Some hoof boots are designed to be used alongside traditional metal shoes. No matter how hard the barefoot hoof is, sometimes the sole may still need protection. If a trail is particularly rough or rocky then you may want to use hoof boots to protect the feet of your horse. Some even have the option to add studs for extra grip and security. The tread on some hoof boots is designed to provide extra safety when riding on slippery surfaces.
Riders who live in icy climates or who do lots of riding on asphalt enjoy using hoof boots to give them extra traction. A hoof boot will also give the horse's hooves time to strengthen and recover from wearing shoes. A hoof boot can be used when the shoe has been removed for the first time to help protect over-sensitive soles, heel and toes. Often when a horse is making the transition from traditional shoes to a barefoot hoof they'll have a very sensitive foot and sole at first. These days, many owners are choosing to leave their horses barefoot, without shoes.
Transitionary Phase from Shoes to Barefoot Below, we'll take a look at the different uses for hoof boots. This is why any horse owner can benefit from having a hoof boot around. What are Hoof Boots Used for?Ī hoof boot isn't just good for exercising your horse, it can serve many different purposes. Unlike a metal shoe, a hoof boot will allow the hoof to expand and contract during exercise.
A hoof boot provides shock absorption, traction and helps to distribute weight on the horse's foot. I have had trouble with the buckle breaking in very rocky terrain, but easyboot has a fabulous warranty and has replaced the buckles and cables when I have had problems.Just like traditional metal shoes, the main function of a hoof boot is to protect the horses' hooves, especially during exercise. They are a bit more forgiving than easyboot gloves, as you can adjust the tightness of the cable. My Paint horse's feet have improved significantly now that he can stay barefoot except when I ride him.Ĭomments: These are my "emergency spare tires" when I do endurance rides. I use them for conditioning and competing. I will sadly be returning them.įrom: Alexandra - Sanoma County, California, USAĬomments: These boots are easy for me to put on my horses (have arthritis in my hands) and hard to take off (a good thing because they don't come off when I'm riding my horses, even in very rough rocky country or sucky mud.) They are lasting a long time, too. The screws on the sides dig into his hoof, and the gaiters are at the wrong angle so they can't be velcroed snugly. Comments: I bought these boots to replace an older set of Easycare Epics and the new version does not fit my horse as well as my older boots.
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