A hoof abscess is a painful, pus-filled infection inside the hoof capsule, caused by bacteria entering through cracks, punctures or compromised white line. The buildup of pressure creates significant pain and can lead to sudden and severe lameness. Proper treatment often involves a poultice to draw the abscess out, and drainage (what we see in this video) followed by medication and careful cleaning and covering of the area. We often use our Hoof Putty to plug clean, old abscess holes - once pack