How do you make horse hoof dressing?

Natural Hoof Conditioner Recipe

1. 1 part Coconut Oil.
2. 1 part Olive (or Vegetable) Oil.
3. 1 part Aloe Vera Gel.
4. 1 part Vegetable Glycerin.
5. Tea Tree Oil (optional – antibacterial and anti-fungal benefits)

What does turpentine do for hooves?

Venice Turpentine is used on the sole of the hoof to toughen or harden the hoof in cases of soreness or tender footed horses. In this application it can be painted daily on the sole of the hoof and topped with brown paper until the desired results are achieved.

What is the difference between turpentine and Venice turpentine?

Turpentine consists of a mixture of the essential oil (oil of turpentine) and a type of resin called rosin. Either turpentine or rosin may appear in a hoof dressing. True turpentine (also called Venice turpentine) is not drying because it contains the natural essential oil.

How often should you apply hoof dressing?

Apply the grease with a brush directly onto the outside, sole, and frog of each foot. Care for sound hooves: 2 applications a week. Before a competition: 1 application (for beauty). In dry weather: 4-5 applications a week.

What can I use instead of hoof oil?

You can use vegetable oil. It works great, just apply it like any other hoof oil.

Can you use Vaseline on horses hooves?

No, petroleum jelly is not a good choice for conditioning hooves and can actually dry out and be somewhat irritating. Products with natural resins like pine tar, beeswax, and lanolin are preferable over petroleum jelly.

Is lanolin good for horse hooves?

Lanolin helps nourish and preserve natural moisture balance in all weather conditions and maintains the flexibility of the coronet, frog, sole and heels. Stimulates circulation and opens pores, maximizing moisturizing effects to improve the quality of existing hoof while supporting strong and pliable new growth.

Do hoof dressings work?

Hoof dressings are promoted to remedy cracks, splits, moisture loss, and associated lameness. Says Wagner, “Hoof dressings are commercially (prepared) or homemade external hoof wall applications that are ‘reputed’ to be beneficial to the growth, metabolism, and overall health of the equine hoof wall.

Is turpentine safe for horses?

Venice turpentine is an age-old product that’s been used as an astringent in both the medical and farrier fields. An astringent causes biological or exposed tissues to contract, shrink or draw together. Used on sore-soled horses, thin-soled horses or when you need a tougher sole, Venice turpentine is very effective.

How do you apply turpentine to horses hooves?

Spray a solution of 50\% bleach and 50\% water on the sole to kill bacteria. Without letting the hoof touch the ground, apply the turpentine to the sole with a hoof applicator brush or old toothbrush. Many people will then apply a piece of heavy brown paper that is cut slightly bigger than the hoof directly to the sole.