Posted: 15th October 2025 | Back to news feed
Synovium Hoof Health is a veterinary-developed supplement containing optimal levels of Biotin, Zinc, Copper, and Methionine – key nutrients proven to improve hoof strength, quality, and growth in horses.
Why These Nutrients Matter for Hoof Strength
Biotin (Vitamin B7):
Essential for keratin production, the protein that forms the structure of the hoof wall. Continuous supplementation has been shown to significantly improve hoof growth and quality, especially in horses with weak or brittle hooves.
Zinc & Copper:
These trace minerals are vital for keratin formation and maintaining strong hoof wall cells. Together, they protect hoof fats from oxidative damage, helping to prevent dryness and brittleness. Deficiencies in Zinc or Copper are strongly linked to weak, cracked, or dehydrated hooves.
Methionine (Amino Acid):
A building block for Cysteine, which contributes directly to the strength and hardness of keratin. This ensures hooves develop with a resilient structure that can withstand daily wear and tear.
Easy-to-Feed Pellet Formula
Synovium Hoof Health comes in a convenient pellet form that can be added directly to feed or given on its own. Horses in testing readily accepted the supplement, with most consuming the full daily dose without issue.
Results from a 9-Month Trial
A test group of geldings and mares (aged 13–17) with common hoof problems – including brittle walls, thin soles, fungal issues, and slow growth – received Synovium Hoof Health over a 9-month period.
Key Findings:
First visible changes: Some horses showed subtle improvements in hoof growth after just 1 month.
3 months: 80% of horses had stronger, less brittle hooves with clearer growth lines.
9 months: 60% showed significantly improved hoof growth. 40% had fewer issues with brittle hooves. 10% demonstrated healthier frogs and stronger structural development.
Overall, 80% of owners reported clear improvements in hoof quality and growth.
Interestingly, one owner also reported improved mane growth, suggesting wider benefits to hair and keratin health.
Farrier Feedback
Farriers working with the test horses supported the owners’ observations, with 80% noting clear improvements in hoof strength, growth, and overall quality.
The Verdict
Backed by science and proven in real-world trials, Synovium Hoof Health is highly effective in improving hoof quality and promoting strong, healthy growth. This makes it an excellent choice for horses with brittle, weak, or slow-growing hooves.
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