Posted by Bernard Veilleux on January 14, 2003 at 23:54:50:
In Reply to: Re: Equi-Pak or Equi-Build? posted by SAGE on September 10, 2002 at 12:21:31:
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: Could someone please explain what Equibuild and Equipack is? I have a feeling Equibuild is a silicone based product, and Equipack is a sort of solepack?
: My 21 yr. old Appy has had navicular for at least 5 years. I currently use Natural Balance shoes with wedge pads and solepack. Recently, I have been made aware of the necessity of daily water on the hooves for moisture (see www.strausserhoofcare.com and www.thehorseshoof.com)so I have dug a moat around his feed barrel and keep it filled with water. I am concerned that this may be an invitation to thrush. Your feelings? Also, does the solepack swell when it gets wet, causing painful pressure on my horse's hoof? So, far, my horse is telling me the water is a welcome change. (He's far less lame.)I appreciate your input. Thanks!
: Sage