Horse Care > Equine Horse Care

Advantages: Helps dry out minor wounds.
Disadvantages: Hole can block.

...for those who are not equine minded, but they are a large part of my life so they fill a fair proportion of my reviews. Actually, it is not really exciting as it is about powder, but it is something I have used and the category is there, so I am writing it. My horses have so many items that I have bought for them, tack, grooming items, rugs, schooling equipment, first aid items, the list is endless, my pocket is bottomless (I wish). Horses are expensive ...
...but they are worth it. Like people, horses need first aid and it is important to keep an up to date first aid box for when it is needed. First Aid Box. * * * * * * * * * * If I were to list everything that should be contained in a first aid box, I would probably miss something out, so I will tell you what is in mine. The veterinary wound powder is part of it, so I will come to that in more detail later. An Air Tight Container Cotton Wool Sterile ... Read review

Advantages: Easy to use antiseptic.
Disadvantages: Not all horses like aerosol

...that I have in my equine first aid kit, is anyone bored yet? Most wounds require a topical application offering antiseptic properties. This Equine Aeroclens Aerosol does just that and is suitable for superficial wounds. What Equine Aeroclens Aerosol? * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Equine Aeroclens Aerosol is an ozone friendly aerosol. The title suggests that it is for use on horses, but the aerosol states that it is for use on ...
...When to use Equine Aeroclens Aerosol. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * The advice on the aerosol is to use it for superficial wounds. If the animal comes in with a cut or graze, assess the situation, ensure that the wound is thoroughly cleaned. If is does not need veterinary advice and if it is considered superficial, the aeroclens can be applied. Grazes are the ideal kind of superficial wound as they are not deep and they ... Read review

Advantages: It works!
Disadvantages: A bit expensive

...has approached I saw the Champion Tails Stain Remover and I thought i'd give it a try. As soon as we had a dry warm day last week I couldnt wait to get it out and try it on both horses!! It has an okay smell (which worried me because I thought the flies might be attracted even more!!) after really giving the tail a good scrub and then hosed it down the change of colour was instant!! Champion Tails Concentrated Stain Remover is specially formulated ...
...mane and tail hair, white socks and stained body hair. The tails stain remover isnt badly priced as its a specialist product but there are some cheaper on the market which also give a good result. You can get the stain remover in either natural or grey in 175g tubs. I opted for the natural as I use can it on both horses. The end result was a nice stain free soft and smooth tail with a noticeable difference in the colour. ... Read review

Advantages: Soft & Easy to use.
Disadvantages: Only 1 size and 1 Colour.

I own the Woof Wear Neoprene Tail Guard and I have done for a few years as its so reliable. Manufactured from soft, flexible neoprene to protect the tail whilst travelling. It has 4mm PX closed cell neoprene, ergonomic design for easy positioning and fit, it is designed to protect from above top of tail right to end of dock. Has a plush outer finish for unlimited strap adjustment and a secure fit and 4 adjustable high density Touch & Close straps. ...
...it slipped down my horses tail, not much but the top of the tail started to poke out. I thought it might be because my horse has quite a thick tail so I decided to put a tail bandage under the tail guard. After this the tail guard didnt slip once!! I also think that having a bandage under the tail is a bit more support and protection. I do think that if you horse has a thick tail or even a very soft (newly washed) the tail guard might slip a bit ... Read review

Advantages: It really works!
Disadvantages: The Price!

I started to use the Keratex Hoof Hardener when my one horse (who doesnt wear shoes) started to get brittle feet and tiny cracks started to appear. A few other people on my hard were using it and when my farrier came out to trim him he recommended it to me but just to use until there was a shown improvement in the feet. I went along to my local shop and bought a bottle (its not cheap) and started to apply it daily when his feet were dry. The smell ...
...pungent! Strengthens poor quality hoof walls so that shoes stay on tight and allows lightly worked horses to remain sound without shoes. It does not produce a surface coating thereby allowing the hoof to breathe and function naturally and works by improving and strengthening the molecular structure of hoofwalls and soles. A little brush came with the pack I bought but I opted to use a normal hoof oil brush. After a few a weeks I noticed an improvement ... Read review