Thrush invades the frog, heel bulbs, and hoof wall/sole junction

Thrush is a keratolytic bacteria causing degeneration and breakdown of the frog tissue.  It is often accompanied by the presence of a  foul-smelling black exudate.  When extensive amounts of Thrush invades the soft tissues of the frog, digital cushion, and the heel bulb region the horse can become lame from the inflammation and exposure of sensitive tissue.   We like to use Topical Iodine and Copper Sulfate products to treat Thrush. Some types of Thrush respond well to Chlorine Dioxide which is an unstable Gas mixed in 2 stable parts and applied to the foot.   For more questions please contact us at 301-416-0043 or email us at farrier@andrewgrimm.net.

Thrush after hoof trimming