I used a new hoof hardener on a draft horse in Boise and it cracked worse than before.

The label said it was for all breeds, but after applying it to a Clydesdale's front hooves last Tuesday, I saw deep vertical cracks within 48 hours, so what's a better product for heavy horses in dry climates?

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3 Comments

danielhenderson1mo ago

Skip the hardeners and focus on a good hoof oil for moisture.

james_singh71mo ago

Agreed, a flexible hoof holds up better.

alice_kim15d ago

Loads up on the oil like you're saying, @danielhenderson, and you'll start seeing the same pattern everywhere - people overthink the small stuff and miss the simple fix that actually works. It's like how everyone's always chasing the next magic supplement for their horse when a consistent routine and good basic care does ten times more. Stick with the oil and build from that solid foundation.