The Thoroughbred Times published a news release that has created quite a buzz in the racing industry.  They reported about a new dual-action hoof coating that not only treats against fungus and bacteria, but also repels external moisture and contaminates as well.  They said that almost nothing sticks to the sole and frog including mud, snow and urine soaked manure.  The protective coating hardens when buffed with a dry cloth or rolled up newspaper.

 No claims have ever been made of faster track times using the new product called Sav-A-Hoof Protectant. However, some trainers have observed that some track surfaces that contain synthetic material appear to be stickier than normal tracks...

                         " Sav-A-Hoof Protectant "