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Keratex FAQs

A list of common problem areas with equine hoofcare and the products we often suggest. Not all products are available in all markets around the world.

My horse is constantly losing shoes?

Keratex Hoof Hardener – great for strengthening horn and keeping shoes on tight
Keratex Hoof Gel – nourishes the entire hoof and sole, protecting it from deterioration
Keratex Feed Supplement for Hooves (3 kg) – a good choice for long-lasting benefits

My horse has thrush/smelly frogs?

Keratex Frog Disinfectant – a disinfectant which gets at those hard-to-reach areas

My horse’s hooves are cracked/dry/split?

Keratex Hoof Hardener – strengthens hooves, protecting them from cracks and splits
Keratex Hoof Moisturiser – forms a protective, moisturising shield to rehydrate hooves
Keratex Feed Supplement for Hooves – specially formulated to encourage health hoof growth

My horse’s hooves seem soft: he often goes lame?

Keratex Hoof Hardener – strengthens hooves by cross-linking keratin molecules in the horn
Keratex Hoof Gel – strengthens hoof capsule by locking out water, mud, snow, urine and dung
Keratex Feed Supplement for Hooves – promotes healthy, strong hoof growth

My horse is prone to white line disease?

Keratex Nail Hole Disinfectant – disinfecting liquid, with special nozzle for site-specific use
Keratex Feed Supplement for Hooves – encourages healthy growth and restores horn quality

My horse is prone to, mud fever?

Keratex Mud Shield Powder – disinfecting and hydrophobic, protecting legs from mud and water

What can I do about cavities in the soles of my horse’s feet?

Keratex Hoof Putty – antiseptic wax which plugs holes, keeps bacteria out and promotes healing
Keratex Hoof Gel – used daily, this will prevent holes from appearing and promote new growth
Keratex Feed Supplement for Hooves  - specially formulated for healthy new hoof growth

Regular shoeing has left old, open nail holes in my horse’s hooves?

Keratex Nail Hole Disinfectant – site-specific nozzle delivers disinfecting fluid into holes
Keratex Cosmetic Filler for Hooves – easy-to-use disinfectant wax plugs and protects open holes

My horse’s feet have got ugly cracks/splits in them. He has missing hoof horn?

Keratex Hoof Hardener – strengthens and hardens hooves, stops new cracks from appearing
Keratex 3P Hoof Repair – handy DIY kit to repair and replace missing hoof horn
Keratex Polyurethane Hoof Filler – DIY resin kit, plugs cavities and replaces missing hoof horn
Keratex Cosmetic Filler for Hooves – quick and simple way of covering up cracks and splits
Keratex Hoof Moisturiser – this protective and conditioning moisturiser will rehydrate your horse's hooves

My horse’s hooves seem to grow very slowly, and seem to be in poor condition?

Keratex Feed Supplement for Hooves – long-lasting treatment to promote new horn growth
Keratex Hoof Hardener – strengthens and hardens existing hoof horn, promotes good condition
Keratex Hoof Gel – protects hooves from the elements: wet ground, stabling, sand arenas, tarmac
Keratex Hoof Moisturiser – conditions and moisturises hoof horn, hydrates hooves in hot weather

My horse’s hooves are in good condition, but they tend to look scruffy on smart days out?

Keratex Hoof Shield – a unique varnish, which brings out shine and leaves hooves looking glossy