Neem Oil for Mud Fever?

[MS123]

Hi all,

I've heard that Neem Oil is very good for treating/preventing mud fever, so I'm going to invest in some for my mare who currently has it. Just a question with how often should I apply it? And whether I should keep her in for the time-being? She does have quite a few scabs on her backs, but fortunately they do not seem to be sore/oozing! We do have alot of boggy mud where we are, and I can't keep her in forever. The mud (and mud fever) is always going to be an issue until winter is over. I was thinking of keeping her in for a few days, then investing in some turnout boots? Could I apply the Neem Oil with the boots on top for turnout?

Sorry for the silly questions, I haven't had to deal with mud fever before.

Thanks in advance.

 

[asbo]

What ever you do please spot test first, I used Neem oil last winter and my lad had a reaction to it, his legs went double their size and had blisters with pus. I was recommended a anti dandruff shampoo Nizoral, wash with this, leave on the legs and make sure they are totally dry before you turn out. My lad's legs cleared up in 2 weeks and he hasn't had mud fever this year.

 

[MS123]

What ever you do please spot test first, I used Neem oil last winter and my lad had a reaction to it, his legs went double their size and had blisters with pus. I was recommended a anti dandruff shampoo Nizoral, wash with this, leave on the legs and make sure they are totally dry before you turn out. My lad's legs cleared up in 2 weeks and he hasn't had mud fever this year.

Thank you for your reply. I definitley will spot test first, my girl is quite sensitive. Did you wash with Nizoral daily?

 

[asbo]

My lad can not have pig oil etc either, he is very sensitive skin wise on his legs. No, I washed in warm water, left the foam on his legs to dry out and that was him for a week. If you type it into search it should come up with some posts.