Winter Hoof
Care
In winter horse’s hooves are likely to experience wet
and muddy conditions which can compromise hoof
health. Here Robinson Animal Healthcare explains...
Thrush
Wet environments or poor hygiene can lead to bacterial growth within the
frog tissues and/or clefts of the frog. The blackened decay of degenerating frog
material is called thrush and is accompanied by a foul smell. Animalintex® can
help with the treatment of thrush by drawing out any discharge. Always consult
your farrier and veterinary surgeon if in doubt or if problems persist.
Bruised Soles
A bruise on the sole of the hoof, may be
caused by the impact of a hoof coming
down on rocky or uneven ground,
although several other factors can be
attributed, it is not an uncommon ailment.
The sensitive structures that lay beneath
the sole (soft tissue between the sole of
the hoof and coffin bone) are damaged
as tiny blood vessels underneath the
sole haemorrhage (bleed). If the damage
to blood vessels is minimal bruising
usually disappears within a few days
and poulticing can help. However, such
damage may result in the formation of a
haematoma (blood blist