AR HB1712

Exempts equine husbandry, massage, farriery, teeth floating, and training from veterinary practice regulations, allowing non-veterinarians to perform these services on equine animals.

Defines "teeth floating" as a husbandry procedure performed above the gum line that includes removal of enamel points and smoothing of dental surfaces, explicitly excluding administration of sedatives.

Establishes a certification program administered by the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission for "certified equine dental practitioners" with three qualification pathways: certification from recognized equine dental organizations, completion of 80 hours of training at approved schools, or prior experience floating teeth on 200+ horses before July 1, 2012.

Requires annual recertification and $100 fees for both initial application and annual renewal of certified equine dental practitioner status.

Authorizes the Livestock and Poultry Commission to investigate unauthorized use of the certified equine dental practitioner title and impose civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation.