HOW TO HANDLE CANNON CRUD // Versatile Horsemanship

In this video you'll see how I handle cannon crud.
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[@TheLadyLawless]

Thank you for this video! For years I have not been able to clear this, but this entire time I have been treating it like an infection. Hopefully this works for my sorrel horse.

[@lindafrench5412]

I'm so glad that Manzer and Nash have become friends. I've followed Manzer since birth. I have never heard of canon crud. This info was very interesting. Thank you 😎

[@walshy886]

My quarter horse gets this regularly. I also use the soft curry on him first, but actually found a product that clears it up quickly. It's called Equiderma Skin Lotion and the crud clears up after about 3 daily applications. It comes back every spring but I can stay on top of it.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Nice! Thanks for the info

[@walshy886]

@@VersatileHorsemanship It won'y be completely clear after 3 days, but you will definitely see a clear improvement. My boy is clear for the season now.

[@tracyrain4941]

The things horses get are unending! I don't know how you can possibly retain all that info! Very impressive 😊😊😊

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Lots of repetition, trial and error, and learning from experience (good and bad) 😂

[@tracyrain4941]

@@VersatileHorsemanship ... i bet. I think you're awesome for all that you share. 😊😊😊

[@AnimaltestedLoveapproved]

Great information ,thanks Brandi😊💕❤

[@ericaaustin9120]

I absolutely love your knowledge and care of horses. Love ya kid.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thanks Erica 😘

[@ronweide5709]

Great video Brandi! You are such an educator on owning horses! Well done!!!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thank you sue!

[@susanflowers7969]

You’re such a good Mama! I Love how you Love your animals.

[@cmarie5774]

Interesting, I had never heard of this before. It almost sounds like cradle cap on a human baby. Thanks for sharing this, I'm learning new things from you all the time!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I was thinking cradle cap as well!

[@martineinfrance]

Thank you Brandi for the informative demo.👍 I sometimes saw horses' legs like these but thought it was durt, not knowing what it was. You are right about safety..

[@martinelson5598]

Coat Defense is AWESOME for this

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I love coat defense.

[@angelmiller7731]

Woow didn't know anything about it thanks for sharing i learned something new thk u how s Manzer doing

[@brittb1501]

Thank you. My horse has had this for awhile and nothing I did seemed to help. I'll give this method a go.

[@debbielilly2390]

Very good information. Great job filming Tara. Tongue twister for the day. "Calm Coat for Canon Crud"

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Haha! Yeah that’s a doozie!

[@e.bidigare1160]

Thank you Tara good video. I didn't know about this condition.

[@sambur6480]

This is so informative thank you. I’ve been treating my horse for fungus, I’ve been super freaked out. Thank you

[@debbiegazdecki8736]

Never heard of that. Learn something new everyday.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Mission accomplished 😁

[@amayafuller8895]

I've seen this on horses before, but I've never really known what it was or how to deal with it. Thank you!

[@heelingacres2346]

Love this vidoe ,

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thanks!

[@suzystone244]

Hi Brandi. Cannon Crud The Offensive: By Crusty Critter Geez....too much time on my hands this morning 🤣🤣🤗❤

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

😂🤣

[@pippakay7234]

This is why sharing your knowledge is so appreciated, thoughtful, inspiring and darn it woman just down right awesome of you. How's your mums new addition getting on? Miss seeing the kiddos.👍🎈🎈🎈

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Pippa Kay thank you! He is doing wonderful. I’m anxious to share his next update. I just don’t have enough footage yet.

[@pippakay7234]

@@VersatileHorsemanship Thanks Brandi for mentioning that, I can't wait to see how hes coming along.🎈🎈💜🎈🎈

[@amariec1312]

PF Wonder works great and easy to apply and stays on like a bandaid.

[@joanngombos9878]

I used a bar of Dial soap and a soft scrub brush. Did a great job of eliminating the crud.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Awesome

[@travelinglilly4380]

My paint gelding gets this seems like every other year and some years worse than others. I use mane and tail shampoo on it scrubbing gently, rinse and then apply MTG with a bit of Tea Tree added to the oil mixture, apply while damp wiping away any excess. This has worked well for me for cannon crud, rain rot and scratches. I find it doesn’t come back as quickly and keeps him itch free for longer. A few days of treatment and it clears up. Afterwards, I do this every other week as a preventative if I think the weather is going to be really muggy as heat and humidity make it worse. My vet checks it from time to time during our shots visit to make sure there is no skin cancer developing.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Sounds like a great routine!

[@missys]

This is one of those things that if you hadn't done a video on it I would have never known what it was. I find these videos useful. I like that you include your vet's recommended treatment. It's one of those things you can likely manage on your own without a vet's intervention at first. Unless it gets bad or there is skin breakdown. Good stuff. dawn can fix a lot of things! Lol😄

[@emilym3139]

Yes same missy !!! Great information ! I’m learning so much from watching Brandi channel 😀

[@missys]

@@emilym3139 hey Emily 👋😊. How are you doing?

