Hoof Care
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 Knack Leg And Hoof Care For Horses 2008 New Tra  US $14.97
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 Hoof Care Maintenace Kit US $54.00
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 Clinch Cutter Equine Hoof Care 6 x 2 3 4 US $30.95
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 Nu Hoof Maximizer for Hoof Care 5lb US $78.95
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 NEW Understanding Equine Hoof Care Revised Edition US $16.86
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 Bar F Draft Horse Bell Boots Hoof Care Black Sz M US $44.99
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 NEW Horse Hoof Care US $19.02
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 Horse Hoof Clinchers Horse Shoe Care US $15.00
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 FAST 2DAY UPS MAKING NATURAL HOOF CARE WORK FOR YOU PETE RAMEY US $19.11
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 Horse Boot Davis Hoof Care Medication Barrier Boot Blue Grey Size 1 US $34.50
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Taking Care of Your Horses Hooves
Your horses hooves are extremely important in the way of caring for your horses health. It is best to have them trimmed and shod every six to eight weeks. Usually, the ferrier puts you on his schedule for six weeks out unless something comes up to put it off a week or so. You must also pick your horses feet before and after riding him. Pick up his foot and working from heel to toe, take your hoof pick and clean out the dirt and debris from the hoof and shoe. Dirt being left in the hoof can cause fungal infections and other problem with the legs. And stones left in the hoof can hurt the horses foot. Your stable floor should be kept as dry as possible allowing for proper drainage so that the animal won't be standing in a wet stall. or paddock. Standing in a wet environment for too long will cause the hoof to dry and crack.
The Hoof wall is also important to take care of as it controls the moisture balance. Wash off the foot carefully with a wet hoof brush. In a dry climate this will keep in the hoof moisture. In damp wet climates use hoof oil on the underside of the foot to stop the hooves from becoming weak. It also gives the foot a nice outer appearance. You can ask your ferrier to advise you on what to apply to keep the hoof in good condition.
Feed is important to a horses foot health. Low protein or an unbalanced diet will cause unhealthy horses and hooves. Supplements may be necessary to add to your horses diet. Some horses, when put on a diet with levels of biotin and methionine, will show improved hoof health. Biotin is a vitamin that promotes the health and growth of keratin and other connective tissue. Methionine is an emino acid that is essential for the growth of healthy hooves. Products high in zinc and copper also promote also helps the hoof remain healthy.
It is also important to remember that unless you are riding your horse frequently or in rough terrain, there is no need to have shoes put on. Many horse do just fine with no shoes at all, and in many cases horses that have had shoes on for long periods of time can take a break from them for a month just to rest the hoof.
A few other supplements for hoof care are Manganese, Selenium, Iodine, Lysine, Threonine and B vitamins. The hoof wall is like a humans fingernail, and it grows very slowly at a rate of about three-eights to one-half inch per month. It can take up to a year for healthy tissue to reach the bottom of the hoof, therefore any supplements may take weeks or months to show any results on the hoof.
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Contender Hoof Formula $19 Contender combines all the key ingredients for the maximum hoof growth, pliability of the hoof structure and moisture retention. This revolutionary new product is the first of any hoof formula to include hyaluronic acid (HA) and MSM. HA has been used for years as a skin moisturizer in human cosmetics; and MSM, like DMSO, penetrates, carries and contains sulfur, and important mineral to hoof health. Contender uses HA to attract and retain water in the coronary band - the area responsible for the majority of hoof growth. Also as carriers, HA and MSM help essential nutrients penetrate the coronary band and become incorporated into the hoof's horn fiber. Contender adheres to the hoof and the components are readily absorbed. This unique formulation combines lanolin to soften; pine tar and iodine to stimulate rapid growth. Essential amino acids, minerals and vitamins are added to make Contender the most complete, scientifically formulated hoof formula available today. Contender aids in the treatment of cracked, slow-growing, dry or brittle hooves. Manufactured by No Manufacturer Listed Available sizes Brand 14 oz - $19.00 Quantity: 1 Sizes: Brand 14 oz - $19.00 |
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Stubben Hoof Care $17.95 Care of the hoof is one of the most important aspects for your horse, and Stübben Care Hoof ensures ongoing and long-lasting hoof quality. Easy to use, this is a great product to have on hand around the barn. |
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Phamaka Pedocan Hoof Care Balm $17.95 Phamaka Pedocan Hoof Care Balm is a honey and oil hoof care balm that strengthens the hoof and stimulates growth deep inside the hoof horn. This stabilizes the hoof and makes it healthier. |
