Good Remedy For Thrush

Moostang · 10-16-2004, 03:44 PM

I used to go with the bleach water... but my horses have not had it in years.

~ClipClop~ · 10-17-2004, 05:36 AM

when my horse had it the vet said to use 100% idoine on it, and also i got my idoine colourless which saves alot of mess. bUT good luck 2 ur friend

Arabian Lover · 10-17-2004, 11:13 PM

Hmmm. I've never heard of anyone using iodine before...but if it works for you, it must be pretty good then.

Abbie22057 · 10-18-2004, 10:43 AM

I've always used bleach/water at a 1:1 ratio. It works very good for me. I put it in a spray bottle and just squirt it on the bottom of the hoof. Hold it up for a few seconds so it can soak it, then let it go. Do that twice a day for a week or so, and it should be gone. I have had that recommended to me by two farriers, both very experienced. I have never used a commercial remedy, but I've heard some of them don't work very well.

DoubleRRanch · 10-18-2004, 03:00 PM

I would think that the bleach would depend on the sensibility of the hoof of that particular horse, but I have used it on my paint and it worked wonders. After about 7 applications the Thrush pretty much cleared up. I would call the vet and give it a shot. Good Luck!

gingersnaps2002 · 10-20-2004, 09:07 AM

I have heard something about sugar and betadine mixed together would get rid of it. But I'm not sure how much to mix or anything,maybe someone else has heard it?? Koppertox works too,but I like ThrushBuster and ThrushRemedy.

Our Secret · 10-31-2004, 02:01 PM

Try using absorbine veterinary liniment(liquid,not gel) because it's suppose to kill bacteria. I have used it in the past and it did work well.

Blistering Winds · 10-31-2004, 05:01 PM

Bleach Water is my favorite kind of treatment. I've used everything on Blister when we'd get it. And the only thing that works the best is the Bleach water. Technically, you dilute it 1:10. 50:50 is strong for horses, especially sensitive horses.

Be careful with any product. I've heard of horses being sensitive to the Kopertox. Either way, watch your horse's feet and legs carefully for signs of reaction.

Busterzkool · 11-02-2004, 01:39 PM

what exactly is thrush?

Shotgun93 · 11-02-2004, 01:45 PM

Thrush is a bacterial infection, or is it fungal, anyway it is caused by manure and other debris hanging around in the hoof for to long. It's also known as hoof rot. A lot of horses have mild forms of it, some have severe forms of it. If you keep feet clean and keep clean bedding in a stall, your horse should be fine. Let me see if I can find a web site that talks more about and can give you a better explaination.

10-16-2004, 03:44 PM	#11
Moostang Senior Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Northern Calif Posts: 9,910 Images: 681 Blog Entries: 55	I used to go with the bleach water... but my horses have not had it in years. __________________ Diet Dr Pepper is a gateway drug to the diet sodas http://moostangproductions.com

10-17-2004, 05:36 AM	#12
~ClipClop~ Full Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Australia Posts: 169	when my horse had it the vet said to use 100% idoine on it, and also i got my idoine colourless which saves alot of mess. bUT good luck 2 ur friend __________________ You are a great champion. When you ran the ground shook. The sky opened and mere mortals parted. Parted the way to victory. Where you will meet me in the winner's circle. Where I will lay a blanket of flowers on your back.

10-31-2004, 05:01 PM	#18
Blistering Winds Senior Member+ Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Augusta, Kansas Posts: 31,979 Images: 831 Blog Entries: 17	Bleach Water is my favorite kind of treatment. I've used everything on Blister when we'd get it. And the only thing that works the best is the Bleach water. Technically, you dilute it 1:10. 50:50 is strong for horses, especially sensitive horses. Be careful with any product. I've heard of horses being sensitive to the Kopertox. Either way, watch your horse's feet and legs carefully for signs of reaction. __________________ HGS is a very powerful, addicting place that is just as bad as cigarettes, however healthier for you AND your horse.

11-02-2004, 01:39 PM	#19
Busterzkool Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Ny Posts: 820 Images: 28	what exactly is thrush? __________________ When riding my horse I no longer have my heart in my chest, but between my knees. There is no secret so close as that between a rider and her horse.

11-02-2004, 01:45 PM	#20
Shotgun93 Senior Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Southwest SD Posts: 13,786 Images: 132	Thrush is a bacterial infection, or is it fungal, anyway it is caused by manure and other debris hanging around in the hoof for to long. It's also known as hoof rot. A lot of horses have mild forms of it, some have severe forms of it. If you keep feet clean and keep clean bedding in a stall, your horse should be fine. Let me see if I can find a web site that talks more about and can give you a better explaination. __________________ In the quiet light of the stable, you hear a muffled snort, the stamp of a hoof, a friendly nicker. Gentle eyes inquire, "How was your day old friend?" and suddenly, all your troubles fade away. -Author Unknown

10-17-2004, 11:13 PM	#13
Arabian Lover Full Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New Zealand Posts: 65	Hmmm. I've never heard of anyone using iodine before...but if it works for you, it must be pretty good then.

10-18-2004, 10:43 AM	#14
Abbie22057 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: GR, Michigan Posts: 1,252 Images: 2	I've always used bleach/water at a 1:1 ratio. It works very good for me. I put it in a spray bottle and just squirt it on the bottom of the hoof. Hold it up for a few seconds so it can soak it, then let it go. Do that twice a day for a week or so, and it should be gone. I have had that recommended to me by two farriers, both very experienced. I have never used a commercial remedy, but I've heard some of them don't work very well.

10-18-2004, 03:00 PM	#15
DoubleRRanch Banned Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Georgia,USA Posts: 33	I would think that the bleach would depend on the sensibility of the hoof of that particular horse, but I have used it on my paint and it worked wonders. After about 7 applications the Thrush pretty much cleared up. I would call the vet and give it a shot. Good Luck!

10-20-2004, 09:07 AM	#16
gingersnaps2002 Banned Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: arkansas Posts: 1,350	I have heard something about sugar and betadine mixed together would get rid of it. But I'm not sure how much to mix or anything,maybe someone else has heard it?? Koppertox works too,but I like ThrushBuster and ThrushRemedy.

10-31-2004, 02:01 PM	#17
Our Secret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Connecticut Posts: 8	Try using absorbine veterinary liniment(liquid,not gel) because it's suppose to kill bacteria. I have used it in the past and it did work well.

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