hooves

Cara · 02-27-2006, 08:21 PM

What are some good topical ointments or something that is realatively inexpensive and that makes hooves stronger, hold shoes better, less likely to crack, etc? Supplement ideas are welcome as well (though they tend to be on the expensive side...)

Thanks!

Scc · 02-28-2006, 02:43 AM

there are supplements you can feed them, one called Horseshoers secret. It works great. Also pine tar, you can get that at your local tsc.

equinemama · 02-28-2006, 03:44 AM

We use hoof flex.

SalemsMom · 02-28-2006, 04:58 AM

I agree,hoof flex,is real good,but the old timers use to use,motor oil, it still works good,and usually,you have it around the garage, won't hurt your horse. Pine Tar,is another one,but there is all sorts of supplements,you can get at Tsc.

AnnaBelle02 · 02-28-2006, 05:02 AM

For topical treatments I use Pine Tar.
A friend of mine swears by it and suggested I give it a try. I keep my horses barefoot and even trail ride that way so it's very important that their hooves are in good shape. And I have no complaints about the pine tar! It works very well for keeping the hoof moisturized. I only put it around the corrnet band and heels and you only need to apply it every 3 days or so (its sticky stuff and stays on really well).
Don't put it on if you are going to a show - as I said, it's sticky so it picks up bits of dirt and it's very hard to remove if it isn't worn off some.

JBandRio · 02-28-2006, 07:47 AM

A good trim and a high quality diet.

Seriously, if you have those 2 things, you don't need hoof-specific supplements. If either one is lacking, the feet will have problems.

Shotgun93 · 02-28-2006, 08:08 AM

And, sometimes putting topical treatments on the hooves can actually do them more harm than good.

Super_Trooper · 02-28-2006, 08:15 AM

IN addition to a good trim and quality diet, HYDRATION! I dont like the use of oils and hoof products, they normally end up drying the hoof out.

Friesiangirl · 02-28-2006, 09:10 AM

equess mega-tek coat and HOOF cell rebuilder, i put them on gracies frog, and cornet and hoof wall and they are hydrated and the frog is moveable again LOL

Moostang · 02-28-2006, 09:19 AM

I found with my TB's feet we had a hard time keeping shoes during certain times of the year, so I would put some "tuff stuff" over the nail holes right after the shoeing and that seemed to help. I did this at the recommendation of my shoer, that is the only thing we will put on a hoof and only around the nail holes.

02-27-2006, 08:21 PM	#1
Cara Senior Member+ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: California Posts: 3,735 Images: 27	hooves What are some good topical ointments or something that is realatively inexpensive and that makes hooves stronger, hold shoes better, less likely to crack, etc? Supplement ideas are welcome as well (though they tend to be on the expensive side...) Thanks! __________________ ~It Depends~ Cara ~ http://dressagecowgrl.blogspot.com ~

02-28-2006, 05:02 AM	#5
AnnaBelle02 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,230 Images: 3	For topical treatments I use Pine Tar. A friend of mine swears by it and suggested I give it a try. I keep my horses barefoot and even trail ride that way so it's very important that their hooves are in good shape. And I have no complaints about the pine tar! It works very well for keeping the hoof moisturized. I only put it around the corrnet band and heels and you only need to apply it every 3 days or so (its sticky stuff and stays on really well). Don't put it on if you are going to a show - as I said, it's sticky so it picks up bits of dirt and it's very hard to remove if it isn't worn off some. __________________ I love riding my Standardbred!

02-28-2006, 07:47 AM	#6
JBandRio Senior Member+ Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NC Posts: 22,430 Images: 138 Blog Entries: 12	A good trim and a high quality diet. Seriously, if you have those 2 things, you don't need hoof-specific supplements. If either one is lacking, the feet will have problems. __________________ - JB Acres, owned and operated by Dynamite animals. - It's a wonder horses as a whole don't just kill us all and be done with their misery. - Keep your voice soothing and low - even when things get western (buck1173) - Rio feels good - he bounced an in-and-out

02-28-2006, 08:08 AM	#7
Shotgun93 Senior Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Southwest SD Posts: 13,571 Images: 124	And, sometimes putting topical treatments on the hooves can actually do them more harm than good. __________________ 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

02-28-2006, 08:15 AM	#8
Super_Trooper Senior Member+ Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: BC Canada Posts: 9,472 Images: 77	IN addition to a good trim and quality diet, HYDRATION! I dont like the use of oils and hoof products, they normally end up drying the hoof out. __________________ True commitment begins when you reach the point of not knowing how you could possibly go on, and deciding to do it anyway! http://b1.lilypie.com/mCKWm7/.png

02-28-2006, 02:43 AM	#2
Scc Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 21	there are supplements you can feed them, one called Horseshoers secret. It works great. Also pine tar, you can get that at your local tsc.

02-28-2006, 03:44 AM	#3
equinemama Full Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: In a barn! OK Posts: 68	We use hoof flex.

02-28-2006, 04:58 AM	#4
SalemsMom Senior Member+ Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 1,780 Images: 6	I agree,hoof flex,is real good,but the old timers use to use,motor oil, it still works good,and usually,you have it around the garage, won't hurt your horse. Pine Tar,is another one,but there is all sorts of supplements,you can get at Tsc.

02-28-2006, 09:10 AM	#9
Friesiangirl Senior Member+ Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 9,507 Images: 179 Blog Entries: 22	equess mega-tek coat and HOOF cell rebuilder, i put them on gracies frog, and cornet and hoof wall and they are hydrated and the frog is moveable again LOL __________________ I cannot be expected to think wihtout a good powerbar and some coffee. Stargate Fans Unite.

02-28-2006, 09:19 AM	#10
Moostang Senior Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Northern Calif Posts: 9,822 Images: 681 Blog Entries: 55	I found with my TB's feet we had a hard time keeping shoes during certain times of the year, so I would put some "tuff stuff" over the nail holes right after the shoeing and that seemed to help. I did this at the recommendation of my shoer, that is the only thing we will put on a hoof and only around the nail holes. __________________ Don't poke bears... give them honey! http://moostangproductions.com

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