[@emilym3139]

Missy S hi missy !! I’m great I have a lesson at 8am tomorrow excited for that but not excited for the heat and humidity lol it’s gonna be a hot one tomorrow. How you been doing? Get any riding in lately ?

[@marysimmons4705]

It’s not something I’ve come across/heard about so it’s very interesting to find out about.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Glad you found it interesting!

[@annalisab7253]

Dogs can get something similar often called "hairy feet" or paw pad hyperkeratosis. The dogs I've known also often tend to get it up on their carpal pad, the one by their dew claw. There can be other underlying causes, and those would need to be treated, but sometimes a dog just gets it. Often Omega fatty acids 3, 6, 9 in the diet can help, as well as removing the excess growth, and using a paw balm. I know horses are a different species, so treatment is different, but this video was fascinating. Thanks, Brandie!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Interesting, thanks for the info!

[@Moonriver_farm]

Great content. Speaking of great I like your pants! What brand are they. Look comfy and sturdy around the barn.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thank you. They are the Halle pant made by Prana. I love them!

[@carolannclark2209]

You shared a picture of the sire of your mom's "gift foal" and I am hoping you would share it again as I can't find it. My husband would love to see it.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

If you go to my channel and click on the "community" tab, you'll see it there. Let me know if you can't find it 😊

[@maryclairekalamafoni9524]

Haven't seen you in a while Brandi. Place looks really different in July! I haven't been around at all because I was sicker than usual and in a lot of pain. My dad died in early May which was expected. Then my twenty year old died in her sleep in middle May. Completely unexpected. So since I didn't have anything to give I haven't been around. I'm hoping to feel more involved again soon. Love you.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Oh my gosh I am so sorry to hear that! 2020 certainly has been a rough year.

[@wiskerbiscuit1578]

My 36 year old died 1year and a half ago. I still am emotional.you have my deepest sympathy.

[@victaylor7777]

❤❤❤🙏❤❤

[@markrumfola9833]

Yay Brandy is here

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Hi Mark 👋

[@unicornhart3723]

Hi Brandi 💖

[@danamelby4090]

Hi brandi thank you for the info I heard of scratches before is this the same and different name or totally different??? Thanks for sharing

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Very different. This is simply an overproduction of keratin, scratches is an infection that can be very painful.

[@valsugg72]

That was interesting, funny name.

[@emilym3139]

Lol I was thinking the same thing

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I agree 😂

[@kimberlyholli1069]

Brandi, Thanks for the video! I'm going thru this with JC right now...

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

You’re welcome! It’s more annoying than anything. I’ll get my horse all cleaned up and looking good and it’s there again the next time. At least on dark legs it’s not as visible. It makes white legs look dirty.

[@shyfillie3368]

I learn so much from u. Is it breed specific?

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Thank you, I’m glad to hear that. Cannon crud can affect any breed, gender, color, etc.

[@angelahames5056]

So this seems different from "Scratches" or is the same thing? (mud Fever, Dew Poinsionisng, Greasy Heel...OMG there are so many names) I Like Coat Defense, so many uses for it! I also have that same silicone curry/scrubbie and it is my favorite go -to for many things, especially bathing! My gelding's two back white socks often get scratches at least once a year. I have learned to keep his pasterns/heels clipped short, but when its super muddy it is inevitable.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Very different from scratches and it’s pretty common. I’ve only owned two horses who have it, but have seen it on a lot of other horses. It never truly goes away from my experience, but it’s easy to manage. Scratches on the other hand is absolutely horrible

[@MrHorsepro]

Scratches, or equine pastern dermatitis (EPD), is not a disease but, rather, a cutaneous reaction pattern. Scratches can affect any breed but are prevalent in draft horses due to long pastern hair (feathers). It most commonly affects the rear aspect of the hind pasterns and especially non-pigmented skin. Without treatment, the lesions can spread to the front of the pastern and fetlock. Clinical signs vary, but initially, owners might notice edema (fluid swelling), redness, and scaling, rapidly progressing to oozing, hair matting, and crusting. If the cause is vasculitis (blood vessel wall inflammation), ulcers might form on the skin. The secondary bacterial infection is a common complication and can perpetuate the signs. In chronic cases, skin can thicken and fissure due to constant movement and flexion in this area. The lesions are often painful. Treatments After your veterinarian identifies the causative factors, it is time to pursue appropriate therapy. Here are some environmental changes you can make: 1. Avoid turning affected horses out in pastures with mud, water, or sand, which can worsen the condition. 2. Keep horses in clean, dry stalls during wet weather. 3. Do not turn horses out until the morning dew has dried. 4. If you suspect contact allergic dermatitis, try an alternate source of bedding that isn't treated or aromatic. 5. Clip heavy feathers over the pasterns to reduce moisture retention. 6. If you suspect PLV, avoid UV light exposure by stabling the horse during the day and/or wrapping the affected legs. 7. Clean affected skin immediately after exercise using an antiseptic shampoo.

