HoofWand™ by Ranchers Preferred

Makes cleaning the outside wall of your horse's hooves safe, easy and efficient!

Tired of bending over with a pick every day just to clean your horse's hooves?

Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com · Updated May 2026

Two Horse Lovers “With a Muddy Little Dream”… Lori and Brian—are horse lovers, and inventors at heart, -proud residents of Albertville, Minnesota. They also happen to be the owners of "Ranchers Preferred" and the inventors of a brand-new hoof-cleaning tool we call theHoofWand™. Their journey started, like many great inventions, in a moment of pure frustration. February 2024 was one for the books here in Minnesota. Instead of snowdrifts and frozen nostrils, they gotwarm, wet, spring-like days that turned the paddocks into hoof-trapping mud pits.And while their two beautiful horses—Yanko (a magnificent Gypsy Vanner) and OB (a dignified Fell pony) along with their 14 pasture mates —enjoyed the weather, their hooves did not!

Lori and Brian were dealing with one abscess after another. The wet-dry cycles created cracks in the hoof wall, the mud packed in and stayed there, and bacteria did what bacteria do best—fester.We needed a tool that could handle soggy, waterlogged hoovesin February or any other muddy day.And let us tell you: there aren’t many tools that check that box, especially when your hands are freezing and your horses are looking at you like"you're not using that thing again, are you?" That’s when we said, “What if we made something better?” And that’s how theHoofWand™was born.

How Did "Ranchers Preferred Get Their Name" Lori and Brian spent days and weeks tossing around ideas and eventually decided to create Ranchers Preferred LLC, so that we could share our other products and ideas with the equine community. We’re not a big company. We’re just two people who love our horses, love solving problems, and got really tired of scraping mud with tools that weren’t designed for what we needed. The HoofWand™ is the result of barn trial and error, 3D model prototypes, and lots of muddy boots. But it works and there’s nothing else like it out there! In addition we have an array of amazing coat and feather care (for horses, like Gypsys, with feathers) products that work absolutely amazingly well!

So, WhatISHoofWand…. by Ranchers Preferred? HoofWand™is the tool that does the job no other tool in the horse world wanted (lol) or can do well! It removes mud, manure, bacteria and gunk from the outside AND inside of your horse’s hooves! No, it’s not a spatula. We know itlookslike one. Trust us, we’ve heard it! But every single edge, curve, and texture of the HoofWand was designed with function in mind—not pancakes.

We built it to solve real, muddy, hoof-wrecking problems:

A90-degree edgeto pry out embedded rocks (especially the ones that show up right when you're in a rush)
Arounded edgeto clean the white line without annoying your horse
Aflexible sidethat’s gentle for sensitive hooves like OB’s
Arigid sidefor dried-on mud that might as well be concrete
And our favorite: adiamond-textured surfaceperfect for scrubbing the coronary band and removing stubborn muck

Can Using A Hoof Pick To Remove Mud, Harm My Horse? The Periople is the thin, outer layer of the hoof wall, like your cuticle. The Periople helps retain moisture and protect the hoof wall from drying and cracking. When you use a metal hoof pick to remove mud and debris from the hoof wall, you can inadvertently damage the periople causing rough patches, dryness and flaking. Using a metal pick on the periople can even cause pain as this is a sensitive area of the hoof. Using aHoofWandwill safely remove that crusty bacteria ridden mud from the periople, coronary band, and hoof wall without causing pain or damage.

How Often Can I Use The HoofWand™? Great question! TheHoofWand™can, and should be, use daily! There is no limit to how often you can use the HoofWand. Daily use will help remove that bacteria filled mud from the hoof and coronary band preventing dryness, cracking, and abscesses. Why Is It Important To Remove Mud from My Horse’s Hoof ? Removing mud from your horse’s hooves isessential for maintaining overall hoof health.Packed mud traps moisture, bacteria, and debris that can lead to thrush, white line disease, and other infections, while constant dampness can soften the sole and weaken the hoof wall. Regular cleaning not only helps protect the periople and coronary band but also allows you to spot cracks, stones, or early signs of abscesses before they become serious problems. Is It True That HoofWand™ Is The Perfect Gift? The HoofWand™ is the perfect gift for horse owners because it’s practical, thoughtful, and something they’ll truly use every day. Atonly $19.99it is affordable, yet will (and should) become a “daily” used part of their grooming regimine for their horse. Designed to make hoof cleaning easier and more effective, it helps maintain healthier hooves while saving time in the barn.Plus.. there’s nothing else like it! Is It True That Farrier Organizations Love The HoofWand™? They Do! Our mission statement is: Hands on Hooves. We want to empower horse owners to be more engaged, confident, and hands-on with their horses’ hoof health. We’re not alone in this, either.Farrier organizations across the country have rallied behind the HoofWand™, supporting both the tool and the Hands on Hooves mission.They know better than anyone that good hoof care starts with engaged, educated owners.

