You can use Betadine to help soften scabs prior to removal, and medicated shampoos, such as Hoss Gloss and Hairy Pony's Anti-Bacterial Shampoo Bars, to clear the infection.ĭepending upon the severity of the infection, a single treatment may be be enough, but with consistently will bring improvements. Treating the trio is often as simple as gently soaking the area to soften and then remove any scabs or crusty bits, before bathing the area with a medicated shampoo or disinfectant.Īt Gone Riding, we carry a range of products especially for this purpose.
Greasy heel affects the pastern, while mud fever is usually found on the cannon or shin bones, and rain scald the back. White skin and areas that have been rubbed or otherwise compromised are more prone to developing an infection, but any area can be affected. Greasy heel, mud fever and rain scald are bacterial infections that affect the skin, causing inflammation and crusty, scabby patches that can be hard to clear, once they take hold.
The change of seasons is here, bringing with it shaggy coats, muddy paddocks and the perfect conditions for greasy heel, mud fever and rain scald to bloom.
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