Q: Does my horse need short of long boxing boots?
A: Boxing boots are worn when travelling and come in either a short or long version. Short boxing boots fit only around the cannon bones, and offer no protection to the elbows, hocks, pasterns or heels. Front and back long boxing boots cover the leg from the bottom of the heel to just above the elbow and hock respectively. Short boxing boots are also not usually as thickly padded as their longer counterparts, and are thus not as protective either.
It is advised that you only use short boxing boots if your horse is experienced in a horsebox, travels easily and is also only boxing for short distances at a time. Long boxing boots do cost more but are far more protective!