Description

Thrush

Signalment

Diagnosis

Clinical Signs

Treatment

References

  • 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