Educational Overview
Greasy Heel & Rain Rot in Equines
Greasy heel (also called mud fever) and rain rot (also known as rain scald or dermatophilosis) are skin conditions in horses commonly associated with prolonged moisture, mud, or wet weather.
They involve skin inflammation, irritation, scabbing, crusting, hair loss, and sometimes discharge, often affecting the lower legs, back, or rump.
These conditions arise when the skin barrier is weakened, allowing bacteria or fungi to contribute to infection. Risk factors include wet environments, poor drainage, skin trauma, compromised immunity, or inadequate grooming.
Management focuses on keeping affected areas clean and dry, improving environmental conditions, and seeking veterinary advice if lesions are painful, spreading, or persistent.
* Natural pet botanicals are not intended to replace veterinary care or medication. Our formulas are offered as an alternative health support for your animal's condition and not as a cure. All our oral supplements are to be consumed voluntarily by your animal in food, treats or liquid.
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Educational & Traditional Wellness Overview
Greasy Heel & Rain Rot Support – Equines
A carefully prepared natural blend traditionally valued for supporting skin balance, comfort, and resilience, particularly during wet, muddy, or humid conditions. This set is designed as a gentle supportive option where prolonged moisture exposure may challenge skin integrity.
Educational Note
Greasy heel (often called mud fever) and rain rot (also known as rain scald) are terms commonly used to describe skin sensitivity or irritation that may develop in damp or muddy environments.
In traditional herbal practice, plant- and mineral-based preparations have been valued for supporting skin comfort, maintaining natural barrier function, and encouraging resilience during challenging weather conditions.
Key Points
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Traditionally associated with supporting skin comfort in wet or muddy environments
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Valued in folk knowledge for helping maintain skin integrity and resilience
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Often considered during wet seasons or prolonged moisture exposure
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Complements good hygiene, dry shelter, and routine skin care
General Care Tips
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Gently cleanse affected areas and allow skin to dry thoroughly
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Avoid harsh chemical washes that may further irritate sensitive skin
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Provide dry bedding, shelter, and airflow where possible
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Monitor for persistent or worsening symptoms, and seek veterinary advice if needed
Equine Skin Balance Support – Greasy Heel & Rain Rot
Horses may occasionally experience skin sensitivity, irritation, or discharge during prolonged exposure to moisture or mud. Traditional knowledge has long associated herbal routines with supporting comfort and resilience in these situations.
This natural support approach is intended to complement good management practices, not replace veterinary care.
Traditional Herbal Support Options
Herbal Defender 71 Mix
Traditionally associated with supporting skin resilience and natural balance, especially when environmental stress is present.
Equine Health 137-2 Mix
Traditionally valued for supporting overall skin comfort, tissue balance, and general vitality.
These blends are offered as wellness support options, not as medical treatments.
Why Herbal Support?
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Traditionally valued for supporting skin comfort and balance
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Associated in folk practice with resilience during damp-weather challenges
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Offers a gentle, plant-based wellness approach
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May be paired with topical comfort care for broader support
External Comfort Options (Traditional Use)
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Hypericum oil — traditionally used to soothe and nourish sensitive skin
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Chamomile infusion — traditionally used to calm and refresh the skin surface
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Calendula or diluted apple cider vinegar spray — traditionally associated with supporting external skin freshness and comfort
Note: Avoid application on raw, open, or highly sensitive areas.
Important Note
These approaches are provided for educational and traditional wellness purposes only. Persistent, spreading, or painful skin conditions should be assessed by a veterinarian to rule out infection or underlying disease.
Formulated with plant-based ingredients selected for their gentle role in supporting overall balance and wellbeing.
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Hoof Balance 137 formula
Contains:
Black Leaf (Graphites 30C)
Honey Bee Pollen (Apis Mell 30C)
Common Salt (Nat Mur 200C)
Poke Root (Phytolacca 30C)
Brimstone (Sulphur 30C)
in 20% USP alc. in purified water.
Upon Request
* Equine Health (137-2) Mix 50ml
* Herbal Defender 71 Mix 50ml
Equine Health 137-2
A carefully prepared herbal liquid extract traditionally valued for supporting vitality, resilience, and balance in horses. This blend brings together six herbs, each long recognised in folk practice for their unique associations with strength and wellbeing:
Cats Claw – traditionally linked with resilience and maintaining comfort in the body
Nettles – historically valued for supporting circulation and natural vitality
Echinacea – long associated with sustaining immune balance and overall resilience
Horsetail – traditionally noted for its mineral content and link with strong connective tissues
Clivers – used in folk knowledge for maintaining fluid balance and natural cleansing pathways
Vervain – valued historically for its gentle calming and harmonising qualities
Herbal Defender 71
Purple Coneflower (Echinacea angustifolia)
Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis)
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata)
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)
Astragalus root (Astragalus propinquus)
Pau d’Arco (Lapacho)
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis)
Cryptolepis (Cryptolepis sanguinolenta)
Coptis (Coptis chinensis)
Juniper (Juniperus communis)
Sweet Annie (Artemisia annua)
Blue Flag (Iris versicolor)
Usnea Barb (Usnea barbata)
Isatis Root (Isatis tinctoria)
Dong Ling Cao (Rabdosia rubescens)
in purified water & 30%-40% USP alc.
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These statements are for general wellbeing and educational purposes only. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease. Always seek veterinary or professional advice for specific health concerns.
DISCLAIMER
The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by FDA-approved research. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from your health care practitioners. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act require this notice.