[@tracyrain4941]

@@MrHorsepro ...thanks, you saved me from googling that! 😊😊😊

[@laurelneth5725]

you might find that rubbing baby oil into the crud could help soften it so it will be easier to brush out. you might even try a very fine comb to comb through the hair to remove the crud while the baby oil is being worked in.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I can certainly see how that would be helpful if it were really crusted in there. Luckily for annabelle, she has a relatively mild case.

[@AnimaltestedLoveapproved]

Yes agree Laurel. or coconut oil😉 hugs.

[@ozbird03]

My mare gets the same behind her knees!!

[@meghannamaste6425]

The "do as I say not as I do" moment cracked me up because whenever I bring my non-horsey dad or boyfriend around my horses I always have at least one of those moments where I have to tell them never to do what I just did if they are around horses. LOL! My horses are the best though.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Haha, it’s so true though!

[@billtozier9081]

Mrs. B here. Ok ,so that's what it was. During YANKEE'S last year she developed CC. Bill was hospitalized with a stroke and I just couldnt get to it. It was unsightly but didnt seem to bother her. It didnt smell, but it looked greasy, that was the year of being overwhelmed.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Hi Mrs. B! It really seems like things all sort of happen at once. Luckily cannon crud is pretty manageable and really doesn’t seem to cause any harm.

[@caroldavis47]

Is it only on white legs? Or can it be any colored horse?

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I’ve seen it on several different colors.

[@barbaraselley5288]

So how do u do it without getting close to the hind legs? A robot?🤔 BTW Dawn is the “go to” product for cleaning up birds caught in oil-spills.

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Haha, my thoughts exactly. But someone is going to comment on how I’m a bad example for being so close to a horses hind legs. I figured I better put that disclaimer in there 😂

[@TuberoseKisser]

@@VersatileHorsemanship lol do people think that all horse spook? A well trained horse will allow you near it's hindquarters.

[@suzystone244]

Dawn is my EVERYTHING. 💙

[@annekereijman4742]

Annabel is so sweet 💗 how is Manzer? 🇳🇱

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Annabelle is a gem. Manzer is doing good. I really should do an update on him soon 🤔

[@-charlee-7091]

hi brandi!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Hi Charlee! How’s the yearling and kitten?

[@-charlee-7091]

@@VersatileHorsemanship amazing!!! how is your moms baby doing???

[@unicornhart3723]

I’ve never heard about that.

[@MrHorsepro]

You need a fuzzy muffler for your mic, either that or make the wind stop blowing 😁

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

Do they make them for iPhones? I wasn’t wearing my external mic in this one.

[@emilym3139]

🤣

[@barbaraselley5288]

I didn’t note problem with the sound.

[@jessicagray3648]

I highly recommend Coat Defense! I use it for everything! It cured a HORRIBLE case of rain rot within days, it's amazing for scratches on their legs, and basically any type of skin irritation it works wonders for!

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

I really do need to get some. Thanks for letting me know!

[@jessicagray3648]

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[@shouloakleyaha7576]

I call them grease balls😂😂I use pig oil on them,just douse the lags with it leave it over night and brush off.

[@victaylor7777]

hi Shoul, long time no "see". keep missing the dang livestreams. the 🐴❤

[@shouloakleyaha7576]

vic taylor I don’t think Brandi has done any recently,how you doing?

[@victaylor7777]

so please show how you could do this without being under the horse...

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

That’s a great question and I probably should have discussed that. Maybe I’ll do a video on how to handle the horses hind legs. I will crawl around on the ground by my horses hind legs if needed, but there’s no way I’d let my kids do that. They are simply too young to read the horses and not aware enough to get out of the way of needed. If a kid or beginner had to do this (or myself with a horse I do not trust), I would recommend standing next to the horse and face forward, bend over at the waist to scrub the leg. Never kneel. When I’m working with a horse I don’t trust, the last place I want my head is in kick zone. When I bend over away from the leg, I’m more likely to get kicked in the rear end or leg and that’s much better than taking a blow to the head. Many people are taught to never go by the horses hind end, never kneel around a horse, never do this, never do that. Personally I think that’s totally unrealistic and we need to make adjustments to fit the situation. I teach my students HOW to be around a horses hind end and give examples of situations to help them make safe decisions.

[@victaylor7777]

@@VersatileHorsemanship thank you

[@victaylor7777]

@@VersatileHorsemanship thank you for taking the time to explain it even knowing I am in a wheelchair and have no horse. I sincerely wanted to know how the heck one would do it, but wasn't sure I should be the one to ask. You have a wonderful way of making people feel welcome and appreciated. I support you because u r a source of light and goodness in a sometimes dark world.

[@francesbruno8445]

Dawn is something I keep with the animal meds

[@VersatileHorsemanship]

It’s pretty awesome stuff