The TMJ, or Temporo-Mandibular Joint, is an area on a horse that easily accumulates both physical and mental stress. Horses are designed to compensate in their bodies when they experience pain or discomfort. When a horse accumulates pain in the TMJ, it will begin to affect their poll. When tension accumulates in their poll, it moves down their neck, through their back, and into their hind end. First step is to rule out any dental problems. Dental issues can be a direct path to pain and tension accumulation in the jaw. If it does appear that your horse has a dental issue, it’s a good idea to re ..read more

We use Bladderwrack in our Pure Sole Hoof Oil. Let's get to know a little more about it! Despite its unusual name, Bladderwrack is actually a form of brown seaweed which is found deep in the ocean. Seaweeds are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals such as selenium, iodine, sulfur, copper, magnesium, zinc, calcium, magnesium, potassium, as well as beta carotene, vitamins A, K, D, E, C, B1, and B2, niacin, and up to 20 different amino acids. Bladderwrack contains mineral salts in their organic form and alginates which are high in protein. Bladderwrack contains high levels of iodine, a tr ..read more

Here are a few of our favorite things about Pure Sole Hoof Oil Contains 100% all natural ingredients; not too many hoof oils can say that! Strengthens while locking in moisture. Slowly infused over 24 hrs with a combination of herbs that act to toughen soles, combat thrush, and encourage healthy frog growth. Penetrates deep into the hoof and can be used on the outer wall and sole for hoof health maintenance. Helps eliminate hoof infections such as thrush, hoof wall separation, cracks, and whiteline disease. So easy to use--just pick out the hoof and paint on frogs, soles and hoof walls! Power ..read more

We use Lemongrass Oil in our Pure Sole Hoof Cleanse. Here are some of the things that are pretty cool about Lemongrass! Antibacterial properties Antifungal properties Anti-inflammatory properties Antioxidant properties It may act as a pain reliever--The citral in lemongrass essential oil may help ease pain as it relieves inflammation. It may help relieve stress and anxiety In humans it may also help: Relieve headaches and migraine Prevent gastric ulcers or relieve nausea Ease diarrhea Reduce cholesterol Regulate blood sugar and lipids ..read more

Apple Cider Vinegar is a common kitchen ingredient which has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. Its powerful anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties also make it the perfect ingredient for our Pure Sole Hoof Mud and Pure Sole Hoof Cleanse. Both of these products were designed to combat common hoof ailments such as thrush and white line disease. Thrush is a common bacterial and/or fungal infection that thrives in the horses frog, specifically along the collateral groves and central sulcus. White line disease is typically a fungal infection of the inner hoof wall, althoug ..read more

Hoof walls are the protective shell that encase and protect the sensitive internal structures of the hoof. Let's talk about hoof walls. Horses' hooves are made up of over 90% protein in the form of keratin, the same protein that forms human hair and fingernails. Keratin is the toughest biological tissue; it forms the beaks and claws of birds, the shells of tortoises and the outer sheath of the horns of mammals such as deer and bison. A typical horse hoof grows about 6–9 mm (roughly ¼ to ½ inch) per month, averaging 9 months to 1 year to completely grow out a whole new hoof. Hoof Walls in laye ..read more

People tend to get pretty alarmed when they see a crack or a chunk of hoof wall missing in their horse's hooves so let’s talk about cracks, some of the more common kinds and causes. Vertical cracks Vertical cracks can happen at any point around the hoof and are usually a sign of excess pressure and stress on the area. They are often found in the front center of the hoof wall at the toe, which can sometimes come from favoring the back of the hoof, placing too much pressure and force on the toe. When you watch your horse in motion note if he is landing relatively flat on the ground or are his to ..read more

Have you ever noticed ripples or rings going horizontally around your horse's hoof walls? Those are stress rings and can be a sign of stressors such as a move, new living environment, dietary changes, recent illness, or metabolic issues. You can use use the average grow formula of roughly 9-12 months to grow an entire new hoof wall to gauge how long ago the stress rings occurred. If the rings are at the top of the hoof wall they are new growth and happened in the past couple of months; if they are half way down the wall then the stressor was roughly 5 or 6 months in the past. If you are makin ..read more

When you go to throw your saddle over your horse do you notice some behavior issues? Does your horse start to swing side to side, flatten its ears, kick out? Don’t assume your horse is just being rude! Sometimes “negative” behaviors from horses are really indicators of pain in the body. In this article, we’ll discuss how to help your horse maintain a healthy, strong back. Tight back muscles can be caused by a variety of reasons such as: • Poor Saddle Fit-This can also include a poor saddle pad fit or the need for a different type of saddle pad • Overworking one canter lead • Injury • Rider Imb ..read more

Pure Sole Soothing Balm helps to sooth nicks and abrasions and relieve skin irritation from bites, midline dermatitis, rubbing, and sweet itch. This gentle and effective balm contains healing ingredients to relieve skin irritations naturally and start the healing process. Starting to apply on a nasty case of Midline Dermatitis How to use Scoop out a small amount and apply a thin layer to nicks, abrasions, scabbed skin, or along the belly to soothe midline itch. Apply daily or as often needed. Packed with all natural, yet powerful healing Ingredients Coconut oil, Olive Oil, Tamanu Oil, Shea ..read more