Farriers Aid

A pelleted food supplement designed to maintain hoof integrity and growth.

Farriers Aid contains all the elements needed to maintain hoof integrity and growth, including natural emulsifiers to support the absorption of trace elements.

Farries Aid Contains:

Biotin: Shown by extensive trial work to aid the hardening of hoof horn and so prevent cracking. It is an essential requirement for keratin production in the hoof, laminae and the coronary band and is critical to maintain overall hoof integrity and condition. Biotin has been shown to influence growth and the utilisation of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. The horses hoof is over 90% protein so utilisation of proteins for growth areas of hardened tissues like hair, horn and hoof is very important. Antagonists found in feed and the environment can also affect Biotin absorption and increase apparent requirements.

Zinc: Involved either directly or indirectly with almost every metabolic function in all animals. It acts in conjunction with enzymes and affects growth, development, reproduction, bone and blood formation and the metabolism of proteins and carbohydrates. Horses with poor horn quality have been seen to respond when extra zinc has been added to their diet. It helps to maintain keratin, which is the fibrous protein that gives the wall of the hoof its hardness. The amount of keratin found in hooves can vary and this determines how tough the wall of the hoof is.

Manganese and Copper: Both are essential to maintaining the growth of tendons and ligaments, the formation of cartilage and the elasticity of connective tissue. It is very important for the working horse to maintain its freedom of movement and suppleness when in motion. The correct placement of the hoof during exercise is an integral part of supporting normal foot health and preventing injuries and physical damage.