CRACK REPAIR PACK

CRACK REPAIR

Designed to nourish deep within the keratin cells of the hoof. Reduces the potential for stressing and cracking to appear in the outer wall layer. Ideal for treating verticle cracking, sand/ minor cracking or brittle hooves.

HOOFSTIK

Specifically formulated to be used on a damaged hoof.   Can be used for;

• Nourishing damaged hoof cells
• Filling cracks, missing hoof and nail holes
• Providing a barrier on the hoof wall, frog, sole and heel
• Cosmetic application when showing

Instructions for use are included.

Regular Pack - Crack Repair 500ml, HoofStik 40g 

Bonus Pack - Crack Repair 1 Litre, 2 x HoofStik 40g

There are cracks that run in a vertical line from the base of the hoof and usually follow the direction of the keratin tubules.  These vertical cracks most often occur in the area of the toe. (cover the distance between the centre front around to each quarter side point)

Possible Causes

• Imbalance in the hoof conformation, often flares
• Brittleness causing the cell bonds to breakdown
• Poor nutrition
• Fungal Infections and excess moisture
• Very dry, scaly hooves
• Wounds, scars, genetics

TREATMENT- Firstly seek professional advice from your farrier/trimmer, in relation to possible causes or other underlying issues. Secondly use a good quality hoof oil once a day for a week, then 3-4 times a week there after to provide the hoof with nutrients to feed the damaged cells and help them repair.  This will encourage healthy hoof growth and in time with correct trimming or shoeing the cracks will grow down and out, not up towards the coronet band where permanent damage may result. You can fill any large cracks with a hoofstik, this will create a breathable barrier protecting the cracks from environmental debris entering.