LEG AND HOOF CARE

An overview Text: By Shari Michaelis We've all heard the saying "no hoof, no horse," and I would go as far as to say, "no legs, no horse". Whether you do showjumping, dressage, eventing, endurance, or anything in between, your horse's future depends mainly on how his legs and hooves stand up to whatever task…

BylizzieOctober 24, 20250Comments

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TO BOOT OR NOT?

The use of boots is becoming an increasingly controversial choice in our sport. Many of us will have heard about the latest research but have chosen to 'stick with what we know' or follow the fashions in our barn. In this article, we're going to take a look at the pros and cons of using boots…

BylizzieMarch 8, 20250Comments

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KEEPING BOOTS CLEAN

It’s very important that leg wear is always wiped down or cleaned after use, so that it does not cause any chafing or infection to an undiscovered open wound. Boots should have a proper clean at least once a week if the horse has been worked throughout the week, and must also be cleaned properly…

BylizzieNovember 13, 20190Comments

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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…

BylizzieNovember 12, 20190Comments

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BOOTS INTRO

As most of us know, horse boots are worn to protect and support the front and back legs during training, competition, turnout, stabling, therapy or travel. The work you choose to do or your horse's circumstantial needs will determine the type of boots he should wear. We are spoilt for choice when it comes to boots,…

BylizzieNovember 2, 20190Comments

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BOOTS AND BANDAGES

Traditionally we have been led to believe that thick padded boots and bandages are the optimal way to protect our horse's legs during work. However, in recent years, the research has actually suggested that the most dangerous factor for the horse's legs is in fact heat. The research Tendons generate a huge amount of heat.…

BylizzieJune 19, 20190Comments

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Bandaging basics

There are a variety of reasons for bandaging, ranging from injuries that require support or protection to exercise bandages and stable bandages. Any supportive/medical bandaging should be done by a qualified person or under the supervision of your veterinarian, as bandaging too tight, too loose or unevenly can cause problems such as pressure points on tendons,…

BylizzieNovember 11, 20150Comments

LEG AND HOOF CARE

TO BOOT OR NOT?

KEEPING BOOTS CLEAN

BANDAGES

BOOTS INTRO

BOOTS AND BANDAGES

Bandaging basics

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