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  • Thrush of the hoof:

caused by Fusobacterium necrophorum.

    • Necrosis of horse hoof associated with poor hygiene, wet conditions
    • F. necrophorum secondary to hoof damage causes localised inflammatory response
    • Thrush especially of hind feet, with putrid discharge in sulci
    • Provide dry, clean bedding