Posted by Derin Foor on July 30, 2003 at 19:48:09:
In Reply to: Best hoof acrylic/crack repair posted by Lori on July 30, 2003 at 13:50:51:
: Hello,
: I am wondering what your collective learned opinions are on the pros/cons of the different types of acrylics, puttys and fillers. I am trying to decide what product would work best for a mule that chipped out the very center of his toe, after being trimmed, the size of the chip is equal to a quarter. I put shoes on to prevent further chipping am going back to fill chip tomorrow. Thanks for the info in advance!!
: Lori
Lori,
If it's only cosmetic, why not just leave the shoes on until it grows out and apply Keratex Hoof Hardner a couple times per week.
If the owner insists on filling the area, either Equithane Superfast Set or Equilox will work........these are the two products that I use. They both can be very successful and both can be a complete failure....either way, use more than you need and don't be too concerned about making it pretty...that only weakens the repair
Both require proper preparation and clean, DRY conditions for success.....a cooperative animal is a plus, but what are the odds when you are dealing with the "long ears" :)
Good Luck
Derin