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    Re: [RC] further on bleach in puncture wound - Rob


    If you think about it, unless you have your own well or drink bottled water
    exclusively, we all drink a mild bleach solution. So what's wrong with using
    it to cleanse a hoof?
    
    Rob
    
    "Brenda L. Kossowan" wrote:
    
    > Hi gang: An anonymous guest had some harsh words regarding bleach in the
    > foot bath, stating that you shouldn't put something on your horse if you
    > wouldn't put it in your eye. Well, I have used hibitane and a
    > betadene-sugar paste on open wounds and you can bet your petunias I
    > wouldn't be washing my face with either of them. If the un-named party
    > with the pierced navel will recall, the bleach was recommended as part
    > of the original soak only, to cleanse the wound and kill any pathogens.
    > I use my bare hands to stir the mix and test the temperature, and I'm
    > sticking with my story. I have also used a mild bleach solution to clean
    > other cuts and abrasions in the lower limbs in preparation for dressing.
    >
    > Cheers,
    > bkbkbk
    >
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    Rob Kalb
    Rob's Equine Hoof Care
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    [RC] further on bleach in puncture wound, Brenda L. Kossowan