BEST PROFESSIONAL HOOF OIL

Recommended and used by the top thoroughbred racing trainers around the world, Five Horses in last years BREEDER'S CUP RACES were using this Professional Hoof Oil. It was invented by a Professional Horse Trainer in Texas that was unable to find a Hoof Oil that solved Hoof Problems that needed to be solved within a certain time frame. This Oil is so penetrating it goes right to the hoof immediately. There is no greasy or wax build up. This is the very best Hoof Oil on the market today! Simple but so complete for the hoof. Ideal for dry, cracked, thin walls, and the problems that farriers have keeping horse shoes on.

SIMPLE NEW USER INSTRUCTIONS

Put it on the entire hoof, top and bottom every day with the brush provided until the hoof is exactly the way you want it to be. Then use only once, twice or three times a week as needed to maintain it.

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HEALTHY HOOVES EQUAL HAPPY HORSES

If your job demanded that you stood on your feet all day or you consider yourself to be an athlete, you surely know how important it is for your feet to be in top condition. Horses are no different. In fact, caring for your horse's Hooves on a daily basis may be one of the most important things you can do to keep the horse healthy and happy. This means that even if you can't get to the barn more than once a day or a few times a week, it is up to you as a responsible Horse Owner to make sure your horse's Hooves are always being taken care of properly.

Though your horse's hooves may seem tough, small particles of dirt left inside can cause a myriad of problems down the road. To be safe and to keep your horse's feet in the best shape possible, it's a good idea to pick them out at morning and evening muck outs (when you clean out your horse's stall), and before and after riding or turnout. When picking the debris out your horse's feet, make sure you get the dirt not only from the sole, but also from the cleft of the frog (located at the heal of the hoof) and the two channels on both sides of the V. An old grooming brush can be used to sweep away any loose debris from the foot. New Horse Owners can enlist the help of an experienced horse-person or a professional farrier to make sure they are cleaning the hooves properly. However, in order to truly care for your horse's Hooves in the best manner possible it's a good idea to obtain a basic understanding of the overall structure of the equine foot.

THE WALL

The wall is the part of the Hoof that's visible when the hoof is on the ground. It is a horny structure that grows like our fingernails, downward from the coronet. In its natural unshod state, the rate of growth equals the rate of wear. When horses were domesticated, shoes were required because heavy work on the road meant the hoof was wearing too quickly.

THE FROG

The frog is nature's anti-slipping and anti-concussion device. It's effectiveness as a shock absorber stems from its size and rubber-like consistency. It is vitally important to ensure a healthy frog. Very often lameness in horses can be traced to accidents that were the cause of an unhealthy frog.

THE SOLE

The sole protects the horse's hoof from injuries underfoot. A healthy sole is slightly concave - somewhat like a saucer turned upside down. This shape works like a suction cup and gives the horse a better foothold.

COMMON PROBLEMS OF THE HOOF

When picking out a horse's hoof, Horse Owners should pay particular attention to the frog - it should look and feel like dark rubber. The cleft of the frog should be checked for signs of thrush, a disease easily recognizable by it's strong, offensive smell. Thrush occurs most often in horses who are kept in stables with poor drainage or stalls that are not mucked out properly, forcing them to stand long hours in urine and dung. The disease can also develop when feet aren't picked out properly or frequently enough. The soles of your horse's feet should be checked for signs of bruising. If bruising has occurred, you would normally notice symptoms like lameness or heat and pain in the sole. However, you may also detect bruising if you see a black spot while picking out your horse's hooves. Corns are the result of bruises to the sole in the region of the heels, just beneath the heels of the shoe. They are most common on the inside of the fore feet. The bruise may be simple or it may be festering, and there will normally be heat in the heel region. Horse Owners should also be on the lookout for cracked heels, which are similar to our chapped hands. This is most often caused by allowing horses to stand around with wet heels or by irritation from bedding, snow, or mud. In the case of shod horses, check to make sure a shoe hasn't been cast (lost). In addition, be sure to check for signs of excessive wear and tear, or for raised clenches on the wall of the foot. Also pay attention to the shape of the foot - is it overlong? If so, you will need to call the farrier. Usually horses will require a visit from the farrier every four to six weeks. They won't always need new shoes, but their feet will need to be trimmed.

CARE OF THE WALL

If the ground is dry or there has been little or no rain, chances are your horse's hooves are dry as well. A healthy wall should have a glossy varnish-like finish. This prevents excessive evaporation from the horn, keeping it from becoming hard and brittle. If the wall has become brittle, Horse Owners can apply WOODY PET Professional Hoof Oil. Also, there are two types of cracks to watch for when examining your horse's hooves. One starts at the bottom and works it's way up, and is usually caused by excessive drying of the wall, and or, improper trimming. The second type starts at the top - the coronary band - and works it's way down. This second type of crack is usually the result of an injury to the coronet.

EARLY DETECTION KEEPS EVERYONE HAPPY

Horse Owners who are diligent about caring for their horse's feet will not only pick out the dirt, but also watch for early signs of complications. As with most physical ailments, early detection of hoof problems is the key to a complete recovery. A responsible Horse Owner will learn all they can about the care of their horse's feet by reading books, talking to the veterinarian, or chatting with the farrier. By doing all you can to keep your horse's hooves in great condition, you'll be sure to keep your favorite equine friend happy, healthy, and standing tall!