Abyssinian Oil: The Miracle Oil for Your Horse's Hooves
Abyssinian Oil in Hoof Care: Why It’s in SilverHoof EQ Therapy® | Draw It Out®
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Abyssinian Oil in Hoof Care

What it is, where it actually helps, and how we use it in SilverHoof EQ Therapy®.

Abyssinian oil (from Crambe abyssinica seed) is a light, plant-derived oil rich in long-chain fatty acids. In hoof care, riders like it for **surface conditioning** and a **tidy hoof appearance**—especially when weather swings and footing make daily care tougher than usual.

What it brings to the barn

  • Conditioning support: Light, easy-spreading oil that helps keep the hoof capsule looking hydrated—without heavy, sticky residue.
  • Grooming-friendly finish: Plays well with pick–clean–dry routines and doesn’t fight your brush.
  • Part of a system: Works best alongside regular farrier care, clean/dry management, and good drainage.

How SilverHoof EQ Therapy® uses it

Formulation approach

  • Abyssinian oil + botanicals: Balanced with tea tree and thyme oils in a breathable base for hoof-hygiene support and conditioning.
  • Surface-hygiene frame: Zinc pyrithione and silver nitrate round out a tidy, practical hoof-care routine.
  • Routine-ready: Designed to apply neatly and pair with daily pick–clean–dry workflows.

Simple use (daily care)

  • 1) Pick & clean: Remove debris; towel dry if wet.
  • 2) Apply as directed: Focus around frog, sulci, collateral grooves, and the white-line area as advised.
  • 3) Let it set: Allow time to dry before turnout or riding when possible.
Safety: For external use on intact hoof/skin. Avoid eyes and sensitive tissues. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment.

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FAQ

Is Abyssinian oil “greasy” on hooves?

In our formulation it’s balanced for a light, groomable finish. Apply as directed; wipe excess if you over-apply.

Will this fix hoof problems on its own?

No—use it within a full program: farrier schedule, clean/dry management, and veterinary guidance when concerns persist.

How long before turnout?

Give it a short set time after application so the product can dry before the horse steps back into bedding or footing.

For hoof concerns that don’t improve, consult your farrier and veterinarian.

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