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Understanding Equine Hoof Care $9.99 No hoof, no horse. Widely published equine authority Heather Smith Thomas explains exactly why this is in her latest book, Understanding Equine Hoof Care. Her comprehensive approach covers how domestication has compromised the equine hoof and offers instruction on how horses' feet can be returned to a more natural, and healthy, state, through conscientious care. Thomas describes the complete anatomy of the hoof and explains methods to both prevent and treat common foot ailments. These methods include proper shoeing for usage, daily cleaning, trimming, and knowing your horse well enough to spot any deviations that can indicate potential problems. Understanding Equine Hoof Care provides the reader with a wealth of information on how to maintain hoof health, treat minor problems, and know when it's time to work with a vet or farrier. |
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Kinetic Tech Contender Hoof Care $18.95 Kinetic Tech Contender Hoof Care is a revolutionary topical hoof application that combines HA, MSM, amino acids, vitamins and minerals in a product that helps support normal hoof growth while penetrating and moisturizing components quickly separate Contender from the traditional hoof paint. |
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HOOF-it Hoof Stand Standard Horse $174.99 Hoof care the easy & comfortable way! Easy on the horse and the user, the Hoof-it(R) Stand gives you both the post and cradle integrated into one, innovative hoof stand. Features a shock absorbing, integrated rubber cradle and hoof post into one easy-to-use unit. Provides a stable and safe support for the horse, allowing the horse to relax without putting all of it's weight on you. *Magnet Not Included* For additional safety and stability when working with the Hoof-it(R)Stand try the following: Keep one foot on the base unit when working with the Hoof(R) Stand Do not leave the horses leg or hoof in the cradle or on the stand, when unattended. Developed for farriers, veterinarians and horse owners. The innovative design dramatically reduces your risk of getting injured during hoof care tasks. The stand is ideally suited for use with all types of horses, including older horses that require special support and comfort during hoof care tasks. The rubber cushioned cradle fits different hoof sizes and hugs the hoof. Let Hoof-it(R) Hoof Stand deal with the majority of the horses weight during any type of hoof care tasks, rather than your back or knees. Also available in Draft Horse size, see item # BIA61 and Junior Size #E003012 |
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Contender HOOF Care (14 oz) $23.99 Contender Hoof Care features a combination of Hyaluronic Acid (HA), MSM, amino acids, vitamins and minerals to make it the most complete hoof care formula on the market. Contender supports hoof growth and hoof moisture while providing flexibility to the hoof wall, sole, heel, frog and coronary band. Contender uses Hyaluronic Acid to support hoof wall growth by acting as a moisturizer. It attracts and retains water in the coronary band, which is the area most responsible for the majority of hoof wall growth. MSM supports optimal hoof growth by carrying, penetrating and delivering sulfur. Lanolin acts as an additional moisturizer while Pine Tar and Iodine stimulate hoof wall growth. Completing hoof health support, Contender includes essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Stimulates Rapid, High Quality Hoof Growth MSM - Source of Sulfur for Optimal Growth Hyaluronic Acid - Delivers Key Nutrients |
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Hoof Care for Horses $3.95 Expert Hoof Care Advice at Your Fingertips No foot, no horse. It's an old saying, but it rings as true today as it ever did in humankind's history of horsemanship. What can you do to ensure your horse's hooves are sound? Follow the advice of those who know horses' hooves best: farriers. In Hoof Care for Horses, long-time farrier Henry Heymering outlines the best preventative maintenance for hooves, giving practical tips on achieving dry footing, good ventilation in stalls, proper diet, and adequate exercise. You'll learn about the best supplements for hoof health -- and when is the right time to give them to your horse -- as well as how to recognize and treat common shoe and hoof wall problems, sole and frog conditions, and internal hoof diseases. You'll even discover the best way to pick up and clean a horse's hoof, as well as how to properly hold a horse for a farrier. Offering tricks of the trade, expert advice, and simple step-by-step techniques, Heymering makes it easy for owners to practice good hoof care on a daily basis. |
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Hoof Wraps Equine Hoof Bandage $13.95 Hoof Wraps Equine Hoof Bandages were created for your first aid kit. Use for common hoof care such as abscesses thrush stone bruises or use for protection after shoe loss. This Item can be returned for store credit only |
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Pharmaka Pedocan Hoof-Care Gel $15.95 Pharmaka Pedocan Hoof Gel is an innovative oil gel that strengthens hoof and frog making them supple and waterproof. It clings strongly to the hoof even when the horse walks across wet grass. |
