Keratex Hoof Putty

A high tech replacement for Stockholm Tar

Keratex Hoof Putty is a unique type of malleable wax containing slow release organic disinfectants. Use to fill cavities left by conditions such as seedy toe and white line disease and after the removal of abscesses from the sole. This product is the modern replacement for Stockholm Tar and is more efficient and effective as it does not soften the surrounding horn.

Hoof Putty is self adhesive so that it adheres firmly, completely sealing and waterproofing separation cavities and abscess wounds from dirt, dung, urine, moisture and other sources of infection.

Prevents grit and stones entering the hoof between the horn and laminae. Being flexible, Hoof Putty will not drop out or deteriorate, but it is easily removed when required.

User Notes

Hoof Putty is easy to use and only needs to be worked between the fingers to warm and soften it prior to application. As it softens Hoof Putty becomes very tacky and malleable so it is easy to press into the cavity and get good adhesion.

When in situ Hoof Putty hardens to its former state, providing a good seal against water and dirt and immediately starts the slow release of disinfectants into the cavity.

Hoof Putty has the rigidity and strength to support drain tubes through which fluids can be vented from a cavity, or through which medication can be injected.

Keratex Hoof Putty can be used on either shod or unshod hooves, and because it is self-adhesive and flexible it requires no maintenance once in place.

Farriery Tip: To prevent alloy shoes from oxidising where they are in contact with horn, carefully heat Keratex Hoof Putty until it is completely liquid. Then, using a half inch brush, paint the hoof side of the shoe to form a layer about 1mm thick. When cool, nail on as normal.