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Most problems resulting
in hooves cracking and losing shoes are caused by the
effects of water and ammonia. Keratex Hoof Gel protects the
whole hoof capsule by providing a barrier against adverse
environmental influences acting on the integrity of hoof
horn.
Normal hoof oils and greases offer little
protection against environmental damage. Once they come in
contact with ammonia from urine, they become water soluble
emulsions which are quickly washed off, allowing both water
and ammonia to permeate the horn.
To maintain a healthy hoof capsule,
Keratex Hoof Gel allows the horn to breathe. This means that
air can pass freely through Keratex Hoof Gel in either
direction and excess moisture can be expelled from the hoof,
but no water or chemicals can enter the hoof from outside,
The function is much the same as semi-permeable cloth used
for outdoor clothing, which allows moisture out, but
prevents rain from getting in.
Horn does not need extra moisture from
external sources as the hoof capsule will take care of that
naturally from inside. Constant changes in the moisture
content of the hoof will result in cracking during the
Summer.
Used as a standard hoof treatment
throughout the year, Keratex Hoof Gel will maintain the
moisture content of the hoof at the same natural level, rain
or shine, Summer or Winter, turned out or stabled in. This
is the answer to maintaining hooves in a healthy condition
throughout the year. Hooves will naturally become stronger,
harder and more able to resist the stresses of shoeing and
work.
Because of the waterproofing effect,
hooves are easier to clean and dry. Keratex Hoof Gel also
contains a natural disinfectant to maintain hooves in a
healthy condition.
Keratex Hoof Gel will help prevent
snowballing if applied regularly to the sole and frog and
immediately before going in the snow.
If you are showing or going to an event,
all you need to do is apply Keratex Hoof Gel, let it dry,
and then buff it with a cloth to have a super natural sheen
on the hooves. Keratex Hoof Gel does not attract bedding,
grass and dust in the same way as grease and oil type hoof
dressings.
User
Notes - Sold in 1 liter and 500 ml plastic
bottles
Degrease the hoof with acetone to remove
any previous hoof dressings. Use a standard hoof brush to
coat the whole hoof, starting just below the coronary band.
Coat the outer horn, heels, sole and frog with Keratex Hoof
Gel. This will effectively protect the entire hoof from the
effects of water and ammonia.
For horses stabled in, use every two days.
Horses kept out in wet conditions, use every two days.
Horses kept out in dry conditions, use every four days.
Always apply an extra coat of Keratex Hoof Gel before riding
in wet or muddy weather.
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