Products

Keratex Hoof Hardener

Function
The modern usage of the horse produces an unnatural environment for the hooves, and the stress on the horn produced by alternation between work and rest for the horse, particularly the structural stresses generated by fluctuations in temperature and humidity can set up unnatural strains in the hooves which result in damage. The regular application of Keratex Hoof Hardener confers great strength on hooves, without producing brittleness, and resists these stresses. Also, when a hoof is cracked or chipped, increased stresses occur in the uncracked or chipped areas of hoof: these stresses can often cause the crack or damage to spread,  It is necessary to apply Keratex Hoof Hardener to the undamaged areas to give them sufficient extra strength to resist the extra stress.

How it works
Farriers have used formalin for many years to harden horses’ hooves. The action of formaldehyde on keratin is well known to be a simple cross-linking action: methylene or bis-thioether groups are added by condensation reactions with reactive amino, sulphydryl or other groups on the keratin helix to form additional linkages to reinforce the rather labile disulphide links which occur naturally. It is quite incorrect to say that formalin hardens horn by removing water, rather, it strengthens it by introducing these extra inter and intra-molecular links.

However, formaldehyde in its simple aldehyde state reacts too quickly: it case-hardens the hoof, thus preventing the entry of formalin to deeper layers, and also creating surface brittleness. Keratex Hoof Hardener contains formalin. It also contains another substance which effectively slows down the reactivity of the CHO group, thus giving time for the aldehyde to penetrate the outer layers of horn. This is facilitated by the presence of yet another compound in Keratex Hoof Hardener which temporarily breaks the hydrogen bonds which join the helix coils internally and externally. Having done this, this compound then evaporates, leaving the hydrogen bonds to re-make once the aldehyde is in situ.

Keratex Hoof Hardener also contains an inorganic complexing agent. One end of the molecule of this agent co-ordinates onto a nitrogen atom in the keratin molecule: the other end forms a ‘large lump’ in the keratin helix, thus effectively adding an aggregate to stiffen the horn.
Finally, Keratex Hoof Hardener contains a plasticiser, to stop the horn becoming brittle, and it also contains a powerful disinfectant to assist in maintaining general hoof health.

Application
Keratex Hoof Hardener should be applied daily for the first week, every second day for the next three weeks, thereafter every 3 or 4 days for maintaining healthy strong hooves. Apply to the lower half of the hoof and to the white line area and sole, making sure to avoid the frog, heel and coronet band.
Presentation

Keratex Hoof Hardener is available in 250ml plastic bottles, with a brush included in the pack.

Keratex Cleansing Hoof and Leg Scrub is formulated to wash horses’ wet and muddy hooves and legs.

How it Works.

The spray foams on contact and can be scrubbed or sponged onto hooves, frogs, soles, heels and pasterns, it may be left on to dry overnight. This product does not have to be washed off.

Application

The product is applied as a spray in generous amounts over the muddy and wet regions.  The bottle has a special silent spray action for spooky horses.

Presentation

Keratex Hoof and leg scrub is available in a 300ml trigger spray bottle

Keratex Mud Shield Powder 450g

Function

Keratex Mud Shield Powder is designed to assist the horse’s natural defenses against skin abnormalities.

How It Works

Many horseowners attempt to counter the problems of dermatological abnormalities by applying a grease or salve to the affected area. But the micro-organisms which cause the problem are anaerobes: they cannot survive in the presence of oxygen, and any greasy treatment may actually make the problem worse. Keratex Mud Shield Powder deals with this by using finely powdered sulphur – an age old remedy for countering bacteria and fungi – in a mixture with aluminium stearate. This aluminium end of this long molecule grasps onto the nitrogen of the keratin in the skin of the leg, and the stearate end of the molecule is strongly water-repellent, drying the skin and keeping it dry in wet conditions.

Application

Keratex Mud Shield Powder is applied by sprinkling onto your hand and applying it to the horse’s clean, dry leg, making sure a good covering is achieved and the powder has reached the skin.

Keratex Mud Shield Powder is available in a 450gm plastic talc bottle.

Kerbl Dung Scoop & Rake 60cm Mistboy Mini

A fantastic multi-functional tool that will help save time spent on barn chores.

