EasyCare offers several gluing options for use with our glue-on EasyShoes and Easyboot Glue-On. If you are new to gluing, it can seem difficult to decide which glue to use. How are they different? When would one type of glue be the better choice over another?
Compare and contrast our gluing products to help decide which is best for you.
EasyShoe Quick Set Super Glue
EasyShoe Quick Set Super Glue is an easy-to-apply, cost effective option. One of the many benefits of Super Glue is the simplicity. No other tools required to apply. Simply apply Super Glue to the shoe and wrap the hoof with plastic wrap. In 10 minutes, remove the plastic wrap and your shoe is ready to go. Super Glue is effective for a full trim cycle (6-8+ weeks). Dries clear to give a virtually invisible look.
Super Glue is paired with the EasyShoe Versa Grip Octo, EasyShoe 3D, 11 Finger Tabs, Sticky Finger Tabs, or Stealth Tabs.
EasyShoe Bond Glue
EasyShoe Bond Glue is an acrylic adhesive that offers excellent flexibility. EasyShoe Bond sets up relatively slowly and works well in humid climates. It dries in a natural, light color. Keep in mind, you will need a 420 ml glue dispensing gun and mixing tips for this glue (sold separately). Copper Sulfate can be added to help deter thrush. Bond can also be mixed in a disposable cup.
Bond Glue is paired with the EasyShoe Versa Grip Glue, Performance, Performance N/G, Sport, and Compete. Can also be used with Easyboot Glue-On.
EasyShoe Adhesives & Hoof Repair
EasyShoe SoftPak
EasyShoe SoftPak is not a glue, but a packing material. EasyShoe SoftPak offers medium firmness and strong shock absorption qualities with a hardness of 40A. Its strong adhesion blocks the negative impact of bacteria to frog and sole throughout the trimming period.
Can be paired with any EasyShoes.
Vettec Adhere
Vettec Adhere is a fast-setting, urethane adhesive that matches with black or dark hooves. It is designed to bond shoes to the hoof and to fabricate large and small hoof repairs. It is slightly less flexible compared to EasyShoe Bond Glue. Vettec Adhere works well in dry climates. It takes 1 minute to set and 6 minutes to cure. Vettec 210 cc glue dispensing gun and mixing tips required (sold separately).
Vettec Superfast
Superfast is similar to Adhere, but is intended to build up the hoof wall or create custom shoes. It allows you to create a custom shoe in minutes, attach foal cuffs or custom-made cuffs, repair small cracks, and hold thin hoof walls together. Superfast is more rigid in comparison to Adhere. Vettec 210 cc glue dispensing gun and mixing tips required (sold separately).
Vettec Equipak/ Equipak Soft
Equipak Soft is a pour-in pad that can be used with any of our glue-on products. It can be used as a pad/packing material and is about 2 times softer than regular Equipak. Ideal for horses with deep commissures and thin soles. Dispense directly onto the frog and sole. It stays soft in all temperatures and has a strong bond to seal out moisture and debris. Equipak provides great shock absorption and support. Vettec 210 cc glue dispensing gun and mixing tips required (sold separately).
Similarly, see: Equipak
Vettec Equipak Copper Sulfate
Equipak Copper Sulfate provides the same benefits as Equipak Soft but infuses copper sulfate. This is a great option for thrush or wet environments. Vettec 210 cc glue dispensing gun and mixing tips required (sold separately).
Vettec Sole-Guard
Sole-Guard is designed for use without shoes and stays bonded to the feet for 2-3 weeks of light riding (more strenuous riding may shorten this time). It provides great protection and support, particularly for temporary protection for late-term broodmares, horses transitioning out of shoes, etc. This technique is not recommended for use on sore, lame or very thin-soled feet. You can apply directly to the sole and frog for a fast, convenient application. Vettec 210 cc glue dispensing gun and mixing tips required (sold separately).
Sikaflex
Sikaflex is not a glue, but is a sticky packing material. It takes 24 hours to set up, and it stays soft even after it finishes setting. We don’t recommend using it with any of our products other than the Easyboot Glue-On shell. Sikaflex fits in a regular caulking gun, and no tips are needed.
As you can see, we have many different adhesives and packing materials to suit many horses and situations. If you are unsure which glue/application method is best for your horse, please contact us and we’d be happy to help!
