Can the products be applied on wet or dirty legs?

Yes – all our products can be applied to wet legs. However, we recommend they are towel-dried. Dry dirt should be removed with a soft brush before application.

How do I apply the products to the horse?

Use a brush or a bottle with a nozzle. The products work best when applied close to the skin. Instruction videos are available on our Facebook page.

My horse does not like being sprayed.

Pour the product onto a soft sponge and press it against the skin.

I cannot wash my horse’s legs, mane, or tail.

Dip a sponge in warm water and apply the soap to it, then rub it onto the mane, tail, or legs.

My horse has mud fever – which product should I choose?

As a starting point, we recommend oil-based products for horses with feathering. Horses without feathering or with clipped feathering should use cream.

How do I use the M&S cream?

Apply directly to the wound. Avoid washing or picking at scabs. Simply apply the cream on top.

Should I trim the feathering?

No – not as a general rule. Only if your veterinarian recommends it for diagnostic purposes. When you start treatment with our products, the feathering wil

Can I wash my horse’s legs in cold water during winter?

Yes – absolutely. Just dry them with a towel afterwards.

My paddocks are wet and muddy – what should I choose?

We recommend Leg Oil Paste for horses kept in wet and muddy paddocks. Apply preventively with a brush about once a week.

My horse has sores on its legs, is itching and stamping... Can multiple conditions be treated at the same time?

Yes, you can. Procedure: Wash with Farriers Mite Shampoo and then spray with Farriers Biosect Mite Spray while the legs are slightly wet. Repeat every 10 days, 3–4 times. Between washes, apply Farriers Mudfever Cream daily. Apply Itch Buster every other day for the first 10 days, then 1–2 times daily.

My horse is itching its mane and tail but does not have summer eczema.

This is often caused by dry and flaky skin. Use our Twin Pack with Stop Itch and M/S Cream, which moisturizes and relieves itching.

Delivery

Orders are shipped daily with GLS. For delivery to a business or private address, a delivery authorization is required if no one is present. We recommend setting up a general authorization with GLS via their website. This avoids picking up parcels at a parcel shop. The price you pay is the actual shipping cost – there are no hidden fees included in the product price.

Summer eczema – what should I do?

Summer eczema can be a complex condition. Early prevention starting already in March is crucial for an easier course. We recommend using Farriers Stop Itch, which contains Benzyl Benzoate and is highly anti-itch. Many horses still need protection from a rug.

Can the products expire?

No – there is no expiration date on our products. However, they should be stored away from sunlight and direct heat.

What do the products contain?

Shireoil products are based on mineral oil and sulfur. Farriers products are based on plant oils and, as far as possible, natural ingredients. Manufacturers do not provide full ingredient lists, as this is not required by law.

Why does Soft Soap become soft?

Soft Soap becomes soft when stored cold. Conversely, it becomes firm when stored warm (room temperature).

Can orders be collected from Shireoil in Sorø?

Yes. We offer Click & Collect, which you can choose during checkout. You will receive both SMS and email when your order is ready for pickup.

My horse has thrush – what can I do myself?

Clean the frog cleft with warm soapy water. Let it soak if needed (like a hoof soak). Rinse with clean lukewarm water. Use a large syringe to flush. Dry with cotton and spray with Farriers Frog Conditioner. If possible, insert cotton pads into the openings, possibly moistened with the product. Repeat twice daily. A dry, clean environment is preferred.