Crossapol Makes the Difference for O' Conner Event Team Horses
Equestrian News Release
(Rocklin, CA, July 5, 2006---) "The whole science of managing the three-day event horse can be complicated, and with the help of Crossapol, we are seeing fewer foot problems than ever before," notes Karen O'Connor.
Olympians and Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event winners David and Karen O'Connor routinely use Crossapol on all of their horses to help maintain healthy hooves.
"Crossapol is a great compliment to all the team effort that goes into managing the modern-day event horse," says Karen, who has been named U.S. Female Equestrian Athlete of the Year nine times. "We've been using it for a long time and it's been great for us. It takes several months to see a big difference, but once the difference is there, it stays. The foot develops more integrity over time and sets a new standard for itself. Horses that would normally have shelly walls now have strong, thick walls."
Delta Hoof Care, a division of Delta Horseshoe Company, Inc., is the exclusive distributor of this revolutionary hoof-hardening treatment which strengthens and protects the hoof wall by creating a dense cell structure that makes the hoof more resistant to damage. Developed by a farrier, Crossapol actually penetrates to the cellular level and begins working immediately.
Shoeing is a necessity for most hard-working horses, but nail holes in the hoof wall allow bacteria and moisture to enter, weakening the wall and making the foot susceptible to infections such as thrush and white line disease. Crossapol strengthens the horn and prevents cracks from forming, while stabilizing existing cracks. Useful as both a corrective and a preventative treatment, Crossapol also restores the hoof's natural moisture balance.
As of June 2006, Crossapol is 100% formaldehyde free. "We've taken the safety factor one step further and replaced formaldehyde with gluteraldehyde, which is used in human nail products and has been proven safe by the FDA for human use," explains Richelle Hochstatter of Delta Hoof Care.
"Crossapol is non-carcinogenic and won't ulcerate the skin if it accidentally gets on the hairline," adds Hochstatter. "It can be used on the hoof wall, sole, frog and the bulb of the heel. It's a great secondary infection fighter and preventative."
Crossapol is available in a 275 ml(± 8oz.) bottle with applicator for a suggested retail price of $29.50. Visit http://www.deltahoofcare.com to find a list of distributors who carry Crossapol and other Delta Hoof Care products, or ask your farrier or veterinarian. For more information on Crossapol, contact Delta at 800-373-0282.
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