What If My Horse HasThrush? You will be thrilled to know that ourRanchers Preferred Thrush Powderdoes an really great job!This is a powerful, all-natural solution designed to treat and prevent hoof infections—without harsh chemicals or irritation. The easy-to-use, moisture-adhering powder reaches deep into hoof cracks and crevices, where it targets and eliminates the bacteria and fungi that cause thrush, white line disease, seedy toe, and sulcus thrush. * Prevents and Helps Eliminate Thrush * Promotes Healthy Tissue Growth * Neutralizes Bacteria and Fungus * Talc Free/ Non Toxix and Non Staining * 100% active ingredients * Only $19.99 for a full 8oz applicator bottle

Note:Formulated with full-spectrum, this gentle, non-caustic treatment is safe for daily use and won’t burn or irritate sensitive hooves or skin. The powder clings to moisture, staying in place longer to help draw out infection, dry the area, and promote healthy hoof regeneration.
What Do Farrier Organizations Think About Ranchers Preferred? Farrier organizations across the country have rallied behind theHoofWand™,supporting both the tool and our "Hands on Hooves" mission. They love our products and know better than anyone that good hoof care starts with engaged, educated owners. You see, "Hands on Hooves” is really our mission. We want to empower horse owners to be more engaged, confident, and hands-on with their horses’ hoof health. We’re not alone in this, either.
What DoesInfoHorseSay About These Products? "You know, I was one of those guilty people for using the outside or backside of my horse hoof pick to remove mud and caked on dirt from the outside wall of my horse's hooves. When I starting using the "HoofWand™"- WOW... what a difference! No more "scrape marks" on the outside of my horse's hoof wall! It is firm, yet soft on the wall of the hoof. I was also able to use it to scrape off dried mud (using it legnthwise) on my horse's coat-- really great tool for that too!" At $19.99 everyone who has a horse should have one. Great for gifts, stocking stuffers and a must have for your own horses!" Ann Pruitt- Director of InfoHorse
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TheHoofWand™and Thrush Powder by Ranchers Preferred are designed with effectiveness, safety and top quality in mind. At only$19.99 each— they are so affordable! Every horse owner (and their horses) can truly benefit from the advantages of healthy hooves, that these products will provide!Order Today!

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What is the HoofWand™ and what does it do?

The HoofWand™ by Ranchers Preferred is a hoof-cleaning tool built to remove mud, manure, bacteria, and gunk from both the outside and inside of your horse's hooves. It was invented by Lori and Brian, two horse owners in Albertville, Minnesota, after a muddy February 2024 left them fighting one hoof abscess after another. Every edge and texture was designed for function, not decoration.

How is the HoofWand™ different from a regular hoof pick?

Unlike a standard hoof pick, the HoofWand™ has multiple working surfaces for different jobs. It includes a 90-degree edge to pry out embedded rocks, a rounded edge to clean the white line without annoying your horse, a flexible side for sensitive hooves, a rigid side for concrete-hard dried mud, and a diamond-textured surface for scrubbing the coronary band and stubborn muck.

Can using a metal hoof pick on the hoof wall actually harm my horse?

It can. The periople is the thin outer layer of the hoof wall, similar to your cuticle, and it helps the hoof retain moisture and resist drying and cracking. Scraping it with a metal hoof pick can cause rough patches, dryness, flaking, and even pain in this sensitive area. The HoofWand™ is designed to remove crusty, bacteria-laden mud from the periople, coronary band, and hoof wall without that damage.

Why is it so important to clean mud off my horse's hooves?

Packed mud traps moisture, bacteria, and debris that can lead to thrush, white line disease, and other infections, while constant dampness can soften the sole and weaken the hoof wall. Regular cleaning protects the periople and coronary band and lets you catch cracks, stones, or early signs of abscesses before they turn into serious problems. The HoofWand™ makes that daily cleaning safe, easy, and efficient.

How often can I use the HoofWand™?

There is no limit, and daily use is encouraged. Cleaning the hoof and coronary band every day helps remove bacteria-filled mud and works to prevent dryness, cracking, and abscesses. It is meant to become a regular part of your horse's grooming routine.

My horse already has thrush. Does Ranchers Preferred offer anything for that?

Yes. Ranchers Preferred Thrush Powder is an all-natural treatment formulated without harsh chemicals or irritation. The moisture-adhering powder reaches deep into hoof cracks and crevices to target the bacteria and fungi behind thrush, white line disease, seedy toe, and sulcus thrush. It is talc-free, non-toxic, non-staining, and gentle enough for daily use on sensitive hooves and skin.

Do farriers and hoof-care professionals support the HoofWand™?

They do. Farrier organizations across the country have rallied behind the HoofWand™ and the company's 'Hands on Hooves' mission, which is about empowering horse owners to be more engaged, confident, and hands-on with their horses' hoof health. Professionals know that good hoof care starts with educated, involved owners.

How can I order the HoofWand™ or learn more?

You can find the HoofWand™ and Ranchers Preferred Thrush Powder online at https://www.rancherspreferred.com, or reach the team by email at info@RanchersPreferred.com. Both products are priced at only $19.99 each, making them an affordable everyday tool for healthier hooves and a popular gift for horse owners.