Posts by Carole

Update: Hoof boots save foundered mare

Some of you may remember the story we posted about this horse recently. If not you can view it by clicking here. We recently received an update on the mare and wanted to share it with you. I have an update for you on Lilla Gumman. On January 10 I spoke with Margaretta.  She was so…

The Man from Snowy River

When CEO, Greg Giles first joined the Cavallo team, he had never been on a horse before. Now he and Carole ride everywhere they get a chance.  He has become like the Man from Snowy River through a very unlikely background. Greg’s history is truly corporate. He was the 28 Year Founding Managing Director of…

Hoof Boots save Foundered Mare

We wanted to share a wonderful story that was sent to us by Marianne Allen, a barefoot practitioner in the Southern Florida area. Nothing has been changed or edited. This is a great example of how a lot of love, a good barefoot trim, and Cavallo hoof boots can save a special horse. Please share…

Cavallo Welcomes Valley Vet Supply to the Palace Arms

Every year Carole and Greg look forward to the pleasure of hosting our fabulous customers Valley Vet Supply in our own private dining room at The Brown Palace in Denver. The Independence Room is wallpapered with prints from wood blocks created in Alsace-Lorraine in 1834 and is so beautiful it was also chosen to hang…

Horses Wearing Hoof Boots & Saddle Pads

A special Toast and Thank you to all Cavallo people and your comfortable horses wearing Cavallo hoof boots and saddle pads! Cavallo really had a smokin’ year – in fact,  the best year ever! And to us that means more than just being a great fabulous company. It means that there are more comfortable horses…

Hoof Boots for Mules?

One of our favorite stories about Cavallo hoof boots and who could resist those ears?  Love them! After trying to keep shoes on my mule June I was just about ready to give up on being able to trail ride her on the ‘REALLY GOOD TRAILS’. After hours of searching and researching I decided with…

Happy Holidays!

Staff Picks

We love hearing about how Cavallo products have helped you and your horse.  This is a great one about our saddle pads. I have tried so many saddle pads over the years to go with my custom saddle for my horse, Quik. I have tried doubling saddle pads, wither inserts, and even folded towels in…

Care of bare hoofs in winter

Terrain changes can create treacherous conditions. Once soft smooth footing can turn to uneven rigid protuberances. Watch for change in your horse’s environment and use caution when required. Let’s face it most of us ride less during cold weather, but standing in a stall can create energy abundance in your horse. Rather than have him…