Wall degradation is the result of numeroUS health problems that affect hooves. From a bruised hoof to laminitis, many problems can frequently caUSe a separation in the walls. Deterioration from wounds and infections requires re-growth of the affected area. Often hoof treatments for horses involve medications that need limited exposure to the elements. In both cases, Equicast is an ideal solution. Providing temporary support, the cast keeps medicine in contact with the infected regions and protects the lower shank long enough for nature to grow back healthy tissue.

A horse's foundation can very well be the base for its overall health. Healthy hooves are essential to happy and dependable horses. Providing valuable horse hoof care should become a regular practice. From daily routines to frequent observation, taking care of the feet will quickly become commonplace with a structured regimen. Cleanings and inspections occurring every day will give the rider or owner an opportunity to become quite familiar with individualities and cUStomary particulars. This will, in turn, allow for quick detection of abnormalities, injuries and infections.

Along with cleaning, regular trimming, proper shoeing and keeping a sanitary environment are all tasks imperative to maintaining effective equine hoof care. USe a farrier whose talents coincide with the style of horses involved. Always have an excellent veterinarian within a phone call's distance. These responsibilities are simple but so essential.

Hooves can be trouble spots for a horse's well being. Habitual care prevents many ailments. Still, their dynamic quality and exposure to varioUS terrain and elements make the feet sUSceptible to varioUS types of problems, such as hoof bruising, abscesses, etc.. Fortunately, when temporary support is needed, Equicast is there to help provide the equine hoof care necessary for ideal recovery. Our system gives protection when a shoe is lost and serves in a makeshift role until a new fitting can take place. From a therapeutic standpoint, our cast provides whole wall stabilization that allows new growth to occur naturally.