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No One Expects a Hoof Puncture Wound We can’t always control every part of the surfaces we ride on. Sometimes small, sharp objects are on or in the ground, and there is no way to know they’re there. Your horse may never come up against a hoof puncture wound – but don’t wait until it…
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Because Snow and Freezing Mud is a Challenge Not all hoof boots stay on during heavy snow and the inevitable mud that follows. I took on this seasonal problem and designed our horse hoof boots to mimic the natural shape of horses’ hooves. The famous conical shape helps prevent well-fitted boots from coming off. Cavallo…
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Wonderful Winter Riding When we feel like Winter is coming, we winterize our houses, winterize our vehicles and we buy boots and jackets to Winterize ourselves. What about Winterizing our horses? Winter is the perfect time to pull off metal shoes and keep your horse moving through the colder season. Allow your horse’s hooves to…
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Western Kentucky University Research Recommends Cavallo Trek Hoof Boots for Hoof Protection, Traction, and Reduced Pressure. Dr. Jennifer Gill and Gabriella Lynn of the Western Kentucky University Equine Science Department have just completed the first independent university study comparing hoof boots to traditional metal shoes. They chose their preferred boots, Cavallos, for this study. Results…
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Gravel. It Can Be a Problem for Any Horse. (Unless they have Cavallos!) Whether barefoot or shod, gravel can ruin your horse’s level of enjoyment and can even cause serious injury. While you can control the footing around your horse’s barn and known areas, there’s a common fear of arriving at a show, clinic, or…
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Did you know that Cavallo helps outfit top dressage horses as they travel to and around showgrounds at the highest performance levels? Professionals around the world are choosing to compete on their barefoot & booted dressage horses. Cavallo Boots help protect barefoot horses during travel/transport and as they warm up, train, and move over all…
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In #1 of my Laminitis Video Series, Knowledge is your Best Weapon Every horse owner will benefit from this Laminitis video series, and many already have. You see, this series is modeled after my recent talks as a presenter at Equine Affaire in Ohio. I was bowled over by how well-attended my Laminitis talks were at Equine…
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Hearing Great Things from Thin-Soled Horse Owners One question we’re often asked at Cavallo is if hoof boots can help thin-soled horses. Cavallo Hoof Boots work wonders to help protect soles and add padding to help horses feel better immediately – making a quick fix for thin soles! The boots also provide welcome support as…
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Cavallo Horse & Rider: Cost-saving Hoof Care Plan for Young Riders It’s refreshing to get questions coming in from young horse owners who are just starting out. And I love how these brave, young people are looking critically at traditional hoof care, and making their own decisions about what feels right for both them and…
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