It is ideal for cleaning out boxes, for horse transporters or for quickly clearing out the paddock.

The rake has a closed plate on the reverse, allowing easier scraping and faster working.

Would also work well for picking up dog faeces from garden lawns etc.

Kerbl Hay Bag - Nylon

The nice thing about using our hay bag, instead of a hay net, is that there is less mess left in your vehicle.

Also hay is kept dry.

Rings are provided at the top for hanging.

A tie-strap loop is on the back to secure the bag to fence or wall. Dimensions: 50cm deep x 50cm wide (effective).

Full-width top opening.

This bag is strongly made with reinforced edges all around.

Ketol 2L

• Aids in treatment and prevention of ketosis in cattle and sleepy sickness in sheep and goats.
• For use as a tonic in debility and convalescence in cattle, sheep and goats.
• Liquid energy with added minerals.
• Accelerates general metabolic function.
• Comes in a two litre plastic bottle with handle.

Kevin Bacon's Active Soap for Itchy Horses

THE IMMEDIATE SOLUTION FOR ALL ITCHY SKIN, MANE, AND TAIL PROBLEMS IN HORSES

Active Soap is specially designed for dermatological use on humans as well as horses, dogs, cats, and other animals.

It is made from 100% cold-pressed vegetable oils.

All of the ingredients used to make Active Soap are of the highest quality.

Its colour and texture come from the exclusive use of various clays, herbs, petals, leaves, spices, and other natural ingredients.

Active Soap combats all types of itching caused by culicoides (biting midges or no-see-ums), chiggers, horse flies, house flies, mange (microscopic mites), ringworm (highly contagious fungi), strongyles (larvae that infest the intestines), and white worms (the larvae of large flies) in cattle.

What is more, Active Soap protects, fortifies, and adds lustre to the coat, mane, and tail, which it helps to make tangle-free.

It keeps the skin clean and healthy, soft, supple, and elastic.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Hose down your horse and wash the skin with Active Soap.

Let it act for 20 minutes, then rinse or let dry without rinsing.

Kevin Bacon's Hoof Formula Feed Supplement

COMPLETE NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT CONTAINING ALL THE NUTRIENTS A HORSE NEEDS FOR ITS HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

Hoof Formula is a unique and specific optimal nutritional supplement developed by specialists. It accelerates horn growth and improves horn quality.

It is highly appreciated in high-level equestrian sports – show jumping, eventing, endurance racing, and racing. It is especially appreciated by harness- and flat-racing trainers, but by breeders as well.

Dense, highly appetising pellets of great nutritional value:  Hoof Formula contains 37% highly digestible proteins that are particularly rich in essential amino acids and sulphur-containing amino acids such as methionine and cystine. It is thus particularly well suited for equine athletes on high-energy grain diets.

Hoof Formula is probably one of the nutritional complements with the highest amounts of biotin (100mg/kg) and vitamin A (975,000 IU/kg) on the market.

It contains other vitamins (PP, Bc, and B12) that play a role in the synthesis of good-quality horn.

Hoof Formula is also an optimal vitamin supplement.

It contains a high calcium concentration, which enables it to correct possible imbalances in this mineral's intake

It also contains optimal proportions of other minerals indispensable for equine health (magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus).

Still, none of these elements can do their jobs without the addition of the right amounts of trace elements, most of which are cofactors. So, our Hoof Formula provides your horse with significant amounts of copper, zinc, cobalt, and iodine.

That is why Hoof Formula is an optimal supplement of very high quality that provides the right balance of nutrients for all horses and ponies!

Hoof Formula is recommended for:

- foals and young stock (from 6 months to 3 years):  for harmonious general development, especially that of the skeleton and musculo-skeletal apparatus;

- pleasure and sport horses :  during intensive training and competitions;

- breeding stock :  for broodmares and nursing mares, as well as for studs during the breeding season;

- convalescent horses:  for optimal recovery;

- old retired horses:  to combat lack of appetite.

Kevin Bacons Hoof Solution For Thrush

Kevin Bacon's 150g Hoof Solution is recommended to help maintain healthy frogs and sole and is proven to be particularly effective in cases of thrush.

