THE frog of a horse’s hoof plays a vital role in the soundness of the horse, it reduces concussion, produces grip and aids the horse’s circulatory system and helps the digital cushion (located just above the frog) pump blood back up the horse’s leg.

Without a healthy frog, the efficiency of the hoof capsule itself is affected, therefore it is vital to clean your horse’s feet on a regular basis to help reduce the chance of your horse developing thrush.