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HOOF-it Hoof Stand Junior Blue $149.99 Hoof-it(R) Hoof Stand Jr. Hoof care the easy & comfortable way! Easy on the horse and the user, the Hoof-it(R) Stand gives you both the post and cradle integrated into one, innovative hoof stand. Features a shock absorbing, integrated rubber cradle and hoof post into one easy-to-use unit. Provides a stable and safe support for the horse, allowing the horse to relax without putting all of it's weight on you. The Junior was designed so that the cradle fits hooves up to size 2/140mm, to accommodate ponies, smaller horse breeds and older horses. Of course, the post, cradle and base are all interchangeable with the larger post, cradle, and base of the other HOOF-it(R) 2-in-1 Hoof Stands. *Magnet Not Included* For additional safety and stability when working with the Hoof-it(R)Stand try the following: Keep one foot on the base unit when working with the Hoof(R) Stand Do not leave the horses leg or hoof in the cradle or on the stand, when unattended. Developed for farriers, veterinarians and horse owners. The innovative design dramatically reduces your risk of getting injured during hoof care tasks. The stand is ideally suited for use with all types of horses, including older horses that require special support and comfort during hoof care tasks. The rubber cushioned cradle fits different hoof sizes and hugs the hoof. Let Hoof-it(R) Hoof Stand deal with the majority of the horses weight during any type of hoof care tasks, rather than your back or knees. Also available in Draft Horse size, see item # BIA61 and Standard size #BIA99 |
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Horse Hoof Care $19.95 Cherry Hill, America's most trusted equine expert, teams up with Richard Klimesh, a professional farrier and her frequent writing partner, to address the twin topics of hoof care and horseshoeing. Proper hoof care is one of the most important contributors to a horse's health and well-being. Without sound, well-maintained hooves, an otherwise healthy horse can become lethargic, grouchy, and sullen. With healthy hooves, a horse's noble personality shines. Horse Hoof Care covers what every horse owner needs to know about this critical key to a horse's overall health and performance. Hill and Klimesh explain the anatomy of the hoof, the role of the farrier, and all the principles of good care and maintenance. They also address the ongoing debate on whether or not to shoe and how to proceed with either choice. From addressing gait problems to training a horse for shoeing, and from feeding a balanced diet to performing daily hoof checks, if it affects horse foot health, it's covered here. As with many aspects of horse care, daily routines and consistent treatment can prevent future problems, but even with the best care, horses may develop foot ailments. Readers will find comprehensive coverage of lost shoes, hoof cracks, thrush, clubfoot, contracted heels, and many other common problems, along with advice on treatment. A complete chapter on issues that require a veterinarian tells readers exactly what to look for and how to proceed. Horse Hoof Care is the fifth book in Cherry Hill's Horsekeeping Skills Library, dedicated to giving horse owners the information they need to care for horses in every situation. |
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Banixx Wound and Hoof Care $16.95 Banixx Wound and Hoof Care is an affordable multi-use spray that aids in quick, effective recovery of wounds and infections. This specially formulated antibacterial, antifungal wound spray is ideal for cuts, abrasions, punctures, scratches, rain rot, ring worm, white line disease, thrush and more |
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Phamaka Hypocan Hoof Spray $13.95 Phamaka Hypocan Hoof Spray is a special hoof and frog care spray for healthy hooves and the maintenance of the vital properties. |
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HOOF-it Hoof Stand Draft Horse Combo $229.99 Hoof care the easy & comfortable way! Easy on the horse and the user, the Hoof-it(R) Stand gives you both the post and cradle integrated into one, innovative hoof stand. Features a shock absorbing, integrated rubber draft-sized cradle and hoof post into one easy-to-use unit. Provides a stable and safe support for the horse, allowing the horse to relax without putting all of it's weight on you. *Magnet Not Included* For additional safety and stability when working with the Hoof-it(R)Stand try the following: Keep one foot on the base unit when working with the Hoof(R) Stand Do not leave the horses leg or hoof in the cradle or on the stand, when unattended. Developed for farriers, veterinarians and horse owners. The innovative design dramatically reduces your risk of getting injured during hoof care tasks. The stand is ideally suited for use with all types of horses, including older horses that require special support and comfort during hoof care tasks. The rubber cushioned cradle fits different hoof sizes and hugs the hoof. Let Hoof-it(R) Hoof Stand deal with the majority of the horses weight during any type of hoof care tasks, rather than your back or knees. Also available in Standard Horse Size, see item # BIA99 and Junior size #E003012 |
