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BANDAGES

Bandages come in the form of either exercise or stable bandages. Exercise bandages are typically used by dressage riders or when the horse is being lunged. Stable bandages are worn overnight and offer the horse additional support and protection. The bandages themselves offer minimal support to the leg, and are usually worn in conjunction with…

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BOXING BOOTS

Boxing boots are worn when travelling, and come in either the short or long version. Short boxing boots are fitted 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…

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SAUSAGE BOOT

The sausage boot is a ring of rubber, secured by a buckle, fitted around the fetlock. These boots are worn to protect the pastern or coronet from injury, such as when a jumper strikes himself as he takes off at a jump.

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HOCK BOOTS

Hock boots are typically worn during travel or when stabled. Some horses manage to dig out their bedding and end up lying down on the concrete base, resulting in sores on the hocks. Other horses might have a tendency to knock their hocks against the sides of a box, and in these cases, hock boots…

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HOOF BOOTS

Hoof boots are usually worn by horses who are barefoot or have sensitive feet, or by horses who have to endure hard and irregular ground, such as endurance horses. The hoof boot provides protection to the entire hoof and especially supports and cushions the frog and sole. Hoof boots come in a variety of sizes, and…

BylizzieNovember 8, 20190Comments

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MAGNETIC THERAPY BOOTS

Magnetic therapy has gained in popularity over the years, as more and more riders are seeing the benefits of letting their horses wear these boots. Magnetic therapy boots stimulate the cells and tissues, increase blood flow to the leg, reduce inflammation and prevent the deterioration of tissues. These therapy boots usually come in the form of…

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EVENTING BOOTS

Eventing boots are specifically designed for the cross-country phase of eventing. They are designed around the model of the brushing boot, but usually feature better tendon protection as well. Modern eventing boots are lighter than ever, so that they don’t hinder the horse’s speed in any way. They are also waterproof, so that the boots…

BylizzieNovember 6, 20190Comments

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TENDON BOOTS

Tendon boots are front boots that are fitted around the cannon bone. The protective layer runs all the way around the leg, except in the front, where it is open. As the name suggests, tendon boots offer protection to the tendons, which run down the back of the leg, and prevent injury that could be…

BylizzieNovember 5, 20190Comments

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OVERREACH BOOTS

Overreach boots, also known as bell boots, are worn over the pastern and the hoof, and help to protect the horse’s front heels when struck by the hind legs. Overreach boots also help to prevent a horse from taking off his front shoes with his hind legs. These are usually made from synthetic material or…

BylizzieNovember 4, 20190Comments

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BRUSHING BOOTS

Brushing boots secure around the horse's cannon bone and usually have a protective padded layer on the inside. The reason for this is to protect the inside of the leg when struck, or brushed into, by the opposite leg. Brushing boots are a great option for everyday flatwork or hacking, as they provide good all-round protection…

BylizzieNovember 3, 20190Comments

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