Fiske’s Hoof and Hide Balm 

Fiske's Hoof and Hide Balm has been tried and tested for over 100 years. It is a 100% natural, multi-purpose solution which is sold in an easy to apply container. This economical product covers the three basic needs of horsecare maintenance - 1. the hoof - 2. the hide - 3. the muscle. It serves the back yard family pet as effectively as it serves the needs of the highly active performance horse.

The ingredients combine to create a horseman's medicinal dream. They consist of a unique blend of cooling herbs and pure essential oils, along with the old faithful's... pine tar and menthol, combined in a non petroleum base and then thickened with raw beeswax. The beeswax thickens the mixture which limits run off waste and still allows it to remain a breathable barrier. The ingredients are gently blended under ideal conditions in our laboratory, thus producing a quality controlled product every time. Fiske's Hoof and Hide Balm is the original recipe and is as reliable today as it was 100 years ago.

It looks like butterscotch sauce, it feels like silk on the skin, and the fragrant medicinal odor changes the smell in the stable.

Each Ingredient is so important to the special receipe, it makes Fiske's what it is today!

Eucalyptus - acts as the driver so the medicine can absorb quickly. Once the medicine is absorbed the bees wax creates a water repellent covering. Euculytus is also wonderful anti  fungal and antibacterial oil making it excellent for fungal based skin conditions.

Camphor - is an anti inflammatory and anti fungal oil.  Along with treating the skin camphor takes away swelling and bruising from the area.

Wintergreen - is an excellent pain reliever and anti inflammatory. Its main function is to relieve the pain making the horse comfortable and relaxed. This has to be part of treating any condition.

Pine Tar - Is the main and worldliest recognized anti fungal agent in this recipe. It's strength appears to be more enhanced when it is combined with all the other ingredients in the formula.

Bees Wax - covers the area and creates a waxy water repellent breathable band aid. The water and moisture is forced to bead of the horse which helps the horse heal. Water and moisture creates much of the problem in the first place. Today silicones are used to make products water repellent, however the wound cannot breathe and the fungus grows under the silicone rather than killing it.  Water and moisture feed the fungus. As well bees wax is a very rich and highly regarded natural anti biotic property, this supports the over all health of the condition.

Menthol Crystals - Menthol is a compound obtained from peppermint oil. The anti-fungal and antibacterial action of Menthol has been studied extensively. Menthol's ability to trigger the cold-sensitive receptors in the skin is responsible for the well known cooling sensation that it generates.

Thymol Crystals - naturally occur in many essential oils such as Thyme essential oil. Thymol has powerful anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. 

Excellent Treatment For:

Scratches

Mud Fever

Hot Spots

Dandruff

Itchy Tail

Girth Boils

Scald

Sweet Itch

Mange

Rain Rot

Itchy Ears

Ring Worm

Available Sizes 450ml/15.8 fl.oz as of right now. Check back for more sizes!

Fiske’s Skin and Wound Salve

An enriched and easy to apply version of our Hoof & Hide Balm. After repeated request from veterinarians, large and small animal owners, farriers and trainers, Fiske's thickened the traditional Hoof Balm formula with soothing Shea Butter. This creamy salve is excellent for cuts, wounds, salt burn, and hot spots on dogs. The smell of the Pine Tar deters animals from excessive licking. (Great for working dogs!)

FISKES Hoof & Hide Balm OR the Skin and Wound Salve (thickened version of the balm/oil) can be used to treat every injury, from the small nick, or bite or scratch to the very large horrific injuries in many animals – horses, cows, sheep, goats, dogs and more.  It is a soothing, non-stinging natural anti-inflammatory with a natural pain reliever and it prevents infection by disinfecting and covering the area, blocking dirt/water but very importantly allowing the wounds to breathe and heal from the inside out, keeping the area moist, soft and supple disallowing the build up of proud flesh! 

FISKE’S Hoof & Hide Balm is also effective as a liniment. It is very soothing for sprains or stiff muscles and joints in any animal – it’s very soothing, warms when it needs to, and cools when it must – with built in (wintergreen) pain relief & takes out swelling too – a great combination of ingredients that work together to heal and refresh.

(And – it’s great therapy for your own sore muscles or sprains – massage on your horse or yourself!  Bonus!  It will leave your hands super soft too!!) 

Available in two sizes. 208g/7oz & 57g/2oz 

Acute Trauma Herbsmith Acute Trauma manages discomfort resulting from normal, everyday activity while taking into account your horse's sensitive GI tract. This versatile blend is perfect for addressing everything from occasional aches to discomfort caused by normal daily training and activity. Acute Trauma is now available wtih ground flax seed for easy administration.

Herbsmith Flax Plus Acute Trauma is a combination of flax seed and herbs that quickly and successfully address the root cause of discomfort and the long term results that can occur from it.

Indications:

This collection of herbs, provided in their natural form, is gentle on the horse's GI tract, so horses who are unable to tolerate other options can handle Herbsmith Acute Trauma. That's the beauty of the Herbsmith Advantage!

Herbsmith Acute Trauma is a combination of herbs that quickly and successfully addresses the root cause of the discomfort and the long term results that can occur from it.

