Hoof Power Hoof Shield Artisanal Hoof Clay | 200g
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Hoof Shield – Artisanal Hoof Clay | 8oz / ~200g
Hoof Shield – Artisanal Hoof Clay is a premium, hand-crafted hoof packing clay, designed to support hoof health in challenging conditions. Hoof Shield - Artisanal Hoof Clay combines natural drawing clays with other natural ingredients to help maintain and protect hooves. Engineered for performance in real-world environments - from wet turnouts to daily wear.
Crafted by tradesmen, for the trade. A premium hand-crafted hoof packing clay combining natural drawing clays with targeted antimicrobial ingredients. A smaller size for on-the-go use.
Ideal For
- Thrush-prone hooves
- White line separation
- Hooves exposed to constant or frequent moisture
- Deep sulci and frog cracks
- Post-trim or shoeing maintenance
Supports
- Cleaner, drier hoof environment
- Natural drawing action
- Long-lasting adhesion in tough conditions
- Daily hoof care routines
Ingredients
- Copper Sulfate: Supports hoof cleanliness in moisture-prone areas
- Zinc Oxide: Protective barrier and skin support
- Inactive Ingredients: Natural clays, plant-based oils, botanical extracts, natural waxes
Why Hoof Shield Works
- Draws & Cleans - bentonite clay formula helps pull out moisture
- Protects - forms a barrier against environmental exposure
- Adheres - stays in place even in wet turnout
- Balances - supports a healthy hoof environment
Specifications
- Product Type: Hoof packing clay
- Size: 8oz / ~200g
- Use: External use on horses only
Frequently Asked Questions
About Hoof Shield
What is Hoof Shield and what is it used for?
Hoof Shield is an artisanal hoof clay formulated to support cleaner, drier, healthier hoof environments. It is designed for use in the frog, sulci, central sulcus, white line voids, shallow hoof gaps, and moisture-prone areas where debris and bacteria can accumulate. It is intended to help support hoof care in areas affected by moisture, odor, thrush-prone conditions, white line separation, frog cracks, and post-trim or shoeing maintenance. It is not a substitute for proper trimming, farrier care, veterinary diagnosis, or treatment of serious hoof disease.
Is Hoof Shield medicated?
Hoof Shield is an external-use hoof care product made with ingredients commonly used to support cleaner and drier hoof conditions. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. For serious hoof issues — lameness, deep infection, severe odor, bleeding, heat, swelling, or worsening symptoms — consult your veterinarian and farrier.
What makes Hoof Shield different?
Hoof Shield was farrier-developed for practical, real-world hoof care. It is designed to stay in place, pack into cracks and crevices, support a drier hoof environment, and protect areas exposed to moisture, mud, manure, and daily wear — not just perform in ideal conditions.
What are the ingredients and why are they used?
Hoof Shield contains a bentonite green clay base, zinc oxide, copper sulfate, raw honey, and an essential oil blend.
Bentonite Clay — creates the packing body of the product, holds Hoof Shield in place while drawing and managing moisture in hoof cracks, sulci, and voids.
Copper Sulfate — helps support a cleaner hoof environment in areas where moisture, debris, and odor accumulate. Used at a controlled level within the formula.
Zinc Oxide — supports a protective barrier and helps maintain a healthier surface environment on the hoof.
Raw Honey — contributes to texture, adhesion, and hoof-packing performance. Helps keep the clay workable during application.
Directions for Use
How do I apply Hoof Shield and how much should I use?
- Clean the affected hoof area before use.
- Remove loose debris, manure, mud, and compromised material.
- Apply a thumb-sized amount into the affected sulci, central sulcus, white line void, frog crack, or hoof gap.
- Press firmly so the product fills the space and stays in contact with the hoof.
- For larger gaps or deeper sulci, more product may be needed.
How often should I reapply?
Reapply every 48–72 hours, or as needed based on hoof condition, weather, turnout, and moisture exposure. Mud, wet turnout, heavy manure exposure, deep sulci, and high-moisture environments may all require more frequent reapplication. Always clean the area before reapplying.
Can Hoof Shield be used daily, preventatively, or after trimming?
Yes to all three. Hoof Shield may be used as part of a regular daily or preventative maintenance routine in moisture-prone areas or hooves with a history of sulci cracks, frog issues, or white line separation. It can also be used for post-trim or shoeing maintenance when the hoof has cracks, sulci, or moisture-prone areas that benefit from a protective clay.
Can Hoof Shield be used under pads or packing?
Hoof Shield may be useful in certain hoof-packing situations, but any use under pads, shoes, pour-in materials, or specialty applications should be discussed with your farrier. Do not trap product over active infection, drainage, or compromised tissue without professional guidance.
Storage & Texture
How should I store Hoof Shield?
Store Hoof Shield in a cool, dry place with the lid tightly closed. Keep it out of direct sunlight and avoid prolonged exposure to heat. No refrigeration needed — normal room or tack-room temperature is fine.
What happens if it gets too hot or too cold?
Heat may soften the product — keep the lid closed and allow it to cool before use. Cold temperatures may make it firmer — allow it to return to room temperature before applying. Do not microwave the product.
What if my Hoof Shield dries out?
Add a very small amount of distilled water or alcohol-free witch hazel and mix slowly with a clean plastic, wood, or silicone tool until the clay returns to a workable consistency. Add moisture gradually — a little goes a long way. Avoid metal tools.
What consistency should Hoof Shield have?
Hoof Shield should have a dense, packable clay texture — firm enough to stay in place but soft enough to press into cracks, sulci, and hoof voids.
Safety, Ordering & Best Results
When should I contact a veterinarian or farrier?
Contact a veterinarian if your horse shows signs of lameness, heat, swelling, bleeding, severe pain, deep infection, drainage, or foul odor that worsens. Contact your farrier if you notice hoof cracks, white line separation, deep central sulcus cracks, recurring thrush, imbalance, loose shoes, or persistent hoof problems. Hoof Shield is not a replacement for professional care.
Is Hoof Shield safe for humans and other animals?
Hoof Shield is for external use on horses only. It is not for human use or other animals. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and broken skin. Gloves are recommended, especially for repeated use. Wash hands thoroughly after application. Discontinue use and consult your veterinarian if irritation or adverse reaction occurs in your horse.
What sizes are available and how do I order?
Hoof Shield is available in 8oz (approximately 200g) and 16oz (approximately 500g) jars.
How do I get the best results?
Clean the hoof thoroughly before each application, remove loose material, apply enough product to fill the affected area, and reapply every 48–72 hours or as needed. Hoof Shield works best as part of a complete hoof care program — alongside regular trimming, proper hoof balance, clean living conditions, and professional farrier and veterinary care. Recurring hoof issues often have an underlying cause; work with your farrier and veterinarian to identify and address it.
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