Can anyone recognise if this is a hoof fungal infection?

[Quartz]

I have noticed the frog on my horses foot changing over the last 3-4 days. It is just one hoof, it smells slightly and has a white fluffy appearance.

The field is wetter than usual, am thinking of moving him to the higher field especially if this is caused by the wet.

I have washed it in antiseptic and dried it thoroughly (after I took photo!!) Although this won't do that much good as he is still in field.

Does an infection like this require a vet or can I treat with antifungal cream and cleaning?

Thanks

http://s895.photobucket.com/albums/ac160/quartz85/Hoof infection/

 

[Fransurrey]

The frogs look quite good in those pics, Quartz. Remember that they will adapt to different environments and if your field is much wetter (whose isn't?!?), then chances are it's that. Doesn't hurt to treat them, though. I use Effol hoof ointment, as mine live out and this stuff clings to the sole for longer than a nanosecond (just).

 

[Quartz]

The frogs look quite good in those pics, Quartz. Remember that they will adapt to different environments and if your field is much wetter (whose isn't?!?), then chances are it's that. Doesn't hurt to treat them, though. I use Effol hoof ointment, as mine live out and this stuff clings to the sole for longer than a nanosecond (just).

Is it the Effol waterproof antiseptic ointment? I have just looked on their website and they have quite a few different products. I just want to buy them all, so thought maybe you could narrow it down for me??? Thanks

 

[Mav]

Are you sure it's not just a touch of thrush? Purple iodine spray on it should help if it is.

 

[TicTac]

I'd be more worried about the blue foot in those photos, looks a most odd shape! lol

 

[Quartz]

I'd be more worried about the blue foot in those photos, looks a most odd shape! lol

Yeah, hahahaha wondered if anyone would mention my random foot photo!!! Shows what lovely weather we are having, big welly boots in summer!!!!

 

[sprite1978]

I think it all looks quite healthy, but it wont harm to treat it. I would start with pouring salt water on it, and allowing it to pool in the hoof for a minute or 2. If this doesnt work, use dilute hydrogen peroxide. But dilute it well, and be careful to rinse any spillage off the foot and leg

 

[Farrier/Hoefsmid]

Hi,
Take a look at this website, www.ntdry.co.uk and look at the videos ect:
It may be what you are looking for.

 

[Fransurrey]

Sorry, a bit late replying to this! It is the black gunge one, in the green tub. Smells divine!!!