Warmblood's question about Hoof Crack

Question

Hi, My horse showed a slight lameness 2 months ago, after an inspection from vet and xrays we found a crack in the hoof wall. My vet dug into the hoof and we found the crack and I have been stuffing the whole with betadine and cotton wool every second or so day since and washing it out. After another inspection from the vet I have added calcium plus biotin and additional biotin to help with the hoof however have been told il just have to wait and time will tell. My question is..  is there anything else i can do to speed up the process / help my horse? it has now been 2 and a half months since the onset of lameness. Thank you

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, without knowing more about Zia's injury, it is difficult for me to advise any treatments that your veterinarian has not already recommended.  Hooves grow relatively slowly, and it may take time for that crack to grow out and resolve, similar to a fingernail in person.  Your veterinarian may be able to recommend other treatments for her, although you probably can't speed up the healing process.

Hoof Crack in Horses