Vettec Soul - Guard

 

Sole-Guard™ is the first product of its kind to offer fast and effective protection and support for the unshod foot. Simply fill the bottom of the foot with Sole-Guard creating a protective coating that bonds to the foot for three weeks. Sole-Guard sets firm to protect the unshod foot, but retains flexibility to move naturally with the foot, providing comfort and support. Sole-Guard provides complete protection and support in on easy application.

Fast, effective protection and support for the unshod foot.

BLACK- REF 46160

  • Temporary protection for horses transitioning from shoes to barefoot.

  • Fast and convenient - 30 second set time.
  • Provides durable support while retaining flexibility indefinitely.
  • Excellent for use during trail riding to provide protection, comfort and support.
  • Great for providing support for heavy, late term brood mares.
  • Bonds to the foot for up to three weeks.

    Note: a 180cc tube of Sole-Guard typically covers 3-4 (size 00-0) hooves.

 

 

 

 

 

Application Instructions

 

HOOF PREPARATION
  1. Trim and conservatively pare the sole. With hoof knife trim and clean the frog, bars and commisuers.
  2. DRY HOOF THOROUGHLY using a heat gun or hair dryer, even if you don’t think it needs it. Don’t overheat.
PROCEDURE 1 - When working on level surfaces
  1. Immediately after drying, hold the hoof as flat and level as possible.
  2. With the frog turned upward, dispense Sole-Guard and fill in the sole until the desired level is achieved.
  3. This is usually just short of the white line. Do not fill above the level of the wall.
  4. Place plastic sheet over sole and smooth to desired effect.
  5. Hold the hoof for approximately 1 minute, then release.
  6. Remove plastic sheet in approximately 5-6 minutes.
     
PROCEDURE 2 - When working on soft or uneven surfaces
  1. After drying; hold the hoof and dispense Sole-Guard alowing material to flow towards toe.
  2. Apply a foam board to the toe region first and lay the board towards the heel leveling the Sole-Guard material.
  3. Hold for one minute and set the foot down.
  4. Remove foam board after 6 minutes.
EMERGENCY/TRAIL RIDING ROCEDURES
  1. Wire-brush the sole and frog removing all dirt and debris.
  2. Dry the sole and frog using clean rag or towel.
  3. Apply as above using either method 1 or 2.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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