Hoof soak hack

[charlottein]

I don’t know if any others prefer a hoof soak for thrush, but I bought these small size dry bags from Amazon, and they came with a strap. Works perfect instead of spending more on soaking boots and space on storage. I used an Oxine AH soak as per the hoof-smart website. It is the same as using Cleantrax but cheaper and easier.

 

[Willow Flats]

Charlottien~ I haven't experienced thrush, probably because it is so dry around here, but that is a great tip. It might also be helpful when I use hoof conditioner on my horses dry feet to let it work for a bit because it seems useless to put it on the bottom of his hoof.

 

[HersheyMint]

I don’t know if any others prefer a hoof soak for thrush, but I bought these small size dry bags from Amazon, and they came with a strap. Works perfect instead of spending more on soaking boots and space on storage. I used an Oxine AH soak as per the hoof-smart website. It is the same as using Cleantrax but cheaper and easier.View attachment 47638View attachment 47639

I have not experienced thrush as yet either but I sure like what I'm seeing. Thanks for showing pics. I think they could be useful in other ways also. I may order some to have on hand.

 

[MaryFlora]

I love that tip thank you! The photos are very helpful.

 

[charlottein]

For about 8 years with him I never had thrush, but then started to see some mild central sulcus thrush a couple years ago, probably picked up when he was at the trainers. Now it shows up in the spring after the snow melts into mud. It’s very mild and goes away when it is dry in the summer. I assume it is in the soil now, and I need to figure out how to sanitize the soil of their huge pen! The bags would work great for soaking for an injury too I bet.

 

[Amyln29]

Those look very helpful! Thank you for sharing! Thankfully I haven’t had to deal with this yet! My farrier advised I spray apple cider vinegar on the top and bottom of their hooves daily to help prevent thrush and other hoof issues . Your mini is a cutie!