Herbsmith Acute Trauma is available in:

10 day supply

30 day supply

60 day supply

(Also available in all sizes with Flax Plus)

*Supply Based on 1000lb Horse.

Directions for Use:

(for 1000 lb. horse)
Two tablespoons twice daily for the first 20 days. Then administer two tablespoons daily thereafter.

Chinese Theory behind Acute Trauma: Herbsmith Acute Trauma is a blend of blood moving herbs. From a traditional Chinese medical standpoint, tissue damage leads to stasis or stagnation of blood. The damage to the affected tissue is evidence of this blood stasis. With time, this stagnation affects the flow of energy, or Qi, to the affected area and long-term damage can result. Herbsmith Acute Trauma is designed to invigorate and move the blood. Without the stagnation of blood, the discomfort and tissue damage is managed and the natural healing process is supported. This blend is effective in ancient theory and in modern practice.

Our herbs are sourced individually from specific providences of China, where the climate and quality of the soil combine to provide a far superior growing environment to anywhere else on the globe. Each batch of herbs is then re-tested in the USA by the FDA to ensure purity, authenticity and safety, guaranteeing they are free of sulfur, heavy metals and bacteria. All Herbsmith formulas are show safe and do not contain any forbidden substances under USEF and FEI rules for horses in competition.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Try any Herbsmith product as directed for 60 days. Remember to sprinkle a pinch on your animal's feed at mealtime and gradually increase the quantity given each day until they eat a full dose without hesitation. If you are not completely satisfied with the results, return the container and unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions
What do Chinese herbs do?
Chinese herbs work to address the root causes of underlying disharmonies within the animal. Chinese herbs have been used successfully for thousands of years to support health.

How do Chinese herbs work?
Chinese herbs work using a system of observing signs/symptoms. This is then translated into a pattern, or more commonly, a series of patterns. These patterns correlate to specific conditions. The goal is to bring the state of the body into balance, resulting in relief. Once the body is in a balanced state, health is maintained.

How long does it take for Chinese herbs to work?
Typically you will see the results of the herbs within a few weeks.

What if my horse won't eat the powder?
Though Herbsmith herbal blends are very palatable, occasionally horses are hesitant to eat the herbs because of the unfamiliar taste and smell. If you find this to be the case with your horse, we suggest sprinkling a pinch of the powder in their grain at mealtime to gradually acquaint the horse with the blend. Slowly increase the quantity given each day until they eat a full dose without hesitation. Alternatively, you can combine the powdered formula with wet or dry molasses or ground flax seed.

Herbsmith also offers all of our herbal blends mixed with ground flax seed as Flax Plus for added flavor and palatability.

Not for use in pregnant animals. If animal's condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. An examination from a veterinarian is recommended prior to using this product. Not for use within 48 hours of surgery/anesthesia.

Ingredients: Psuedogingseng root (san qi) Actions: Stops bleeding, transforms blood stasis, addresses tenderness and manages discomfort. Chinese Angelica root (dang gui) Actions: Invigorates, tonifies and harmonizes the blood, addresses tenderness and manages discomfort. Frankencense Resin (ru xiang) Actions: Invigorates blood, promotes movement of Qi, manages discomfort, and addresses tenderness. Myrrhae Resin (mo yao) Actions: Invigorates blood, dispels blood stasis, manages discomfort, addresses tenderness, and promotes the healing process. Carthamus flower (hong hua) Actions: Dispels blood stasis, manages discomfort, and invigorates blood. Achyranthis (huai nui xi) Actions: Invigorates the blood, expels blood stasis, supports tendons and bones, benefits the joints, and tonifies and nourishes the liver and kidneys

Herbsmith Flax Plus Athlete is an easy-to-administer version of the classic Athlete blend combined with ground flax seed for added flavor and Omega 3's. This herbal blend supports the athletic nature of the horse and manages fatigue in the equine athlete.

Indications:

This elegant combination of herbs is excellent for supporting the athletic horse. Every horse in competition needs to be supported to perform to his or her very best, and this blend can do that. When horses are pushed in an active show schedule, fatigue tends to develop with time. Fatigue of this type may manifest as a generalized weakness, especially of the lower back and the limbs. The Herbsmith Athlete ® formula tonifies the yin, supports the balance between yin and yang and maintains the athletic nature of the horse during an active show schedule. This is an excellent herbal combination to manage fatigue and generally support the equine athlete.

Flax Plus Athlete is available in:

30 Day Supply
(44 oz container)

60 Day Supply
(87 oz container)

Sound Horse Herbal Liniment is a natural botanical formula that is great for sensitive skin. Works well as a liniment/massage or bath brace.

Indications:

Sound Horse Herbal Liniment is suggested for use on the legs & body. Great for animals with sensitive skin. This gentle formula can be used with or without leg wraps.

Witch hazel is a natural botanical extract that has been used for hundreds of years to soothe tight or tender muscles. We combine witch hazel with a proprietary blend of Chinese herbs that relieve inflammation, aches and discomfort. We add a light menthol mixture to open the pores of the skin and further maximize the effects.

Original M-T-G

32 ozs.

* A tradition of quality since 1938!
* The ultimate time-proven skin treatment, hair growth enhancer,    and mane and tail conditioner!
* Safe and effective for dogs, too