Strong Hooves - Vegan Hoof Oil 450ml can
- Oil for dry hooves in a convenient can with a brush.
Strong Hooves is a vegan hoof oil based on four plant oils that conditions, strengthens and protects the hoof horn against cracking and drying out. 450 ml in a tin with a brush included.
How to use the hoof oil
Wash the hooves before applying the oil. Using the brush supplied with the tin, apply the oil evenly to the damp hoof walls and soles. If the horse has a problem with crumbling edges, spend an extra moment saturating those spots thoroughly.
The optimal frequency is twice a week. In damp periods, or when the horse stands on wet bedding, you can increase this to three applications. Applied regularly to the sole and the area around the frog, the oil supports protection against excessive absorption of moisture. Store the tin away from sunlight.
Ingredients and how the hoof oil works
The formula is based on a blend of four natural plant oils chosen for oiling and nourishing the hoof horn. The oils contain fatty acids (including linoleic and oleic acid) and vitamins A and E, which help to maintain the elasticity and strength of the hoof.
The oil forms a layer that protects dried-out hooves, prevents the horn from becoming brittle and breaking, and with regular use limits the excessive absorption and loss of moisture. This matters especially in changeable weather, because alternately wet and dry ground is one of the main factors that weaken hooves. The formula is entirely vegan.
For which horses and for which problems
The oil is suitable for sport, leisure and breeding horses alike. Horses that spend a great deal of time stabled are exposed to moisture from the bedding, and horses working on different surfaces need protection against cracking. In both cases regular oiling makes a difference.
The product is particularly worth using when the hooves are dry and brittle, when the horn starts to flake at the edges, or after a wet spell. It is also ideal before competitions and photo shoots, giving the hooves a natural, healthy shine.
Video: Strong Hooves in practice
Frequently asked questions
How often should the hoof oil be used?
The recommended use is 2 times a week. In rainy periods or on soft ground, increase this to 3 times. Regular application gives better results than a single intensive saturation.
Does the hoof oil help with thrush?
Strong Hooves has a preventive function. Oiling the sole and the area around the frog limits the absorption of moisture, which encourages infections. Where thrush is active, it is better to choose Blue Hooves.
Can I use this oil on shod hooves?
Yes. The oil is applied to the walls and the sole, so the shoes are not in the way. Apply the product to the horn just above the shoe as well, where hooves tend to be most prone to cracking.
How does Strong Hooves differ from the versions with glitter and with herbs?
The classic version is a universal oil for everyday care. Strong Hooves with Glitter adds a silver sheen for competitions and shows. Strong Hooves with Herbs contains herbal additives that support regeneration. The oil base and the oiling and strengthening action are common to all three.