Definition: Tushes or canine teeth are small, often pointed, teeth that are sometimes seen growing about midway along the bars of the horse's mouth--the gap between the front incisors and molars. They sometimes need to removed so the horse is more comfortable carrying the bit. Because these teeth can sometimes lay horizontally under the gum, rather than grow vertically, it may not be obvious that horse has them until it shows discomfort holding the bit.
Also Known As: See also: Wolf Teeth
Examples:
We had the horse's tushes removed because they caused him discomfort when carrying a bit.
