Keratex Hoof Hardener is patented and contains a unique composition for flexibility and strength of hooves. Which makes it the perfect product to protect the hoof against: brittle, cracked, soft or weak hooves; soft, sensitive or slow-growing hooves; repeated loss of horseshoes; by going barefoot; damage to the hoof. Keratex Hoof Hardener will strengthen and protect both shod and unshod hooves, restore health to sensitive feet and prevent existing cracks from spreading up or through the hooves. It works by cross-linking the keratin and proteins in the hoof's internal structures, strengthening them from within. It is absorbed into the hoof and remains active regardless of weather and terrain conditions. Since it was first made available to horse owners in 1990 as the first product of its kind, Keratex Hoof Hardener has been proven to improve hoof quality in both short and long term use. Keratex Hoof Hardener is recommended by veterinarians and farriers worldwide, including Olympic farrier Ian Hughes. Awarded Product of the Year and Editor's Choice on several occasions by the US's most prestigious equestrian publication, Horse Journal, this highly regarded product is frequently featured in many of the world's equestrian magazines and is recognized within the industry, farriers and veterinarians as a leading product. in his field.