Complete guide: how to properly care for your horse's hooves

Complete guide: how to properly care for your horse's hooves

Proper hoof care is a fundamental pillar of equine well-being. Neglected hooves can quickly lead to pain, infection, sensitivity, and lameness. Conversely, a simple, regular, and appropriate routine can prevent up to 80 hoof problems.

In this guide, discover how to set up an effective and natural hoof care routine to preserve the health and longevity of your horse's feet.

Why hoof care is essential

The hoof plays an essential role in:

• Shock absorption
• Blood circulation
• Balance and posture
• Locomotion

A poorly maintained hoof promotes the development of thrush, cracks, fissures, sensitivity, and infections. Regular care helps maintain a healthy, supple, and strong hoof.

Step 1: Daily hoof cleaning and trimming

Drainage is the foundation of any routine. It allows for the removal of:

• Mud
• Pebbles
• Manure
• Organic residues

Daily cleaning limits the proliferation of bacteria and fungi responsible for foot pathologies.

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Step 2: Nourish and protect the horn

A hoof that is too dry will crack. A hoof that is too moist will become brittle. The goal is to maintain an optimal hydrolipidic balance.

Using a natural hoof oil helps to:

• Feeding the horn
• To preserve its flexibility
• To limit cracks and chips

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• ➡️ Corsican Immortelle Treatment Oil
• ➡️ Hoof Oliu Care Cade Care Oil
• ➡️ Hoof Oliu Care Liquid Ointment
• ➡️ Hoof Oliu Care liquid treatment

Step 3: Sanitize and care for the fork

The frog is the area most exposed to external aggressions. It requires special attention.

Applying our treatments allows you to:

• Sanitize
• Purify
• Dry the wet areas
• Supporting tissue regeneration

Ideal for both prevention and regular maintenance.

• ➡️ Hoof Oliu Care Clay
• ➡️ Hoof Oliu Care Fork Gel
• ➡️ Hoof Oliu Care Cade Care Oil

Example of an ideal weekly routine

• Lymph node dissection: 5 to 7 times per week
• Nourishing oil: 2 times a week
• Purifying clay: once a week

This simple routine helps maintain healthy hooves all year round.

Mistakes to avoid

• ❌ Neglecting skincare in winter
• ❌ Using overly aggressive or chemical products
• ❌ Space interviews excessively

Regularity is the key to a healthy hoof.

Why choose Hoof Oliu Care for hoof care?

• ✔ Natural and handcrafted skincare
• ✔ Rigorously selected ingredients
• ✔ Respect for the horse and its physiology
• ✔ Field expertise

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