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QUICK TIP FOR WASHING A DIRTY FOOT BEFORE
TREATMENT
Muddy field conditions this time of year predispose to fungal and bacterial sole infections
that require treatment. Before you whip out the "thrush-busters," bleach water or other products for use though,
be sure to thoroughly wash your horse's affected feet. If there's organic matter (dirt) present, the products won't
work as well or won't work at all.
How do you do this when it's very cold out, the hoses are frozen or
you just don't have easy access to water at the barn?
Here's a solution: Come prepared with a a small
bucket or container of some sort with a couple cups of soapy water (warm if possible) and a small scrub brush. Also have on
hand a spray bottle filled with clean water. Scrub the bottom of the foot with the soapy scrub brush, then rinse with the
clean water in the spray bottle. Repeat if needed. Have your horse stand on a clean dry towel to dry the foot thoroughly,
then apply your product.
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