague tomorrow, she breeds mini's, but I would guess that it is one of the mutations that they have. I wouldn't say it compromises his eating :D
 
I would guess as he is a minnie then his mouth is too small and this has caused one tooth to be pushed to the back. It will probably need removing or very regular dentistry as there is no tooth on the upper to help grind that one down! Without regular dentistry or removal then that tooth will very likely grow up into his palate.
 
They can be prone to dental issues because of lack of space in small mouths. How old is he? There should be 6 incisors top & bottom, hard to tell from pic but I would hazard a guess they've not come through 100% straight because of room and that one has been pushed back behind the others. Vet or EDT - might not want to remove unless it was causing issues but it might not wear down properly as not in line with the top set, unless his top set matches!
 
Umbongo said:
I would guess as he is a minnie then his mouth is too small and this has caused one tooth to be pushed to the back. It will probably need removing or very regular dentistry as there is no tooth on the upper to help grind that one down! Without regular dentistry or removal then that tooth will very likely grow up into his palate.
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I will ask his previous owner. She told me every little detail so surprised she didn't mention it.

Unless he has a matching freaky one upstairs to grind it down :eek:
 
sarahann1 said:
I had a freaky extra tooth much the same as that. It wasn't painful at all, hopefully its not sore for Titchy.
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I don't see why it would be, it's just not something I'd come across before and as umbongo said perhaps it would cause an issue if not kept in check (he has chewed a lot of things since he arrived so perhaps he keeps it down that way!!)

I only noticed it when he started chewing the feed bucket :rolleyes:
 
What age is he?

When I was 7ish and getting adult teeth they came through behind my baby ones... I had a double row of about 4 - very freaky too!

When the baby ones fell out the others moved forwards and are some of the smartest I have now :-)

I take it he is well past that stage?

NB I am not a horse.
 
FfionWinnie said:
I don't see why it would be, it's just not something I'd come across before and as umbongo said perhaps it would cause an issue if not kept in check (he has chewed a lot of things since he arrived so perhaps he keeps it down that way!!)

I only noticed it when he started chewing the feed bucket :rolleyes:
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No shouldn't be painful at all. Just may need at least 6 monthly dentist checks rather than the normal yearly visit. I have seen a couple of horses in the past with teeth like this. Eventually the horse stopped eating, dropped weight etc. On examination the horses had created a hole in their palate! Not pretty!

TBH I don't think removal would be an option. Incisors are very hard to remove at the best of times, let alone one in this position, risk of fracturing and leaving sharp fragments etc. A regular check up would be best, if there is a gap in between the front and that tooth, then I would keep an eye out for stuck forage etc.
 
He is about 5. There is a gap and it is less pronounced than the other ones if that makes sense, I know it looks bigger in the pic but its just the angle of the pic. Have emailed previous owner so will let you know what she says.
 
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Previous owner had him for three years and never noticed it, says the vet has looked at his teeth and never mentioned it either! So its never been treated. Will keep an eye on it!
 
Henry had exactly this before I had him. I can't remember what age it was taken out, but definitely aged 3 or more. I think it was taken out 'just because' though, not for any specific problem.

The only time I think it could be uncomfortable is if he was eating a large succulent, like a hard Swede, due to the extra pressure as the pony bites down. Assuming you're not feeding entire Swedes (!), I would also just keep an eye on it.
 
According to my edt the problem with shets is they have as many teeth in their mouth as a normal horse but obviously they have a smaller mouth, either it is a baby tooth and the big tooth has pushed its way throguh before it could come out or there are some extra teeth but if he was mine i would want it out, saves problems later on in life.
 
I've seen a pony with an extra tooth like this and it didn't bother him. So long as he's eating fine I'd leave it and just mention it to the vet next time he comes to see one of your ponies for something else.
 
Doesn't look like a wolf tooth, looks like one of his tushes coming through. As for the extra one, I'd be worried about food becoming trapped behind it as well as excessive growth. Wouldn't be surprised if it only has a small root though, therefore not too hard to remove.
 
FfionWinnie said:
Oooooh. You are right!!!! I better get rid he might eat my daughter, any takers?!

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ETA hmmm hadn't noticed Amber's special expression on this pic :o:D
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FfionWinnie, can I ask what kind of feeder that is please? Is it for all large bales as it looks smaller than the usual ring feeders?
 
It's a plastic ring feeder called a hay bay. It's for horses and fits tightly to help stop waste. I bought it a long time ago and I don't know if they are still made. Enduramaxx make plastic ring feeders which are dearer but very substantial.
 
I do beleive later in life it will cause problems and as it will be so easy to remove, get it removed, agree with food getting stuck etc etc.
 
hi my sec A is 8 and has extra teeth and they are sideways ,my dentist says not to worry he just keeps an eye on them and theyve never needed treatment
.he is very slow bless him in all his development milestones and as ive had him since he was a foal and he particularly enjoys having his teeth rubbed :rolleyes: its easy to keep an eye them:) i would think if titch has managed so far and isnt obviously having problems dont worry but just mention it next time your dentist is around:)
 
Looks like a baby tooth that hasn't dislodged fully. Never met a horse with an extra tooth and my two minis both have a full compliment of teeth all in the right order!

Whatever the cause I would get an edt out to check; if it is a tooth growing in the wrong place or if it is a retained cap it could end up being sore
 
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