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Cut Heal Hoof Heal Conditioner $19.19 Cut Heal Hoof Heal is a five in one hoof care ointment for horses, cattle, sheep & goats. It aids in maintaining a healthy frog, sole, heel and coronary band, and helps in preventing brittle, cracked hoof wall and heel |
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Keratex Hoof Gel $27.99 Selected by the Horse-Journal as 2010 "Best Buy". Keratex Hoof Gel The Ultimate All Year Protection For Hooves. Keratex Hoof Gel keeps hoof horn water tight in wet weather, stops cracking in dry. Not a damaging oil, but a powerful hydrophobic treatment that leaves the hoof glistening dry. While Keratex Hoof Hardener repairs damage to the hoof horn's molecular structure caused by water and ammonia, Keratex Hoof Gel quite simply stops the damage from happening in the first place. Keratex Hoof Gel protects hooves from damage caused by manure, urine and excess water absorption. Keratex Hoof Gel allows the hoof to breathe. Air can pass freely through Keratex Hoof Gel in either direction and excess moisture can be expelled from the hoof. No water or typical chemicals can enter the hoof from the outside. Most problems resulting in hooves cracking and losing shoes are caused by the effects of water and ammonia. Keratex Hoof Gel protects the whole hoof capsule by providing a barrier against adverse environmental influences acting on the integrity of hoof horn. Normal hoof oils and greases offer little protection against environmental damage. Once they come in contact with ammonia from urine, they become water soluble emulsions which are quickly washed off, allowing both water and ammonia to permeate the horn. To maintain a healthy hoof capsule, Keratex Hoof Gel allows the horn to breathe. This means that air can pass freely through Keratex Hoof Gel in either direction and excess moisture can be expelled from the hoof, but no water or chemicals can enter the hoof from outside, The function is much the same as semi-permeable cloth used for outdoor clothing, which allows moisture out, but prevents rain from getting in. Horn does not need extra moisture from external sources as the hoof capsule will take care of that naturally from inside. Constant changes in the moisture content of the hoof will result in cracking during the Summer. Used as a standard hoof treatment throughout the year, Keratex Hoof Gel will maintain the moisture content of the hoof at the same natural level, rain or shine, Summer or Winter, turned out or stabled in. This is the answer to maintaining hooves in a healthy condition throughout the year. Hooves will naturally become stronger, harder and more able to resist the stresses of shoeing and work. Because of the waterproofing effect, hooves are easier to clean and dry. Keratex Hoof Gel also contains a natural disinfectant to maintain hooves in a healthy condition. Keratex Hoof Gel will help prevent snowballing if applied regularly to the sole and frog and immediately before going in the snow. If you are showing or going to an event, all you need to do is apply Keratex Hoof Gel, let it dry, and then buff it with a cloth to have a super natural sheen on the hooves. Keratex Hoof Gel does not attract bedding, grass and dust in the same way as grease and oil type hoof dressings. User Notes Sold in 1 liter bottles Do not use conventional hoof |
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Horse Hoof Care Book by Cherry Hill $18.95 Written by trusted equine advisor Cherry Hill and seasoned farrier Richard Klimesh the Horse Hoof Care Book provides all the information you need to help you give your horse the care he needs to put his best foot forward The authors recommend HOOFix® products in addition to providing a complete reference on every element of hoof care with lots of practical advice and wonderful photos. A great addition to your equine library |
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Cut Heal Hoof Heal 16oz $11.49 Hoof Heal 5-1 Hoof Care for Horses, Cattle, Sheep & Goats. Aids in maintaining a healthy frog, sole, heel and coronary band. Aids in preventing brittle, cracked hoof wall and heel. Allows hoof to breathe. An all weather easy brush-on-formula. Deep and rapid penetration with one application providing 3-5 days protection. |
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Cut Heal Hoof Heal 32oz $15.99 Hoof Heal 5-1 Hoof Care for Horses, Cattle, Sheep & Goats. Aids in maintaining a healthy frog, sole, heel and coronary band. Aids in preventing brittle, cracked hoof wall and heel. Allows hoof to breathe. An all weather easy brush-on-formula. Deep and rapid penetration with one application providing 3-5 days protection. |
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Cut Heal Hoof Heal 128oz $45.99 Hoof Heal 5-1 Hoof Care for Horses, Cattle, Sheep & Goats. Aids in maintaining a healthy frog, sole, heel and coronary band. Aids in preventing brittle, cracked hoof wall and heel. Allows hoof to breathe. An all weather easy brush-on-formula. Deep and rapid penetration with one application providing 3-5 days protection. |
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Kinetic Technologies Llc 044057 32oz Contender Hoof Care for Horses $49.82 Revolutionary topical hoof application that combines ha msm amino acids vitamins and minerals. Helps support normal hoof growth while penetrating and moisturizing components quickly separate contender from others. 32 oz. |
