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Re: [RC] Hoof toughening - Merryben

In a message dated 2/27/2006 12:15:50 P.M. Central Standard Time, bigcreekranch@xxxxxxxxxx writes:
The solution recommended to me has always been 7% iodine and formaldehyde,
mixed 50-50.  One cannot get formaldehyde in a drug store anymore (at least
not in CA), but I can get it from a vet.  This mixture works well.  I have
been told to paint it on the sole, but not on the frog.  If you get it on
your hands, it certainly toughens the skin.  Formaldehyde is poisonous, and
I would guess that's why it is not easily available anymore.  I always store
this on a very high shelf.

Barbara
 
You can tell Barbara and I have the same vet...