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COOPEX RESIDUAL INSECTICIDE
My horse is lame and I think it is
a foot abscess, what should I do?
A hoof abscess is when an infection occurs in the
lamina of the hoof caused by bacteria. It usually
develops after a puncture wound or trauma to
the sole. It often results in sudden onset and
severe lameness. Sometimes you can feel heat
in the hoof and/or swelling in the lower leg and
it will be painful when pressure is applied to the
site of the infection.
Once the abscess is located it needs to be
drained to relieve the pressure. This can be
done by using epsom salts in warm water and/
or by covering with a poultice dressing, like an
Animalintex, to draw the infection out. Some will
require draining by puncturing the abscess, which
should only be done by a farrier or veterinarian.
The site of the abscess and the hoof should
be kept bandaged and clean until it heals.
Anti-inflammatories and antibiotics may also
be prescribed by a veterinarian for pain relief
and to reduce the chance of another infection
developing.
If symptoms persist or you are unsure of the
problem, you should always contact your
veterinarian or farrier for assistance.
