Frequently Asked Questions - Cavalor Care

Care & others

• Should I use Cavalor Cooling Wash in warm or cold water ?

  Cavalor Cooling Wash should be used with cold water to help cool down your horse

• Is Cavalor Cooling Wash a desinfectant ?

  No, Cooling Wash isn't a desinfectant even if they have some properties in common. They are 2 distinct products.

• Does Cavalor Cooling Wash replace a regular shampoo?

  Yes, although Cavalor Cooling Wash will not foam very much it will clean the skin. It will especially help to cool down and to relax your horse's body.

• What is the main effect I obtain with Cavalor Cooling Wash ?

  Cavalor Cooling Wash has a cooling effect on the horse's legs and body after work. It will also stimulate a quick drying process.

• What is the pH level in Cavalor Equi Wash ?

  Cavalor Equi Wash is a pH balanced shampoo. Therefore, it is not agressive for the skin of the horse.

• Can I use Cavalor Hygienic Wash product directly, (without diluting it in water) ?

  Cavalor Hygenic Wash may be applied directly on moldy skin and (small) wounds

• Does Cavalor Hygienic Wash replaces a shampoo ?

  No, Cavalor Hygienic Wash does not have such a shiny effect on the horse's skin.

• Can I use Cavalor Hygienic Wash to desinfect my leather gear or other equipment ?

  Of course you can. Cavalor Hygienic Wash protects your leather gear.

• What is the advantage of a Chlorhexidine based desinfectant ?

  In contrary with other types of active desinfectants, Hygienic Wash will not dry the skin and can therefore be recommended for daily use.

• Why does Cavalor Ice Clay work so well for swollen legs ?

  The natural clay in Ice Clay may help reduce swelling of the legs. It also contains an exclusive herbal component to support this effect.

• Can I bandage the horse's leg when it is already packed with Ice Clay ?

  Before bandaging over Cavalor Ice Clay, a layer of plastic or paper should be applied

• Is it safe to apply Cavalor Ice Clay if the horse's legs have little scratches or small wounds ?

  Yes, Cavalor Ice Clay can be applied safely under these conditions

• Can I combine Cavalor Ice Clay with Cavalor Muscooler ?

  As both products are intended for cooling and relaxing the horse's legs it is not useful to apply them together. We recommend you to use the product that fits best in your situation.

• Can I apply Cavalor Lurax on an open wound ?

  Research has shown that Cavalor Lurax may help to reduce pain from a small wound and may stimulate wound healing and the formation of less scar tissue.

• Can I apply Cavalor Lurax for a sun burned nose ?

  A layer of Lurax applied to sensitive skin may prevent sunburn.

• Does Cavalor Lurax help healing scratches ?

  Lurax helps to heal scratches.

• Why is Cavalor MudDoc so effective against Mud fever or Greasy heel?

  Cavalor MudDoc is effective against Greasy Heel because it contains Natural Anti Biotic (NAB), a newly developed concept that works against the specific bacteria that cause Mudfever.

• Can I use Cavalor MudDoc on wounds ?

  Clipping the affected area may cause extra damage to skin in. We do not recommend to apply Cavalor Muddoc on damaged skin. The interaction of MudDoc with the damaged skin may result in swollen legs. MudDoc is designed to kill the bacteria which cause Greasy Heel.

• Should I remove the scabs before using Cavalor MudDoc ?

  "Do not remove the scabs deliberately to avoid wounds and irritation. Remove scabs carefully when underlying closed wounds. CAUTION: It is recommended to apply Cavalor MudDoc at the earliest 24h after clipping to avoid hypersensitivity."

• Is Cavalor Muscooler only used to cool down the muscles ?

  No, besides cooling down the muscles, Cavalor Muscooler may also help cooling down tendons and ligaments. It can be perfectly used on the horse's legs or back.

• Will Cavalor Muscooler tighten a tendon ?

  Yes, it helps to cool down the tendon, by cooling down it can reduce the inflammation level.

• Can I use Cavalor Muscooler to massage my horse ?

  Cavalor Muscooler can perfectly be used for massaging properties like the back of the horse.

• How do I get the best results for a shiny and voluminous tail ?

  First, wash the tail with Cavalor Equiwash. Secondly, spray Cavalor Star Shine on the horse's tail.

• Can I use Cavalor Star Shine all over the horse's body?

  You can apply Star Shine not only on mane and tail, but also to create a shiny haircoat. For riding horses, we do not recommend spraying Star Shine on the part of the haircoat where the saddle will be.

• Do I need to apply Cavalor Star Shine daily?

  No. Star Shine is a very high quality product and the effect will last for a couple of days. (About an average of 5 days)

• Does Cavalor Star Shine contain silicones ?

  Cavalor Star Shine contains a silicon based organic polymer. The fact that this is organic implies that it is not aggressive like other (synthetic) silicons. This polymer is not toxic at all and it puts a film on the manes and tail to keep them distangled. Please keep in mind that a mane product without any form of silicone is likely not to work properly.

• What causes summer eczema?

  Summer eczema is the result of an allergic reaction to the saliva of a mosquito. This mosquito is primarily active around sunrise and sunset during the warmer months. Cavalor Sw-Itch keeps this evildoer at a distance, and you can keep the itch under control.

• At what frequency should I apply Cavalor Sw-Itch?

  This depends a lot on your horse's itching level and the environment. Therefore, dosing levels may vary between horses. We recommend to start using it twice a day (morning/evening). Diminish the frequency to a level that suits your horse. In case when an itch free skin is obtained SW-ITCH may be used once a week as a tool in the prevention of sweet itch.

• Is there a specific reason why is there are no added vitamins Cavalor Rockies

  Salt, or sodium chloride is the main substance of Cavalor Rockies. The horse can regulate only one mineral level in the body. This mineral is salt. The horse will only lick Cavalor Rocky when the salt level in the body is too low. There is simply no reason for adding vitamins to the salt block, as the horse will only lick the Rocky when needed. The daily need of vitamins should be provided through the feed or through Cavalor Support or Cavalor Nutri Plus, depending on the situation.

• What is the amount of silicon in Cavalor Star Shine?

  We only have a silicon based organic polymer in Star Shine. This organic polymer is not aggressive like other silicons. This polymer is also non-toxic and it creates a film on the manes and tail to keep them distangled. Please consider that a mane/tail product without any form of silicone is less likely to be effective. Cavalor Star Shine also contains ingredients which keep the hair in good condition.