• Includes application brush
• Contains glucose, fructose, copper salt, acetic acid, water.
• Made from natural ingredients

Kevin Bacon Liquid Hoof Dressing 

Keeps the hooves supple and protected in al conditions.

Particularly useful for the extreme and shifting weather patterns in New Zealand

Nourishes the horn tubules preventing cracks and splits during dry spells

Applies a protective layer which is ideal for wet periods to aid with soft or crumbling feet

Use daily all year around for maximum benefit

For healthy hooves:

1. Clean and dry hooves

2. Apply a layer of Kevin Bacon's Liquid Hoof Dressing to outer hoof wall, soles and frogs

3. Repeat daily

Available in 500ml and 1L

Kevin Bacon's Lucy Diamond Shampoo - 1L

EFFECTIVE GREEN SHAMPOO, SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER

Lucy Diamonds Shampoo is made from a special formula that includes extracts known for their softening and protective actions as well as gentle cleansing bases.

Thanks to its mild pH it respects your horse's skin and thus may be used daily.

ts refreshing fragrance helps combat stress and fatigue. It thus stimulates the body and bolsters vitality, but also has a decongestive and calming action on the pain and itching of insect bites.

Lucy Diamonds cleans the skin, coat, mane, and tail deep down. It removes all dirt, including the most ingrained yellow stains, dead skin, and dandruff, even with cold water.

Lucy Diamonds may be used on all coat types. It is especially recommended for horses with sensitive skins that are exposed to the elements, but also to protect the skin after heavy sweating.

Its unique formula wards against the foul odours that can be caused by micro-organisms. 

Lucy Diamonds makes the coat silky and shiny, reduces tangling, and helps to repel flies as the coat dries.

It is easy to use and rinses out quickly and easily.

A PROFESSIONAL'S OPINION

"My horse must always look impeccable in the spotlight during my shows, galas, and film shoots...Since I began using Lucy Diamonds, Peyo's coat and hair remain soft and shiny. And now, thanks to this shampoo, I can soap him down very regularly without fear of irritating his skin".

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Wet the entire animal.

Distribute Lucy Diamonds shampoo over the entire coat, rubbing it in thoroughly.

Let it act for a few minutes, and then rinse off.

Repeat the operation if necessary.

Package size : 1L

The Green Hoof Dressing by Kevin Bacon’s is a 100% vegetable hoof dressing containing avocado and olive oils to penetrate deeply into the horn, increasing elasticity and improving the function of the hoof wall.

Particularly suited to horses living in dry paddocks or on pine-based bedding which may contribute to dry hooves.

To give your horse’s feet the very best care, apply The Green Hoof Dressing at least twice a week.

To intensively moisturise dry hooves, apply daily for 7 days.

Hose the feet down and wipe dry before applying the dressing to retain the moisture inside the hoof wall.

As the horn improves, the number of applications may be reduced to maintenance level.

Contains lavender oil, a natural antibacterial with a soothing aroma
Olive and avocado oils penetrate and protect the hoof wall
Show-ring shine
100% vegetable ingredients
Retains moisture in the hoof 
Available in a 500mL tub

For optimal daily maintenance of normal hooves and to regulate moisture levels in all conditions, choose Kevin Bacon's Hoof Dressing (Original).

For intensive moisturisation of very dry hooves, or for maintenance of correct moisture levels in dry conditions/on pine-based bedding, choose Kevin Bacon's The Green Hoof Dressing.

Kibbled Maize 10Kg

The Kincade Adjustable Stable Manure Collector is a gamechanger!

Made so you can easily adjust the height on both the rake and scoop for easy use and storage which means you don't have to bend down low all the time

Kincade Aluminium Windsucking Collar

Kincade 40" deluxe haynet

Made from strong and durable nylon

2.25" holes

Metal rings at the base and the top for ease of tying

• Ideal to use to remove loose hair

Lightweight and easy to use

Can be used wet or dry, great to lather shampoo

Easy to clean and re use

Great tool to remove horse hair off saddle pads or horse rugs.

Make your grooming easy with the Kincade Easy Grooming Silicone Block.

Colours: Blue, Red, Pink, Orange

Kincade Elastic Nylon Side Reins

Black